Transferring Military Training to College Credit

Got a question, peeps! I'm currently in the military and looking at colleges once I'm out. Do you know any colleges that might accept my training as credit? Any help would be fab!

Yes, definitely! Many colleges recognize military training and experiences as a viable form of education and it's very possible to receive credit for it. This process often begins by using your Joint Services Transcript (JST), which provides a description of military schooling and work history in civilian language. Most schools will accept your JST through the American Council on Education's (ACE) Credit Recommendation Service. These credits can be used towards meeting your degree requirements, so it's definitely worth exploring.

There's a wide range of schools that are particularly military-friendly and have established systems to evaluate and apply these credits, including Arizona State University, University of Maryland Global Campus, and Excelsior College, to name a few.

However, remember every college varies in what they are willing to accept and how they will apply those credits. Some schools may only count them as elective credits, while others might apply them to specific course requirements, depending upon the alignment between your training and the course content.

Similarly, you should definitely take advantage of the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) and DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST), both of which can earn you credit-by-examination at thousands of colleges and universities.

Don't forget to ask about these considerations when you're exploring your options and choosing colleges that suit your educational goals. You've earned these credits through your service, and they can be a great step forward in your academic journey!