Hi everyone! I'm hoping to start my college journey at a community college, but I'll still be on active duty. Do y'all know of any decent online community colleges that are military-friendly? Thanks for your help.
Absolutely, there are numerous community colleges that offer online learning catered towards military members, reservists, and veterans. Here are a few that stand out due to curriculum flexibility and military friendly initiatives:
1. Central Texas College: They have a robust online program and a long history of catering to military personnel. They also maintain on-base locations at many installations worldwide.
2. Coastline Community College: Located in California but offering substantial online coursework, Coastline has a 'Military Program' that provides services for military students to earn degrees or certificates while serving.
3. Rio Salado College: Part of the Maricopa Community Colleges system, Rio Salado College offers online courses and a number of services for active duty military personnel and veterans. They provide discounted tuition rates for military persons.
4. American Military University (AMU): While this is indeed a four-year institution, it's worth mentioning due to their robust online program offerings and commitment to serving military personnel.
These schools understand the unique needs of those in the armed forces, and tend to have support systems in place to assist with class schedules during deployments and flexibility with financial aid to accommodate the unique circumstances that can come with military life.
Remember to review each college's accreditation status - it's crucial that the college you choose be regionally accredited to ensure the credits you earn are widely transferable and that degrees are well-regarded. Lastly, double-check if your chosen college is part of the DOD's Tuition Assistance Program, which can provide financial benefits if you're still on active duty.
Good luck on your educational journey!
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