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A Guide to Military Education Assistance Programs

Monday, December 7, 2009

Military service members have many options when it comes to getting the education they need to prepare for their post-military career or military promotion. Military education assistance programs can be used to support their educational endeavors by covering part, if not all, of their tuition costs.


Military education assistance programs are designed to serve the needs of men and women in the military who are pursuing higher education. They are designed to provide service members and their families with financial options for their education. These military-friendly assistance programs may cover 100% of their tuition costs as well as fees associated with getting an education.

Here are a few examples of available military education assistance programs:


Military Tuition Assistance – Congress has authorized the Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Air Force to pay up to 100 percent of tuition expenses for eligible members. Each service has different criteria for eligibility and the application process. The money awarded is normally paid directly to the school of choice.

There is also a MTA Top Up program that can help pay for more expensive education courses.

Montgomery GI Bill – The Montgomery GI Bill helps active service members get as much as $72,900 for education and/or up to 36 months of veteran education benefits. They can use these funds toward degree and certificate programs, as well as other kinds of training. Additionally, the Montgomery GI Bill offers benefits to Select Reserve Members.

Post 9/11 GI Bill – The Post 9/11 GI Bill provides financial support for education and housing to individuals with at least 90 days of service on or after September 11, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. They must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill.

There is a special provision in the Post-9/11 GI Bill that offers education benefits for the spouses and children of service members and veterans. Under the new law, the Department of Defense is authorized to allow individuals who have served at least six years in the Armed Forces and who agree to serve at least another four years to transfer unused GI Bill entitlement to their spouse. In addition, when a service member reaches their 10-year anniversary, they can choose to transfer the benefit to any dependents, including spouse or children.

Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program – Even family members of veterans may be eligible for military education assistance programs. Qualified candidates can receive up to 45 months of education benefits. These benefits may be used for degree and certificate programs, apprenticeship, and on-the-job training.

There are many options when it comes to military education assistance programs. Service members or their family members should conduct research if they want to determine which program best suits their needs. There are old and new programs available to help them pursue their education and career goals, with little or no out-of-pockets costs to them.


For the latest information concerning military education benefits and procedures, please visit your education counseling office.

This article is based on publicly-accessible information and has not been reviewed or approved by any military branch.

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Maximize Your Military Education Options

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

For those serving in the Armed Forces, one of the greatest perks of the job is education assistance, which is available through an array of programs. The funds can be used to enroll in online courses, which are a flexible option that fits the military lifestyle.

 Each branch has its own criteria for determining eligibility and the application process. Congress has authorized the Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Air Force to pay up to 100 percent of tuition expenses for those who qualify.  


You might want to check out these programs to see how you can maximize your benefits:

Montgomery GI Bill - This helps active service members obtain as much as $72,900 for education and/or up to 36 months of education benefits for veterans. The funds can be put toward degree and certificate programs as well as other types of training.

Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program - Military family members may be able to qualify for assistance. Those who are eligible can get up to 45 months of education benefits.

If you are interested in obtaining a degree online, it will benefit you to gather all the education information you can so that you can make an informed choice as to where you study and what program you want to take part in.

Here are some key questions to ask regarding any given program:

1) Will Military TA or the GI Bill cover costs for these courses?
2) Have they been accredited by a recognized accreditation agency?
3) Does the school give academic credit for Military schooling and experience?
4) Does the program offer enough flexibility for your needs?
5) Does the program match your career goals?
6) How long will the program take to complete?

Online Education and the Military = a Perfect Match: You may be stationed in a remote location where you aren't able to attend college classes. Or perhaps you're in a submarine deep in the ocean, or stationed on a ship at sea. With online education, you can regularly attend classes online; all you need is connectivity to the Internet.

In these types of circumstances, online education is ideal since it is flexible, convenient and virtual. You can schedule your education around your military duties and choose your own times to study. In as little as one or two years, you could have a degree.  

How to Find the Right Degree for your Military Background: Undoubtedly you have acquired some valuable skills, and you may be one of many who want to continue your studies through online education to enhance what you've learned. Here are some good choices for different sets of skills:

IT/Technology - If you are experienced with computers, you might consider working towards a degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or related fields. Depending on what you most enjoy, from working with databases to creating new software, look for a program that best suits your interests and skills.

Medical - Perhaps your military duty involves work in a medical capacity, in which case, you have quite a few options. For instance, you could choose to focus on alternative medicine, dental hygiene or nutrition, just to name a few.  

Law Enforcement - If your military role has involved “rounding up the troops,” you might enjoy pursuing a degree in criminal justice. You can improve your knowledge through courses in such fascinating subjects as forensics, psychology, ethics, and criminal prosecution.

Take advantage of these golden opportunities and reap the many benefits of studying, learning, and advancing your career options through online education!

To learn more about some of the education benefits available to you, please visit http://www.military.com/money-for-school/education-benefits-in-military.

*This article is based on publicly-accessible information and has not been reviewed or approved by any military branch.

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