Hi all, I'm considering a different approach to college; more specifically, military and online education. Anybody know any military-friendly universities or colleges that offer robust online degree programs?
Sure, many colleges and universities in the United States are military-friendly and offer comprehensive online degree programs. Here are a few known for their efforts to support veterans and active-duty military personnel:
1. American Military University (AMU): AMU is a member of the American Public University System. It offers more than 200 degree and certificate programs entirely online, ranging from associate to doctoral programs. It was created by a former Marine Corps officer to meet the unique educational needs of military personnel.
2. University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC): UMGC was one of the first universities to deliver distance education to the military overseas, making it a particularly good choice. UMGC offers over 90 degrees, specializations, and certificates, most of which are available entirely online.
3. Arizona State University (ASU): ASU's online university was hailed by U.S. News & World Report as the most innovative school in America. ASU offers more than 200 online undergraduate and graduate degree programs and certificates.
4. Penn State World Campus: Penn State World Campus is the online division of the well-respected Pennsylvania State University, offering more than 150 accredited graduate degrees, undergraduate degrees, certificates, and minors.
5. Colorado State University-Global Campus (CSU-Global): CSU-Global caters specifically to working adults, which often overlaps with the needs of military students. It offers several bachelor's completion and master's programs online.
Keep in mind, wherever you decide to go, you should ensure that the institution is fully accredited, offers a military tuition discount participates in the Tuition Assistance Program (if that's critical to you), validates the American Council on Education (ACE) credits (if applicable), and provides resources specifically for military students, such as dedicated advisors and flexible scheduling.
Furthermore, benefits like Yellow Ribbon Program membership, acceptance of the CLEP/DSST exams, and offering of Credit for Military Training can also be helpful. Always remember to check each institution's specific military benefits to see how these advantages can be used to your benefit.
Good luck with your college search!
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