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Why Won’t Schools Sign the Tuition Assistance Memorandum?

Question: What is the issue with the Tuition Assistance Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and schools refusing to sign it? -- Major Mike

Answer: Major Mike, all schools accepting Tuition Assistance (TA) payments will be required to sign the DOD’s new MOU by January 1, 2012. Schools not signing the MOU will not get paid for their students using the military Tuition Assistance Program. The issue is schools are saying they cannot comply with the MOU as it puts an additional burden on t [...]

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Is An Associate’s Degree the Best Choice for Me?

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I just separated from the military and I’m considering using my Post 9/11 GI Bill to get my Associate’s Degree. Is that a good choice for me or would I be better off going for a bachelor’s degree right away? Elise

Answer:

This can be a hard decision to make Elise – work toward getting your associate’s degree first or going straight for the bachelor’s degree. However, first let me define the different types of associate’s degrees an [...]

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What Military Financial Assistance Is Available for Spouses to Go to School?

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What military financial assistance is available for spouses to go to school?

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The military “gets it” when it comes to education both for servicemembers and their families. As a military spouse and regardless of your education goals, almost every military branch has a financial aid support program to help you achieve your education and ultimately your career goals.
Tuition Aid Program (STAP)
Army
Whether you are stationed [...]

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If I Don’t Have the Money, How Do I Pay for College Without Going Into Debt?

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If I don't have the money, how do I pay for college without going into debt?

Answer:
Your real question should be “How can I not afford not to get a college education regardless of how I pay for it?” Studies show a college graduate earns almost twice of what a high school graduate earns over the course of a career, but can you pay for a college education without taking out student loans?

As we all know, college is getting more expensive. On average, postsecondary ed [...]

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4 Tips When Selecting Online Education

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I'm a long haul truck driver constantly on the road all over the country, but I want to use my GI Bill benefits to go back to school. What should I be looking for when I consider an online college degree? I enjoy driving now but I can't see raising a family this way. Can you recommend a few pointers? Thank you, Tom.

Answer:

A great question, Tom. Your circumstances are far from unique. Thousands of people work or possess commitments that prohibit setting the steady sch [...]

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4 Tips for the Working GI Bill Student

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After reviewing my finances including my mortgage and car payment, the Post 9-11 GI Bill isn't enough to pay my bills and school. Is it really possible to work full time and attend college? I have two friends saying no. I can't see myself working this warehouse job for the rest of my life. Thanks, Kevin

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Kevin, this is a serious question facing many Americans today, not just veterans. [...]

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Will New Changes to the GI Bill Hurt You?

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Shouldn’t there be concern if a state’s public university’s tuition is over $17,500? Then what? Is the rest out of pocket? Seems to me like more and more schools may opt out from Yellow Ribbon if, in fact, it’s going to cost them more and become more of a hassle. Thank you, Adam

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Thank you for a great question which I delayed answering for quite some time. Major GI Bill changes are taking effect this school year and right up until this month the results remained in doubt. Following initial passage of the congressional legislat [...]

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Using GI Bill education benefits is akin to buying a new car

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Just discharged from the Marines, I cannot find a job and want to attend school using my military education benefits. College selection is confusing. I can take courses at my local community college for much less than I can take courses online or at 'regular colleges'. What am I missing? Thank you, Chris.

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Chris, you are not missing a thing and you are making a smart choice for your future. Higher education is a very competitive and, at times, confusing marketpl [...]

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Rural Area? 5 suggestions for veteran GI Bill education

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I was just discharged from the Marines and can't find a job anywhere. I live in a rural area and don't really want to leave home. Is there anything I can study or do that will allow me to find work? My mom keeps telling me to learn something like medical record keeping. Thank you, Brad.

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the highest employment in [...]

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Should the soldier or family members use GI Bill Benefits?

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My name is Eric. I am halfway through an Army career. Our children are all in school and my wife wants to become a nurse. I have an associate degree but want to retire with at least a bachelor's degree. Should I save my GI Bill benefits to help put our children through college and use Army benefits or should my wife use my GI Bill benefits and we save for the kids. Any suggestions?

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Eric, your question highlights the decisions facing many of today's military fa [...]

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