SVA & Raytheon Scholarship for Navy Veterans
The Student Veterans of America & Raytheon offer Navy veteran scholarships to fund graduate or bachelor’s degrees. Deadline: April 1, 2022.
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SVA & NBC Universal Scholarships for Veterans
The Student Veterans of America (SVA) and NBC Universal offer two $12,000 scholarships for veterans moving into entertainment industry.
Vet Success on Campus
Vet Success on Campus The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has created the Vet Success on Campus (VSOC) program to help veterans, servicemembers, and their qualified dependents. VSOC aims to help their target populations successfully transition into college life. The ultimate goal is to have VSOC students successfully complete their education and enter into the…
Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) & Dependent Payments Increase Oct 2021
For Veterans using the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB), on October 1, 2021, your benefit payments are set to increase. Get the details.
Best Online Colleges for Veterans
Earn a degree and get career training without the commute. Get a great education at one of the Best Online Colleges for Veterans. 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.
Battlefields to Ballfields Scholarships for Veterans
Over the last ten years or so, social and political pressure elevated veteran issues into the national conversation. Veterans were returning from war, leaving the service, and facing the unparalleled challenge of reintegrating into society. Battlefields to Ballfields However, organizations are stepping up to the plate and offering assistance to the veteran community. One such…
This VA GI Bill Upgrade Will Make Life a Bit Easier
Ever get frustrated with the VA’s GI Bill platform? You aren’t alone. Learn about the upgrade and get informed about VA’s GI Bill.
GI Bill and Veteran Education Benefits Changes in 2021
Signed into law on January 5th, 2021, the Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvements Act of 2020 will make several significant changes to your existing benefits programs. Here are the changes that will affect your GI Bill and veterans education benefits next year.
Ensuring Educational Opportunities for Disabled Veterans
In November of 2020, U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) introduced legislation seeking to improve the requirements for America’s disabled service members attempting to receive federal financial aid. The Honor Our Nation’s Oath to Remember (HONOR) Our Veterans’ Sacrifice A seeks to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 by updating the definition of untaxed income and benefits by excluding veterans benefits, to include VA Disability Compensation, from the list of benefits required by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
12 States With the Most Unclaimed Veterans Education Benefits
Earlier this year, the Department of Veterans Affairs published information about the most underused benefits, as reported by each state’s veterans department. The following states reported that these education benefits were the most underused by veterans.
Hands-On Job Experience For Student Veterans
Explore 6 hands-on ways for military and veterans to develop knowledge, skills and experience in their academic field or career interest area.
States Offering In-State Tuition for Veterans After 3 Years from Discharge
Find states that offer in-state tuition for non-resident veterans beyond the 3-year discharge cap. The Choice Act requires states to offer in-state tuition to non-resident veterans for 3-years after leaving the military. However, 27 states have passed laws that make veteran students eligible for in-state tuition beyond the Choice Act’s limit. With this change there is now a confusing and inconsistent patchwork of laws across the country.
States Offering Free College Tuition for Veterans & 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.
Civilian Jobs After Serving In The Military in Aviation
Have you worked in military aviation while enlisted? Discover options for after-military careers with highly transferable skills in civilian workforce.
Veterans: Enroll & Launch Your 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
You can virtually eliminate the cost of a degree using your military education benefits. You already have what a college student needs. Find out more now!
Combat Engineering: Civilian Jobs After The Military
Here are civilian jobs that may be a good fit for you after serving in the military as a combat engineer. These include salary info and education paths.
Military & Veteran College Scholarships and Grants
Are you looking for money for college? Then this list of veteran and military scholarships is for you! Find scholarships for active duty military, veterans, spouses, dependents and by degree program!
4 Veteran Owned Businesses (Veteran Entrepreneurs) to Know
Vetrepreneurship (veteran + entrepreneurship) is on the rise. These are 4 veteran owned businesses worth checking out.
Veteran Scholarships to Help Pay for College
Are you a veteran student needing extra money to pay for college? Here are some great college scholarships for veterans.
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.
Special Operations Forces Jobs after the Military
Each of the military branches have special operations forces units. There are a lot of skills that those serving in the special operations forces can bring to a post-military career. Specific careers can also be a perfect fit and would be worth pursuing. Here are a few of them:
Post-9/11 GI Bill: 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.
Building Your Veteran Network
How to Connect with Veterans and Build Your Network Finding and connecting with other veterans is an integral part of life after service. However sometimes, it can be hard when spread out and not living on a centralized military base. Below, we’ve compiled a list of some useful organizations to help you connect with likeminded…