Hey folks, my spouse is in the military and I'm seriously contemplating resuming my education. I’m a bit overwhelmed about where to start, though. Can anyone suggest some good college options or programs for military spouses?
Sure, there are numerous programs and grants aimed at helping military spouses further their education:
1. The MyCAA (My Career Advancement Account) Scholarship: This is a workforce development program specifically designed for military spouses, which provides up to $4,000 in tuition assistance for certain types of associate's degrees, licenses, and certification programs.
2. Offers from Individual Colleges: Many colleges also offer discounts or scholarships for military spouses. For example, Southern New Hampshire University provides a 30% discount off their online bachelor's degree programs to all military spouses.
3. The National Military Family Association Scholarships: These scholarships are for military spouses pursuing career education. The scholarship is up to $2,500, and the money can be used for tuition, books, fees, supplies, and child care during times of class or studying.
Just make sure you fully understand all the requirements and benefits for the scholarships and programs you're interested in. Also, it's important to choose an accredited college or university in order to ensure educational quality and ease of credit transfer if necessary.
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