Discounts for Remote & Non-Traditional College Students
Discover the best college student discounts. From car insurance, cell phones, and technology, there’s something for everyone. Learn more.
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Tips for Using the GI Bill
Thinking about using the GI Bill? We have summarized guidelines provided by The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Read how to use the GI Bill at CollegeRecon.
Operation Homefront and Dollar Tree Give to Military Families
Operation Homefront Teams Up With Dollar Tree to Help Military Families 2023 marked the 13th consecutive school year Operation Homefront teamed up with Dollar Tree to run the annual “Back-to-School Brigade” program. The program is a nationwide school supply collection and distribution campaign that, since its inception, has provided more than 450,000 backpacks full of…
Back-to-School Shopping Tips
Whether attending in-person or virtually, there are essential supplies. Find back-to-school shopping tips to make it stress-free and affordable.
Sending Your Child to College During Covid-19
Going to college during Covid-19 is a unique experience for both student and parent. Learn what to consider about going to college during these unprecedented times.
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.
Save with Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekends and AAFES
When the back-to-school season is in session, there are plenty of ways to save money on school supplies, clothing, and computers. We explore some of the options below. States with Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekends During state tax-free weekends, you can shop for items such as clothing, shoes, and school supplies without paying sales tax. Many states…
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…
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. >> For more great military and veteran discounts, direct to your inbox, and sign up for the Military and Veteran Discounts Newsletter! It’s free from MyMilitaryBenefits.…
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…
Back To School: How To Decide
Should You Go Back to School? How To Decide As a service member or a spouse, you might be at a place where you are thinking about if you should go back to school. Whether you want to start a new degree or finish one you already started, there can be many different reasons to…
10 Unexpected Careers Through MyCAA – Best MyCAA Programs List
Here are some unexpected career offerings through MyCAA that you may not have have heard of or considered. This list of 10 unexpected careers through MyCAA represents some of the best programs MyCAA has to offer.
Why Veterans Who Go to College Before the Workforce Earn More than Civilians
When leaving military service you will have many options. We’re here to tell you that transitioning veterans who go to college first earn more. Find out more!
Going to School as a Parent…How It’s Possible
Going to school as a military spouse and parent isn’t impossible. But it also isn’t easy. These tips and tricks will help make your degree program & milfamily life successful.
4 Ways to Conquer Back-to-School Blues
We think everyone can benefit from these 4 tips on how to beat the back-to-school blues and start out the school year on the right foot!
Having a Contact On-Campus Is a Game-Changer
As a veteran, making a contact on-campus can help you to be more successful in college. Here’s how to get started.