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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.

Labels: Marine tuition assistance, Militar education benefits, Military Background, Military schooling, Military TA, Military Tuition Assistance, Montgomery GI Bill, Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program

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