In-state Tuition for Military Veteran Children & Dependents
Military children are eligible for in-state college tuition under different circumstances than their civilian counterparts. Read more.
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College Scholarships for Military Dependent Children
They have had to say goodbye to mom or dad more times than anyone else, they have lived in more places before age ten than most people do in a lifetime, and as they grow up, they too want to further their education and go to college. Luckily, there are quite a few scholarships for military and veteran dependent children wanting to go to college.
States with Free College Tuition for Military & Veteran Dependents
One part of raising children is wondering about how you will pay for college when the day comes. As a military service member, you probably wonder how your service can help. Or, as a veteran, you might be curious about your state and if they offer any tuition waivers for veterans. The good news is, certain states do provide tuition waivers to veterans and sometimes their dependents.
How to Find a Job as a Veteran
The transition from the military to civilian world is exciting and stressful! Find your next job with our Guide to Finding a Job as a Veteran.
Best Buy Student Discount
Best Buy offers a student discount for those who are eligible. The program includes special deals and offers. Learn more.
Unemployment Rate Down, But Not For Post-9/11 Veterans
Unemployment rates are now at a 50-year low of 3.5% for September of 2019. But the unemployment rate for Post-9/11 veterans is up at 4.5%. Learn more.
Civilian Jobs After Serving In Military Intelligence
Have you worked in military intelligence? Discover options for after-military careers with highly transferable skills in civilian workforce.
Best College Majors for High Paying Careers
Find a list of the best college majors for high paying careers based on how much money you make and how likely it is to land a job.
Combat Medic Civilian Jobs after Military Service
Serving as a combat medic in the military can set you up for a career in the medical field long after your military career is over. There are different paths you can take, and different ways to continue helping others in this way during your career. Civilian Jobs For Combat Medics After Military Service The…
Student Loan Debt Of Eligible Disabled Veterans Forgiven
In August of 2019, President Donald Trump announced that his administration will expedite the process for forgiving the Federal student loan debt of eligible veterans. He signed a memorandum on discharging the federal student loan debt of totally and permanently disabled veterans. Doing this will order the Department of Education to eliminate the federal student loan debt owned by American veterans who are completely and permanently disabled.
Artillery Jobs for Army & Marine Veterans after Military
Field Artillery may not exactly translate to a civilian career. But the skills gained from this military occupation can help you after military career ends.
GI Bill Housing Payments Going Up For Some Online Classes
Full MHA Rates For Hybrid Classes With The Post 9/11 GI Bill Starts Now As of August 15th, 2019, hybrid classes will now be eligible for the full MHA (Monthly Housing Allowance) rates for housing with your Post 9/11 GI Bill. This will apply for classes that start Aug 15th, 2019 or later. It is…
Dorm Room Shopping Tips For Parents
Review our dorm room tips for dorm room shopping and decorating for parents as their kids make the big step of moving to campus.
Fun, Interesting, & Cool Scholarships You’ve Never Heard Of
Did you know there is a scholarship for tall people? Or all about table tennis? Here is a list of fun and interesting scholarships – if you’re in the military or not – you may not have heard of before. What a fun way to pay for college! The Asparagus Club Scholarship $2,000 per semester,…
Retake DSST Exam For Free For A Limited Time
From August 1st through September 30th, eligible military members can retake their DSST exams for free if they do not pass them the first time. This is potentially great news for those taking DSST exams through DANTES! What Is DANTES? DANTES stands for Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support and provides no-cost education and career-planning…
Military Spouse College Guide to Going Back to School
Going back to college can be the right choice for a lot of military spouses. Here is a military spouse’s guide to going back to school to get you started.
Scholarships To Apply For This Fall For Military and Veterans
With school starting again soon, you might be worried that it is too late to apply for scholarships. The truth is, there are quite a few you can apply for this fall. Here is a list of scholarships for military, veterans and their families for Fall 2019. Scholarships For Fall 2019 These scholarships are not…
What You Need to Know Before Starting Your First Day of Class
How to Prepare for Back to School as a New College Student Summer doesn’t last forever and before you know it, classes will be starting up for the fall. You might be a young student, right out of high school or going back to school after your military career has ended. You might be a…
Post-9/11 GI Bill Payment Rate Changes
On Aug 1, 2019, the annually adjusted Post-9/11 GI Bill payment rates changes will go into effect for the 2019-20 school year. Here’s what you need to know.
Best Back-to-School Discounts for Military Families
With back-to-school season approaching, parents are looking for deals when getting ready for the new school year. Here is a list of the best back-to-school discounts for military families. Back-to-School Discounts for Military Families These include student and military discounts to help you save this coming school year. Operation Homefront’s Back-to-School Brigade Since Operation Homefront…
Back-to-School Discounts for Military and Veteran Students
When the new school year approaches, it’s time to start thinking about school supplies. Here is a list of back-to-school discounts for military and veteran students. Some companies have student discounts, and some have military and student discounts. See our Student Discounts for Military and Veterans page for more student discounts and military-friendly deals. Back-to-School…
Post-9/11 GI Bill Transfer Changes Delayed
One great aspect of the Post 9/11 GI Bill, was the ability to transfer to your spouse or dependents. Up until this week, the changes with GI Transferability were due to take place on July 12, 2019. However, the Post 9/11 GI Bill transfer changes have been delayed to January 12, 2020. Giving 6 more months before this goes into effect.
Civil Affairs Jobs for Civilians after Military Service
Civilian Jobs After Military Civil Affairs Military service in Civil Affairs (CA) offers a unique and challenging career path. CA personnel act as military liaisons, working with civilian populations, foreign governments, and non-governmental organizations to ensure the success of military operations and the safety of all parties. This experience builds a specific set of skills…
Civilian Jobs for Military Police (MP): Jobs After Military Police
If you have served in the military as a part of the Military Police (or an MP), you will have quite a few options for an after-military career.
College Apps for Students
As a student, you can find a few apps designed to make your life a little easier. Here are 13 great apps for students curated for you.