Hey guys. I was wondering if anyone knows which colleges give the most credit for military experience? I have quite a bit of training and experience from the service, and I'd really like it if I could use that towards my studies. Thanks!
Hello there!
Transforming your military experience into college credits is an excellent way to make the most out of your time served. There are indeed many universities and colleges that recognize military training and experience and convert these into college credits.
One tool you may find helpful is the Joint Services Transcript. This tool converts military training and experience into college credits subject to validation by the American Council on Education. The credits are then evaluated by individual colleges and universities to determine how they apply to your chosen degree course.
With regards to specific colleges, state universities, especially ones with strong services for veterans, are useful places to start. Excelsior College is known for being especially generous in converting military training and experience into college credits. Another is Thomas Edison State University, which has a broad and flexible transfer credit policy that also includes military training, certifications, and licenses.
Make sure to check with the specific institutions and your academic advisor to know how they handle credit transfers for military experience. Additionally, do consider if the credits you earn are applicable to the degree program you pursue—sometimes, although a school might award a lot of credit, it might not be particularly relevant to your intended major.
Ultimately, make sure the institution you're considering aligns with your academic goals and plans, in addition to giving you ample credit for your service.
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