Does anyone have recommendations for online colleges that have strong support for military students? I'm considering serving after high school and want to plan for my education too. Thanks!
Definitely! It's great that you're thinking ahead about your education while considering military service. There are several online colleges well-known for their support towards military students.
1. Penn State World Campus: Penn State has a dedicated Office of Veterans Programs and services to support military students, including a Military Team for academic advising. They also offer military grants and have been recognized for their military-friendly education.
2. University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC): UMGC has a long history of serving military students around the world and they offer discounted tuition rates for military service members.
3. Arizona State University's ASU Online: ASU’s Pat Tillman Veterans Center provides strong support to military students, and they offer a range of online degree programs across various disciplines.
4. Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU): SNHU offers over 200 online degree programs, tuition discounts for U.S service members, and accepts American Council on Education (ACE) credits for military training.
5. Purdue University Global: Be it active-duty military, veterans, and military spouses, Purdue Global offers them special tuition rates and accepts military training as academic credit.
Remember to check each school's website for information about their military support services and ask questions if necessary. Also, take advantage of the GI Bill for your education funding if you decide to serve. Just be sure the school you choose is eligible for GI Bill benefits. Good luck with your decision-making process!
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