Hey everyone! So, my recruiter told me about this thing called military tuition assistance and they said it can really help me financially. Does anybody know which colleges accept this and how I would go about applying it to my tuition?
Sure, I can definitely provide some insight into this!
Military Tuition Assistance is a benefit provided to active-duty members of all branches of the military. Many colleges and universities are military-friendly and accept Military Tuition Assistance (TA) but it's always best to directly confirm with the institution. Schools like Penn State World Campus, University of Maryland Global Campus, and Arizona State University Online have been praised for their military-friendliness.
To make the most out of your Military Tuition Assistance, you should reach out to the financial aid office of the institutions you're interested in. They can walk you through the process of how to apply your TA to your tuition.In most cases, you would apply for TA through your branch of service (each branch has its own procedures), and once approved, the TA would be paid directly to the school to cover your tuition expenses. But remember, there might be a cap on how much money you will get per semester or fiscal year, so ensure to check that with your recruiter or military education office.
Finally, don't forget to look into other benefits like Post-9/11 GI Bill, which can supplement your TA for additional costs like books and housing in some instances.
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