Just a stressed-out junior here, thinking about joining the military AND diving into the world of academics. Does anyone know of online colleges that offer military discounts?
Hello! I understand that you're trying to find the best balance that'll allow you to serve in the military while also pursuing your academic interests. Thankfully, there are various online colleges that cater to military personnel, offering tuition discounts, scholarships, and transfer-credit opportunities for military training.
Arizona State University, for example, has a wide range of online courses and offers discounted tuition for military and veteran students as well as their dependents.
Southern New Hampshire University is another popular choice. They offer a discounted tuition rate for U.S. service members, both full- and part-time, and the spouses of those on active duty.
Also, the University of Florida Online offers tuition discounts to active-duty military, and Liberty University has a substantial tuition discount for military personnel pursuing online degrees.
Remember, where you choose to study should also be about what you wish to study. Not every school will offer the program you're interested in, so always check that the school offers relevant programs for your career aspirations.
Lastly, don't forget to see if your chosen institution is part of the DANTES (Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support) program, as this could mean extra financial aid opportunities and other benefits for military students.
Hope this helps and thank you for your future service!
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