Military Scholarships

September 14, 2012 By

While the GI Bill provides educational assistance to members of the military, more money is always useful when attending school, either to cover gaps in tuition or to help with living expenses. Because of this it is useful to look at scholarships and other sources of tuition assistance. You will find that there are many organizations and groups eager to help with the educational expenses of active duty, veteran, and military dependent students. MilitaryEducation.org has put together multiple scholarship resources for both active duty military, veterans, and dependents of military members. Use these lists and apply to every scholarship relevant to help make your, or your dependents, educational journey smoother.

Scholarships For Active Duty Military

Army Scholarships
Navy Scholarships
Air Force Scholarships
Marine Scholarships
Coast Guard Scholarships

Scholarships For Veterans

Air Force Veteran Scholarships
Marine Veteran Scholarships
Coast Guard Veteran Scholarships
National Guard Veteran Scholarships
Army Veteran Scholarships
Navy Veteran Scholarships

Scholarships For Military Dependents

Scholarships for Dependent Children of Air Force Personnel
Scholarships for Dependent Children of Marine Corps Personnel
Coast Guard Scholarships for Dependent Children
National Guard Scholarships for Dependent Children
Scholarships for Dependent Children of US Army Personnel
Scholarships for Dependent Children of US Navy Personnel

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Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP) Overview

August 24, 2012 By

Educational assistance is available to members of the military, as well as to veterans. The Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP) is designed for members of the Reserve that have been called or ordered to active duty. This is as a result of a response to war or a national emergency as it may have been declared by the President or the Congress. The assistance program falls under the GI Bill.
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The 10 Best Military Friendly Online MBA Programs

July 17, 2012 By


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The number of colleges and universities offering a military friendly MBA has increased dramatically over the last decade, and will continue to do so. In the past, members of the military had to overcome great difficulties while pursuing their education, such as going on deployments or being transferred to another state or country. Now, military MBA programs are making it easier to earn a degree from any location with an internet connect and at any time of day. Here are the ten best online military MBA programs.

Note: All costs are current as of the 2012-2013 academic year, and are subject to change without notice. Costs do not include mandatory fees, books or supplies.

10. Western Governors University

Program: WGU’s program of study requires 30 units (equivalent to credit hours) and emphasizes five main areas of study: business values, innovation, leadership, management and relationships. Unlike most schools, grades are assigned as pass/not pass.

Costs: $3,250/term

Selling points: Tuition is a flat-fee, whether the student attends full-time or part-time.
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The Post 9/11 GI Bill Housing Allowance Benefit

July 8, 2012 By


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Are you looking for information about the latest installment of the “GI Bill?” Are you ready to enroll in an institution of higher learning? Will you be seeking either an undergraduate or graduate degree? Are you considering a distance learning program? This term GI Bill refers to educational benefits available to individuals who have served in the armed forces of the United States. The benefits are part and parcel of the compensation to members of the voluntary military. The types and amounts of benefits have changed through the years. Changes have been made to meet the needs of each generation of soldiers. A new post 9/11 bill provides benefits for military members who served on active duty after September 10, 2001. The law became effective August 1, 2009. It contains a housing allowance for distance, or online, learners. This new provision recognizes that in the current world of education, not all students attend a traditional class on campus in buildings. It is a new world with many college programs offered entirely online with only minimal contact with the campus. You can earn your college degree with a laptop and hard work. You do not have to pack up and leave home. The expense of finding housing near a campus is no longer a factor. If this scenario fits your situation, then read on for further information.

Time Limits

Like most benefits, time limits exist for claiming the post 9/11 benefits. The basic rule states that benefits must be used within 15 years of the date of discharge. This time limit allows sufficient time to pursue educational programs. Anyone intending to use the benefits needs to set out a plan that meets the time deadlines. Do not let these benefits lapse. They are part of your pay package. Remember that your maximum benefits are for 36 months. Only months when you are actually enrolled in school count towards that limit. If you take the summer or one semester off, those months do not count.
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A Guide To The MyCAA

July 7, 2012 By


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It’s very difficult to succeed in the modern world without a college degree, and the US government has graciously extended its hand to the spouses of active military personnel. While they’re defending American’s freedoms, their spouses may qualify for a host of benefits that will improve both of their lives once they return.

Who is Eligible?

The first thing to factor in is a service member’s pay grade. Each part of the military has its own system, and spouses of service members that are in the E-1 through E-5, W-1 and W-2, and O-1 and O-2 qualify for financial assistance. All higher pay grades will disqualify them from the MyCAA program.

Spouses that are within the military who are on Title 10 orders don’t qualify for assistance. Likewise, spouses who are legally separated from their partner don’t qualify for benefits. Anyone that’s married to a member of the Coast Guard can’t qualify for benefits, and those who can’t start and complete their courses while their military sponsor is on a Title 10 order won’t get financial help.
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