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Use GI Bill wisely to grasp a solid career

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My friends from high school appear to be 'wasting' their educational opportunities. Several of my classmates now have college degrees and are working at jobs requiring no education or they are still unemployed. I don't want to waste my GI Bill benefits. Are some educational areas better than others? Thank you Jeff

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Jeff, thank you for a very important question. A college education is an investment. Before committing time and money, the smart student will do, at [...]

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Do poor English skills mean college under the GI Bill isn't for me?

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I was just discharged from the Marines. My English isn't too good. I grew up in a Spanish speaking family and neighborhood. I think this is hurting my job search and certainly doesn't make me college material so the GI Bill can't help either. Any ideas? Thanks, Jaime.


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Jaime, thank you for your question. With a bit of effort and education, convert what you see as a liability in this weak economy into a strong asset. From your Marine travels, you k [...]

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Top 4 employment areas in hospital administration after using the GI Bill

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My husband just retired from the Army. I am using his GI Bill benefits and the Yellow Ribbon Program to take a few courses online toward a business degree. I am interested in health care from a business, not a provider, perspective. Does it make sense to direct my undergraduate degree toward health care? Thanks, Claudia.


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Thank you, Claudia. My question to you is why not combine both interests into a degree in [...]

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5 steps to becoming a farmer using GI Bill benefits

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I am at a loss. I grew up in very small Midwest town and now I find myself living in a fairly big Northeast city. I had a rough time in Iraq. Now, I'm floating around several jobs and I can't find a fit. Can my GI Bill benefits be used to find something? Roger

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A tough and interesting question, but I do have a suggestion that may appeal to you, Roger. Your GI Bill benefits are not an answer; but rather, a tool to be used for discovery and advancement. A friend [...]

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3 work steps toward becoming a chef or restaurant owner

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This may sound crazy but I want to be a chef. I know it is a long difficult road but I have really gotten into the whole local food thing and cooking. Someday, I want to open a restaurant after I get some experience. Can the Post 9-11 GI Bill help me? David

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David, pursue your passion. You are choosing a challenging but popular career. The Post 9-11 GI Bill may provide assistance. A friend grew up with a family restaurant started nearly 100 years ago; yet, he fe [...]

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Is college worth the investment?

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I'm in the Coast Guard and just returned from Iraq. I was thinking of using my Post 9-11 GI Bill to attend college. My mom and stepfather are telling me that attending college is a waste of time and I should go out and get a job. They tell me that college is expensive and doesn't teach a thing about real life. Are they right? Brian

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Brian, college is for nearly everyone. Your parents present a commonly-heard argument. Sadly, I hear this comment with increasing f [...]

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Public relations? 5 considerations for the military spouse

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My husband just decided to make the Army a career. I'm tired of always being at starting salary even with a degree. I enjoyed working to accomplish things like establishing a new park or a neighborhood watch group. I am faced with finding a portable occupation. Any ideas, and are online schools for military spouses an option? Thanks, Ann.

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Ann, thank you for a question highlighting a constant military family concern. From your comments, online education for mili [...]

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3 facts about the Yellow Ribbon Program

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I am concerned about the Yellow Ribbon Program. Is it true that the program is gutted under legislation revising the Post 9-11 GI Bill and now virtually useless? I planned on enrolling in a private college when I leave the Air Force this spring. Will this ruin my plans? I am worried, Molly.

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Molly, worry not. The Yellow Ribbon Program is alive and well. Near the end of last year, I heard concerns that the Yellow Ribbon Program was negatively affected by legislat [...]

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How can a disabled veteran find a niche?

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I was disabled in an accident while deployed to Iraq. I am financially and medically OK, but I am searching for something to do. I am wheelchair bound and just cannot find a niche. With full post 9-11 GI Bill benefits, I am not ready for college. Do you have any recommendations for someone like me? Omar


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Omar, you are not alone. As military members and veterans, we thrive best with a mission and goals. If you are depressed, please seek help. However [...]

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6 Recommendations For Starting a Veteran-Owned Business

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I am working, but want to start a nutrition and healthy-living training center. To do it right, I'll need certifications and some training. I need help developing a business plan to obtain financing as well as doing the courses for certification and credentialing. Will the Post 9-11 GI Bill help me? David

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David, congratulations. Go for the dream. The quick answer to your question is that the GI Bill may be of assistance for education and certification requireme [...]

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