Hey everyone, my older sibling's spouse is in the military, and we heard something about military spouses getting college benefits. Can anyone fill me in on this? Are there specific programs or scholarships they can apply for? Thanks in advance for your help!
Yes, absolutely! The good news is that there are a host of educational benefits available to military spouses.
1. MyCAA Scholarship: One of the most popular programs is the MyCAA (Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts) Scholarship, which is a workforce development program providing up to $4,000 in tuition assistance to eligible military spouses pursuing a license, certification, or associate degree in a portable career field and occupation.
2. Post-9/11 GI Bill Transfer: The Post-9/11 GI Bill is another beneficial resource. If the military member has not used all of their benefits under the Bill, they may be able to transfer unused portions to their spouse. There are service time requirements to be eligible for this kind of transfer.
3. State-specific programs: Depending on their state of residence, they might also find a variety of programs specifically designed for military spouses and dependents. These often take the form of scholarships or fee waivers at state schools.
4. Scholarships: In addition to these, numerous private scholarships are available that specifically target military spouses. These can come from different organizations, ranging from non-profits to corporations associated with the military.
Remember that military benefits can depend on the enlisting person's duty status and other aspects. It's always a good idea to reach out to a military benefits counselor or education officer to get the most reliable and current information for your sibling's specific situation!
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