Does Your GPA Matter After College Graduation?
Understand how your GPA after college affects your career prospects and how experiences can outweigh academic performance.
Education
VA Work-Study Program
Are you attending school on the GI Bill? If so your benefits are not indefinite. Some use up the entire VA education benefit before their college career is finished, and some use programs like VA Work Study to help make ends meet in the meantime.VA Work Study is typically an on-campus option, but nonprofits are also eligible in some cases. Learn more.
Bootstrap Programs: Earn a Degree While Serving
Learn how Bootstrap Programs help military personnel gain degrees or training, enhancing skills for better employment outcomes.
What to Know About Military Education Options
Discover various military education options that benefit service members: professional military education, off-duty education, and more.
From GI Bill to Post-9/11: The Ultimate Overview
Find out everything you need to know about the Post-9/11 GI Bill, including the many different uses for the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
National Guard & Reserve Education Benefits
Veteran Education Benefits for the National Guard and Reserve There are two basic ways to serve in uniform; commit to a full-time, active duty service commitment or choose part-time service as a member of the National Guard or Reserve. Those who choose the Guard or Reserve learn their military benefits–especially education benefits–aren’t as generous as…
Post 9/11 GI Bill Eligibility Percentages Explained
Explore Post 9/11 GI Bill eligibility percentages and discover how your active duty service affects your education benefits.
Best Colleges for Army Veterans
Find the best fit for your educational journey at one of the best colleges and universities for Army veterans.
The Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant
A Pell Grant can help lower college costs, but not everyone qualifies. However, the Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant may be able to help. Learn more.
Yellow Ribbon Liberal Arts Colleges
Liberal Arts Colleges Participating in the Yellow Ribbon Program When a college chooses to participate in the Yellow Ribbon program, the school is sending a clear message that they appreciate the service and sacrifice that military members have offered. Yellow Ribbon schools voluntarily enter in a Yellow Ribbon agreement with the VA, choosing to make…
Top Veteran Friendly Schools by State: Michigan
Top Veteran Friendly Schools: Michigan The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) awards Veteran Friendly School status to institutions of higher education in the state of Michigan. This program recognizes postsecondary institutions that are committed to supporting the needs of military-connected students. Since its inception in 2013, the Veteran Friendly School (VFS) program has increased in…
Education Questions Answered by Peers: February 2022
CollegeRecon receives education questions from the community, and we answer as many as we can. Your peers also give great answers!
Navient Cancels $1.7 Billion in Student Loan Debt
Navient Cancels $1.7 Billion in Student Loan Debt **Update 8/23/2024** In 2022, a multi-state lawsuit filed against Navient, a servicer of federal student loans, resulted in the cancelation of student loan debt totaling $1.7 billon. This amount covered the private loan debt held by around 66,000 students. According to the Navient Multi-State Settlement official site,…
Skillshare Scholarships for Online Learning
Skillshare is an online learning platform offering interactive online courses. Learn more about Skillshare scholarships for college students.
Support Our Scholars: Scholarships & Mentorships for Women Students
Scholarships & Mentorship for Women Students If you are a transitioning female veteran, military spouse, or family member, there is a scholarship opportunity offered through Support Our Scholars. Support Our Scholars “Our organization selects young women with exceptional academic achievement and mentors them throughout their four years of college and beyond. We know that disadvantaged…
Law Guarantees In-State Tuition for Survivors & Dependents
A new law grants in-state tuition to Survivors and Dependents using Chapter 35 benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Post 9/11 GI Bill Recipients Must Verify Enrollment
There is a new verification process for military receiving Post 9/11 GI Benefits. Learn how it works and get the details.
The Best GI Bill® Schools
You earned it and you deserve it. Utilize your GI Bill at a great school for a quality education. Here are 6 of the Best GI Bill Schools. Learn more.
How to Pay for College as a Veteran
You’ve served your country, and now you’re moving on. As a veteran, there are many opportunities available to help you pay for college.
4 Top Online Schools for Active Duty Military
Check out our list of the 4 best online schools for active military based on accreditation, GI Bill Acceptance, & job placement.
Certificate for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Explore the value of a certificate teaching English and meet the growing demand for qualified English educators worldwide.
Launch Your Veteran Education Adventure
Time to enroll & launch your education adventure! Enrollment process and requirements differ by school. Here’s a guide for veterans.
As a Student Veteran, You Already Have Everything You Need to Be Successful in College
Student veterans already have what’s needed to succeed in college and can virtually eliminate tuition using your military education benefits. Find out more!
Active Duty & College: Attending College at Your Duty Station
There are many options for college for active duty military. One great option for active duty military is to attend classes on installation.
Cost of College: What Does Your Education Cost?
Everyone knows college costs a lot. You have the GI Bill, but how can you save on out of pocket costs? Here’s a breakdown of the costs for college.