Getting Your Degree

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As a Veteran, You Have a Head Start on the 3 Things All College Bound Students Need

A college degree is arguably the best way to reach your career goals, create new opportunities, find your dream job, and increase income. However, the cost, time, and effort it takes to earn a degree can be overwhelming. But, thanks to your military experience you have a leg up in all three of those areas.

Money For School

The cost of a college degree can run over $40,000 a year – in tuition alone. But, as a result of your military service, you can virtually eliminate the cost of higher education through programs like tuition assistance, scholarships, and of course, the GI Bill.

Time Saved To Complete

Earning a degree typically takes between 4 and 5 years. However, your military experience can reduce the number of classes needed to earn your degree through a program known as ACE (American Council on Education). ACE is used by schools to determine the college-level equivalencies for your military training and experience.

Effort Through Training and Adversity

Unlike most freshman college students that have never had to push themselves through adversity, your training and experience in the military has given you the focus and tenacity to meet the demands of earning your degree.

Your combination of education benefits, life experience, and support programs will ensure your success as you prepare for going to college. So, don’t let your concerns about Money, Time and Effort slow you down.

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