Hey y'all! Based in Texas and am considering furthering my education while still in the service. Looking for recommendations on military-friendly online colleges here in the Lone Star State. Appreciate the help!
Sure, some online colleges in Texas have programs that cater specifically to active military students. I'll list some of them here:
1. University of Texas—Permian Basin: UTPB offers support services specifically dedicated to veterans and active military students. It also participates in the GI Bill and the Yellow Ribbon Program. UTPB's online programs include Business, Child and Family Studies, Communication, and more.
2. Texas Tech University: Texas Tech's online services include Military and Veterans Programs (MVP) office that assists with GI Bill and Hazlewood applications, fee waivers, event planning, etc. Online programs range from Engineering to Human Sciences to Education.
3. Texas A&M University—Central Texas: This institution provides online undergraduate and graduate degree programs across multiple fields. They offer tuition assistance for active duty military and veterans. Plus, if you're able to visit campus, they even run a Warrior's Lounge specifically for military students.
4. Sam Houston State University: A member of the Service Members Opportunity Colleges (SOC) consortium, SHSU prioritizes flexible programs suitable for military students. With more than40 undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degrees offered fully online, you have plenty of choices.
Remember, this isn't an exhaustive list and there are many other schools in Texas that could work well for you. Also, check to see if these institutions acknowledge and give credit for military training, as some institutions can convert your military training into college credits. Good luck in your educational pursuits!
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