Education in the Military

Financial Aid in the Military


This handy chart lets you easily see what tuition assistance and college financial aid programs each branch of the military offers.   Read More...

SOC: Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges


Because servicemembers move frequently from base to base, there is a program called the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges that enables military members and their families to get college degrees through a group of over 1,800 colleges, universities and technical institutes.   Read More...

Military College Fund Programs


Now that you've read up on the Montgomery G.I. Bill, you may be surprised to discover that you can earn even more money for college with military college fund programs in conjunction with the bill.   Read More...

Community College of the Air Force


Did you know that you're eligible to receive credit for your Air Force training through the Community College of the Air Force if you're currently an active duty Air Force Guard or are an enlisted member with the Air Force Reserve? The CCAF is the only 2-year institution exclusively serving enlisted personnel. It's a worldwide, multi-campus institution-the largest community college in the world. Academic credit for CCAF is earned at technical schools, duty stations and college campuses.   Read More...

What is the Montgomery G.I. Bill?


In addition to affordable academic exams and servicemembers opportunity colleges, the military also offers a program that puts a small amount aside from your monthly paycheck during your first 12 months of service in order to help you pay for the cost of college down the road. It's called the Montgomery G.I. Bill.   Read More...

Free College in the Military: Boot Camp Credits, CLEP & More


Some students don't feel that jumping from high school to college is right for them, and a lot of students decide that joining the military is a great solution. In part with serving your country, being physically fit and being part of a team, you can also get funding to help pay for college.   Read More...


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