Advice for Military Connected Students
Student Sucess: How to Get Started
Whether you are just in the information-gathering or consideration stages of beginning or restarting your education or confidently approaching the starting line, there are a few factors to keep in mind. To be successful, these five steps are crucial.
Are you eligible for Tuition Assistance? Here's how to find out.
Most of the conversation surrounding service members and veterans attending college centers around the Post-9/11 GI Bill®️; however, there is another option: Tuition Assistance.
Do You Know How to Transfer Your Military Training to College Credits?
Most military-connected students have college credits from multiple institutions. And while this makes you very well-rounded and experienced, it can be overwhelming when you’re ready to settle down and finish a degree program.
What You Need to Know About Veteran Education Payments
Some of the most asked questions regarding the Post-9/11 GI Bill® are about payments, when you get paid and how it works.
Do I Have to Pay if I Drop a Class?
There are many questions about the repercussions of failing a class, but the good news is that you will not lose your benefits if you fail or drop a course.
Where to Find Internship Opportunities for Veterans
The transition from military service to the civilian workforce can take many paths. For many, education is involved, and for others, an apprenticeship or internship is a priority.
Have You Used the GI Bill® Comparison Tool?
All of this information, and more, is available for students to view and compare with the GI Bill Comparison Tool.
Tips to Make Yourself More Marketable
Think of what is standing between what you have and what you need to be successful in your career — and then use that answer to market yourself.
Tutoring Resources for Veterans
It's important to know when to ask for help and remember that it is not a weakness.
Why You Should Know How to Read Your COE
Your COE shows you how many months and days are remaining of your eligibility, making it an important document to keep.
Do You Know About These 4 VA Programs?
Veteran education benefits can be confusing, especially when you aren’t sure where to start. There are additional programs, besides the GI BIll that are available to you.
10 Scholarship Tips for Student Veterans
With so many scholarships available and many students seeking them out, it's wise to plan to maximize your efforts. Here are some tips to help you succeed.
Changes to the Residency Requirements for Housing Allownace Coming Soon
If you’ve been using your Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits for a few years, the new system will look like the old system. But if you’re newer to this, here’s a quick breakdown.
How to Determine Which Degree is Right for You
Here are a few ways to help you figure out what you may want to study.
How to Determine Which School to Attend
Just like there are various options for what kind of school to attend, there are also options for how to structure your education.
A Quick Review of the Changes to the 48 Month Rule
This change is big because VR&E -- which used to count against GI Bill benefits -- doesn't count against the 48-Month Rule anymore.
What's the Difference Between Public & Private, Nonprofit Schools?
What does a private, nonprofit school actually mean -- and why does it seem to cost so much more?