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Age: 34
Branch: Spouse of Active Duty Air Force
Michael's wife is attending a commissioning program at Maxwell A.F.B to become an officer.
Occupation: Currently a full-time student and full-time dad of 3 children.
Program of Study: BSTM- Criminal Justice-graduating end of Spring B session.
Academic Aspirations: After graduating, Michael will be taking some much needed time off then attending Keller Graduate School of Management starting in the Fall A session, pursing a Master's degree in Network and Communications Management.
Career Aspirations: Michael plans on pursuing a career in Networking and Communications upon graduation from KGSM. Michael is pursing this career path because of the opportunities for a higher paying job within industry and long term job security. |
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When asked about the benefits of attending DeVry Online, Michael stated that he “likes the flexibility the program offers and the well rounded instructors who know the industry.” Michael also likes the fact that most of the classes are e-books which he prefers to traditional textbooks because he likes being able to key word search; thus saving time and book shelf space as well as the reduced cost of e-books.
Michael wanted to thank his advisor, Lydia DeYoung about whom he says, “has been wonderful.” He has nothing but praise for her follow up and accountability when dealing with her students.
Congratulations go out to Michael Greehoe; A dedicated student, a supportive spouse, father of 3 children and an Armed Forces Member! |
Raising a family is enough to tax any military family's budget, but when you factor in the cost of education for a spouse; attending school may seem like a lost dream. All is not lost if you utilize the resources available locally and nationally.
There's no escaping the fact that college costs are rising. According to recently released reports from the College Board, depending on the type of college, students and their families can expect to pay on average 5.9% more in tuition and fee from last year. That translates into between$90 and $1,238 more than last year. But if you do your homework and search for a military-friendly school and research grants and scholarships, you can limit the financial burden that comes with attending college.
DeVry University has kept true to helping the men, women and spouses of service members by maintaining its current tuition rate starting at of $250 per credit hour, for eligible service members and their spouses.
Below you'll find a few helpful tips to assist you in your search for financial aid.
Pell Grants - Even though you may not want to borrow money for school, remember you may qualify for Federal Pell Grants.
Army Spouse Education Assistance Program (EAP)
If you are assigned in Europe, Korea, Japan or Okinawa, Army Emergency Relief offers your spouse a grant to assist with the costs associated with pursuing his or her education, up to a maximum of $350 per term.
Air Force Aid Society (AFAS)
General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program
The centerpiece of the Air Force Aid Society's education initiatives is the General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program which provides grants to selected sons and daughters of active duty, Title 10 AGR/Reserve, Title 32 AGR performing full-time active duty, retired, retired reserve and deceased Air Force members; spouses (stateside) of active duty members and Title 10 AGR/Reservists; and surviving spouses of deceased personnel for their undergraduate studies.
General George S. Brown Spouse Tuition Assistance Program (STAP)
The purpose of the Spouse Tuition Assistance Program (STAP) is to provide partial tuition assistance for spouses of Active Duty airmen or officers, who accompany members to overseas locations and will be attending college programs. The focus of the program is on the completion of degree or certificate programs that provide increased occupational opportunities for spouses.
The program provides tuition Assistance (TA) at a rate of 50% of unmet tuition charge per course, with a maximum of $1,500 per academic year and a term maximum, which is calculated by dividing the annual maximum ($1,500) by the number of terms within the academic year. For purposes of this program, "academic year" is defined as the 12-month period beginning August 1 through July 31 of each year.
Visit the official General George S. Brown Spouse Tuition Assistance Program (STAP) website for details on how to apply.
The Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)
Spouse Tuition Aid Program (STAP)
The Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) offers STAP to your spouse if you are on active duty and stationed in an overseas (OCONUS) location. Your spouse may be a full or part-time student studying toward a vocational certificate, or an undergraduate or graduate degree.
Amounts granted:
- Undergraduate level maximum of $300 each semester and $1500 each year.
- Graduate level maximum of $350 each semester and $1750 each year.
To request an application form and information about deadlines, contact one of the following NMCRS offices: Guam, Guantanamo Bay, London, Naples, Okinawa, Roosevelt Roads, Rota, Sigonella, or Yokosuk.
Visit the official Spouse Tuition Aid Program (STAP) website for more information.
VADM E.P. Travers Scholarship and Loan Program
To apply, you must be the spouse of an active duty member or the dependent child of an active or retired member of the Navy or Marine Corps. You must also be a full time undergraduate student at an accredited college or university.
- 1000 grants are awarded each academic year at $2000 each.
- Applicants are also evaluated for an interest-free student loan of up to $3000.
- The loan repayment begins within 30 days of award and must be repaid by allotment within 24 months.
- Application deadline is 1 March of each year.
- Late applications will not be considered for the scholarship; however they will be evaluated for a loan.
Visit the official VADM E.P. Travers Scholarship and Loan Program website for more details.
Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA)
The Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) offers a Supplemental Education Grant (SEG) of up to $160 per year. You can use this grant for ANY family member's education expenses. However it does not cover tuition expenses. This grant can also be used to pay for ASVAB, CLEP, SAT, and other study guides. CGMA also offers several education related loans.
To apply, contact your local CG Mutual Assistance Representative or Education Officer. Visit the CGMA website to learn more about the programs offered by Coast Guard Mutual Assistance.
Additional Education Assistance: The Coast Guard also offers dependent spouses and Federal Coast Guard employees the opportunity to take CLEP, DANTES, and other tests at no cost.
Visit the Coast Guard website for more information.
VADM EP Travers Scholarship and Loan Program
To apply, you must be the spouse of an active duty member, or the dependent child of an active or retired member of the Navy or Marine Corps. You must be a full time undergraduate student at an accredited college or university.
- 1,000 grants are awarded each academic year at $2000 each.
- Applicants are also evaluated for an interest-free student loan of up to $3000.
- The loan repayment begins within 30 days of award and must be repaid by allotment within 24 months.
- Application deadline is 1 March of each year.
- Late applications will not be considered for the scholarship; however they will be evaluated for a loan.
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