College for Military Personnel
Being a part of the military, whether it’s yourself or a spouse, can make obtaining a degree in higher education a difficult process. With the constant travel, deployments, and relocations that are a basic part of military life, online education is an appealing option. The convenience and flexibility of participating in an online degree program makes it almost the ideal solution for those military related individuals who are looking to earn their degree without being tied to a specific campus.
Our online College for Military Personnel articles provides soldiery and their loved ones with the necessary information that is needed for applying to, funding, and completing a degree program entirely online.
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The Webb GI Bill: How It Affects the Military And Their Families
August 13, 2009
On June 30, 2008, new legislation was signed into law expanding education benefits for post-9/11 veterans and their families. The Post 9/11 Veterans’ Educational Assistance Act of 2008, sometimes called the Webb GI Bill or the Post 9/11 GI Bill, was introduced by Senator Jim Webb from Virginia on his first day in office. Read More
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The Yellow Ribbon Program: What Is It, and How Does it Affect Veterans?
August 10, 2009
As part of the Post 9/11 Veterans Assistance Act of 2008, Congress implemented an initiative called the Yellow Ribbon Program to help returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan pay for college.
Here’s an overview of the benefits you can expect to get from the program, and how to tell if you’re eligible.
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Online Education for Military Spouses: Getting Your Degree
February 15, 2008
Military spouses face many challenges in earning a degree. As a military spouse, you may move too frequently to complete a four-year program in one place. You may be stationed in an area without a college offering the degree program you’re looking for.
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Studying Online While Serving Your Country: What Military Personnel Need to Know
January 29, 2008
Tuition assistance is a big incentive for new military recruits. But you don’t have to wait until you’re done with your tour of duty to go to school. Study online instead, and you could leave the military with your degree already in hand.
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