August 18, 2017, by Dixie Somers - When you serve in the military, you're not just serving your country, you're also serving as a great role model for your children and your peers. Returning to the states after being deployed and being discharged from service creates new challenges. As you transition back into the normal routine as a veteran and no longer an active duty service … [Read more...]
How to Select Your Online Degree Program
June 20, 2017, by Cher Zevala - You’ve decided to pursue an advanced degree, and you’ve even realized that online education is the way to go. Indeed, most active service members find that the flexibility of online classes allows them to attend every lecture and meet every deadline - even while they are deployed a world away. Still, deciding between traditional and online school … [Read more...]
Benefits Veterans Should Take Advantage of When Returning to School
June 2, 2017, By Nicolas Chee, Contributor to The Student Loan Report - If you are a veteran and planning on returning to school, thank you for your service. Many veterans know that they have some benefits available to them, but they do not know what those benefits are or what steps they should take when they return to school. This can result in you missing out on many of the … [Read more...]
Every Military Education Benefit Explained
June 2, 2017, by Cher Zevala - By joining the military, you gain a sense of duty and an overwhelming amount of honor. You gain the opportunity to see the world, experience vastly different cultures and interact with new and amazing people. And on top of all that, you gain good, reliable pay and lifelong benefits. Perhaps the most sought-after benefits offered by the military … [Read more...]
5 Best Uses for Your GI Bill Benefits
June 1, 2017, by Rachael Murphey - Since the 1940s, many military service people have reaped the benefits of the G.I. Bill. Traditionally, the money was designated as funding to help returning soldiers transition into life after their tours of duty. Though the G.I. is still frequently used to attend a traditional college, some soldiers use it for other means. Read on for a list … [Read more...]