Yes. In addition to the financial aid and scholarships available to all students, several universities offer scholarships specifically for any severely injured service member and/or their family members. Installation service providers can contact the education institution to which a severely injured service member is applying to determine whether special scholarships or financial aid are available. Service providers can also find a non-exhaustive list of scholarships for severely injured service members in the Management Resources and Materials section of Voluntary Education.

Yes. In addition to the financial aid and scholarships available to all students, several universities offer scholarships specifically for any severely injured service member and/or their family members. Installation service providers can contact the education institution to which a severely injured service member is applying to determine whether special scholarships or financial aid are available. Service providers can also find a non-exhaustive list of scholarships for severely injured service members in the Management Resources and Materials section of Voluntary Education.

On October 30, 2000, the President signed into law an amendment to the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty permitting the Department of Veterans Affairs to pay a TA top-up benefit. The amount of the benefit can be equal to the difference between the total cost of a college course and the amount of TA that is paid by the military for the course.

On October 30, 2000, the President signed into law an amendment to the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty permitting the Department of Veterans Affairs to pay a TA top-up benefit. The amount of the benefit can be equal to the difference between the total cost of a college course and the amount of TA that is paid by the military for the course.

Yes. The Services and their associated relief organizations offer military spouses TA, loans, and grants provided they meet the eligibility requirements.  Tuition assistance ranges from $400 to $2,000 per year, depending on the location and the branch of Service. Each branch of Service has its own criteria for eligibility, obligated service, application processes, and restrictions.  Although TA is designed to cover 100 percent of the cost of tuition and any additional fees (i.e., enrollment fees, lab fees, computer fees, etc.), there is a maximum amount per credit hour and semester that is reimbursable under TA.  National Guard and Reserve members activated under Title 10 are eligible for active duty TA programs as well.

Some of the branches of Service offer TA programs to National Guard and Reserve members when they are not activated under Title 10. In addition to active duty TA, National Guard and Reserve members may be eligible for federally-funded TA and/or state-funded education incentives based on state guidelines and eligibility. For more information on the individual Service criteria, current TA rates, and National Guard and Reserve member eligibility for TA programs, please contact the local Education Office.

Yes. The Services and their associated relief organizations offer military spouses TA, loans, and grants provided they meet the eligibility requirements.  Tuition assistance ranges from $400 to $2,000 per year, depending on the location and the branch of Service. Each branch of Service has its own criteria for eligibility, obligated service, application processes, and restrictions.  Although TA is designed to cover 100 percent of the cost of tuition and any additional fees (i.e., enrollment fees, lab fees, computer fees, etc.), there is a maximum amount per credit hour and semester that is reimbursable under TA.  National Guard and Reserve members activated under Title 10 are eligible for active duty TA programs as well.

Some of the branches of Service offer TA programs to National Guard and Reserve members when they are not activated under Title 10. In addition to active duty TA, National Guard and Reserve members may be eligible for federally-funded TA and/or state-funded education incentives based on state guidelines and eligibility. For more information on the individual Service criteria, current TA rates, and National Guard and Reserve member eligibility for TA programs, please contact the local Education Office.

Each state has different eligibility requirements for in-state tuition for service members and their families. The Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) provides an information sheet on state tuition policies for service members and their families.

Each state has different eligibility requirements for in-state tuition for service members and their families. The Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) provides an information sheet on state tuition policies for service members and their families.

All service members and adult family members are eligible to participate in courses offered through SOC institutions.  For a listing of institutions included in the SOC network and for information on courses offered through the SOC network, visit the SOC website or contact the local Education Office.

All service members and adult family members are eligible to participate in courses offered through SOC institutions.  For a listing of institutions included in the SOC network and for information on courses offered through the SOC network, visit the SOC website or contact the local Education Office.

The Army/American Council on Education Registry Transcript System (AARTS), Sailor/Marine/American Council on Education Registry Transcript System (SMART), Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), or United States Coast Guard (USCG) Institute transcripts are free to service members and provide the following information:

• service member's name and social security number
• current or highest enlisted rank
• military status (active or inactive)
• additional skill identifiers (ASI) and skill qualification identifiers (SQI)
• formal military courses
• military occupational specialties (MOS)
• standardized test scores
• descriptions and credit recommendations developed by the American Council of Education (ACE)

Military transcripts are recognized by more than 2,300 colleges and universities and can help service members by:

• saving time and money: aervice members can earn academic credit from institutions saving tuition dollars and classroom time
• providing a description of military schooling and work history in civilian language
• serving as a counseling tool for academic and career counselors who are advising active duty members and veterans
• serving as an aid in preparing resumes and explaining work experience to civilian employers

The Army/American Council on Education Registry Transcript System (AARTS), Sailor/Marine/American Council on Education Registry Transcript System (SMART), Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), or United States Coast Guard (USCG) Institute transcripts are free to service members and provide the following information:

• service member's name and social security number
• current or highest enlisted rank
• military status (active or inactive)
• additional skill identifiers (ASI) and skill qualification identifiers (SQI)
• formal military courses
• military occupational specialties (MOS)
• standardized test scores
• descriptions and credit recommendations developed by the American Council of Education (ACE)

Military transcripts are recognized by more than 2,300 colleges and universities and can help service members by:

• saving time and money: aervice members can earn academic credit from institutions saving tuition dollars and classroom time
• providing a description of military schooling and work history in civilian language
• serving as a counseling tool for academic and career counselors who are advising active duty members and veterans
• serving as an aid in preparing resumes and explaining work experience to civilian employers

Through the Military OneSource Spouse Education and Career Program (MOS SEACP), military spouses can access trained education and career advisors to assist them with the CAA application process and other career and education issues.

Between the hours of 8:00am to 8:00pm ET Monday-Friday, if a spouse calls MOS for specific information about the CAA program, or if a consultant determines during a case that the spouse is eligible and will benefit from the CAA benefit or other career or education support, the caller will be transferred to as MOS specialty consultant. Callers may receive additional eligibility screening, information on the program, research support, referrals to their Education Service Officer for the CAA application process, and follow-up on their status.

In addition to help with the CAA application process, spouses may receive additional support including:

• education and career goal identification and evaluation
• aptitude test planning
• identification of portable career fields
• research on projected salaries/compensation for various careers
• education resources and associated costs
• career credentialing and licensing information (including state requirements)
• specialized training or education requirements for various careers

More details can be found on the Military OneSource Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts webpage.

Through the Military OneSource Spouse Education and Career Program (MOS SEACP), military spouses can access trained education and career advisors to assist them with the CAA application process and other career and education issues.

Between the hours of 8:00am to 8:00pm ET Monday-Friday, if a spouse calls MOS for specific information about the CAA program, or if a consultant determines during a case that the spouse is eligible and will benefit from the CAA benefit or other career or education support, the caller will be transferred to as MOS specialty consultant. Callers may receive additional eligibility screening, information on the program, research support, referrals to their Education Service Officer for the CAA application process, and follow-up on their status.

In addition to help with the CAA application process, spouses may receive additional support including:

• education and career goal identification and evaluation
• aptitude test planning
• identification of portable career fields
• research on projected salaries/compensation for various careers
• education resources and associated costs
• career credentialing and licensing information (including state requirements)
• specialized training or education requirements for various careers

More details can be found on the Military OneSource Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts webpage.

Military OneSource provides a comprehensive service to assist with virtually any quality of life question or concern. Military OneSource can provide information on identifying education options, continuing education topics, adjusting to college life, applying to college, distance learning programs, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Additionally, as Military OneSource can be accessed anywhere in the world via telephone, email or online, service providers can use this resource to help provide assistance to service members and their families when they are not physically located near a military installation. Military OneSource has also recently implemented the Spouse Education and Career Program, providing military spouses with access to trained education and career advisors to assist them with the Career Advancement Account (CAA) application process and other career and education issues. Service providers and their clients can reach Military OneSource by phone at Stateside 1-800-342-9647. The Military OneSource website lists specific dialing information for other countries.

Military OneSource provides a comprehensive service to assist with virtually any quality of life question or concern. Military OneSource can provide information on identifying education options, continuing education topics, adjusting to college life, applying to college, distance learning programs, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Additionally, as Military OneSource can be accessed anywhere in the world via telephone, email or online, service providers can use this resource to help provide assistance to service members and their families when they are not physically located near a military installation. Military OneSource has also recently implemented the Spouse Education and Career Program, providing military spouses with access to trained education and career advisors to assist them with the Career Advancement Account (CAA) application process and other career and education issues. Service providers and their clients can reach Military OneSource by phone at Stateside 1-800-342-9647. The Military OneSource website lists specific dialing information for other countries.

MilitaryHOMEFRONT can provide installation service providers with up-to-date links to policy and legislation concerning the voluntary education program, updates and news concerning the program, and with a wealth of resources that can help service providers to offer their clients comprehensive information and support.

MilitaryHOMEFRONT can provide installation service providers with up-to-date links to policy and legislation concerning the voluntary education program, updates and news concerning the program, and with a wealth of resources that can help service providers to offer their clients comprehensive information and support.