As a military spouse, mobility is a part of life, and I'm thinking that an online college might be the best bet for me. Are there any institutions known for being particularly hospitable to military spouses?
Certainly, I'd recommend looking into colleges that make it a point to support military families, which typically have programs tailored towards the unique circumstances that military families may face. In particular, universities that are part of the Department of Defense's Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) program can offer significant financial assistance of up to $4,000 to eligible military spouses who are pursuing degrees or credentials leading to employment in portable career fields.
Penn State's World Campus is a good place to look. They have a wide array of online degree programs, and they're an approved university for the MyCAA program. They also have a Military Grant-in-Aid program that reduces the cost of undergraduate tuition for service members, veterans, and their spouses.
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is another such institution famously friendly to military families. SNHU offers generous transfer policies and discounts to military-connected students. The university's online student experience includes academic and career services specifically tailored to support military families.
Lastly, Colorado State University's Global Campus is another university that provides reduced tuition rates for military personnel and their dependents, and they offer various online degree programs.
Remember that it's also important to consider the type of degree and course content you're interested in. While all these universities are military spouse friendly, make sure the one you choose aligns with your educational and professional goals.
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