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Financial Aid Simplified: Understanding Your Options as a Veteran Student

Financial Aid Simplified: Understanding Your Options as a Veteran Student

Navigating the financial aid process as a veteran student may seem overwhelming, but with the correct information and resources, it's entirely manageable. Start by assessing your financial situation and exploring the benefits available through the GI Bill®️. Take advantage of opportunities like the Yellow Ribbon Program and institutional scholarships, which can further offset college expenses.

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From Combat to College: Turning Your Military Training into Academic Credits
Claire Wood Claire Wood

From Combat to College: Turning Your Military Training into Academic Credits

Military service is a unique experience that prepares individuals for combat situations and equips them with practical skills and knowledge applicable to civilian opportunities. For many veterans, transitioning from the military to civilian life involves pursuing higher education to enhance their professional prospects.

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Funding Your Future: Top Scholarships for Veteran Students
Benefits, Financial Aid, Student Veterans Claire Wood Benefits, Financial Aid, Student Veterans Claire Wood

Funding Your Future: Top Scholarships for Veteran Students

Veterans returning to civilian life often use the GI Bill®️ to fund their education, but did you know additional scholarships are available to support your academic journey? Beyond the GI Bill®️, various organizations recognize the sacrifices made by our military personnel and offer financial assistance to help them achieve their educational goals.

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Choosing the Right University: A Personalized Approach to Finding Your Fit
Benefits, New Students, Student Veterans Claire Wood Benefits, New Students, Student Veterans Claire Wood

Choosing the Right University: A Personalized Approach to Finding Your Fit

Embarking on the journey to higher education as a student veteran utilizing the GI Bill®️ is a big step. With many options available, selecting the right college is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your academic and personal success. Adopting a personalized approach to finding the college that suits your unique needs and aspirations is essential.

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Choosing a Major with a Military Background: Matching Skills to Graduate Degrees
New Students, Student Veterans Claire Wood New Students, Student Veterans Claire Wood

Choosing a Major with a Military Background: Matching Skills to Graduate Degrees

If you're a military veteran or currently serving in the armed forces, transitioning to civilian life and pursuing higher education is a significant step. One of the most critical decisions when pursuing a graduate degree is selecting the right major. Your military experience has equipped you with unique skills and qualities, and choosing a major that complements and leverages them is essential.

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Summer Term: To Continue or To Take a Break?

Summer Term: To Continue or To Take a Break?

During the summer months, it might feel like you're approaching a crossroads – as it does for many student veterans. Do you continue your classes and maintain your scholarly momentum or need a break from classes and assignments? For this test, there is no wrong answer. However, there are three significant considerations to remember when determining if taking courses during the summer term is right for you.

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Student Steps to Success: Getting Started 

Student Steps to Success: Getting Started 

Whether you are just in the information-gathering or consideration stages of beginning or restarting your education or confidently approaching the starting line, there are a few factors to keep in mind. To be successful, these five steps are crucial.

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The Misogi Challenge and the Military: Why a Hero's Journey to Graduation Matters

The Misogi Challenge and the Military: Why a Hero's Journey to Graduation Matters

At its core, misogi is about transformation. It is about relinquishing old habits and limiting beliefs and embracing a new, more powerful version of yourself. Through pushing their physical, mental, and spiritual limits, participants discover a reservoir of strength and resilience that they never knew existed. By gaining newfound confidence and courage, misogi offers an opportunity to be better equipped to handle the many difficulties and obstacles that life throws you.

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