Best degree program for enlisted Sailors?

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Earn a degree anyway, even if it is not required for your rating. You can use TA to offset the cost usually unless budget restrictions come in to play. Even earning a general studies degree like an Assiciate of Arts puts you in a good position to complete a higher level degree where you can get more specific like a Bachelos of Science. Higher learning is definitely worth the time and effort. As for the best degree program, that's like 'the best pistol' conversation. You need a degree program that meets your end goal of a particular degree, fits you well, and feels right. Good luck.

Follow your heart. Don't just get a Bachelors in anything, do what intrest you. The money will come, the opportunities you want will come. The most important thing to do is to get that degree though. Don't stop, don't waste time. Time is finite, once it's gone, it's gone. TA pays for it, all you have to do is give up a fraction of your time.

One of the BEST tools that I've found is LinkedIn's University Finder where you can get a data driven decision based on what major/employer and geographic areas you're looking at. Here is the link. Let me know what you think https://www.linkedin.com/edu/university-finder

Some solid advice already in this string. No one knows you as well as you. A written long term plan (meeting your desires and goals) is the best start. You don't want to waste money and effort in a degree that is useless. Even if you stay for 20, you will need it when you get out. Take a good look at the job market and align yourself to be competitive. A Poly-Sci / Intern. Relations degree is great for a commissioned officer with aspirations to be a senior/flag officer in today's world, as well as many government leadership positions. If that's your goal, it's not a bad choice.

Business or Accounting. Either of those will serve you well in your life after the NAVY.

Back when I got my BS degree from UofPhx in '99, the choices for non-traditional programs were few. Today, the choices are endless. Traditional schools have gotten into the game too, which is fantastic because they don't differentiate between online and traditional programs when it comes to the degree. Arizona State, Colorado State, Penn State, and Wisconsin are several schools that offer online programs. One online program that has a great track record is Capella. I have several friends that have graduated from there with Master's degrees. They were all sponsored by DOD/DOE govt entities. Good luck in your search.

Tough to say, train of thought immediately goes to those with a college degree flipping burgers at McDonald's. Perhaps society isn't that bad, but those with a degree searching for a higher paying position is a dime a dozen unless you select an area in high demand. i.e., Physician, Pharmacy Manager, Software Architect, Software Development Manager, Financial Manager, Solutions Architect, Lawyer, and Analytics Manager to name but a few for 2015. Demographics in your area may vary based on industry or population in the region. Good Luck!

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Still enlisted on subs? Commissioned? Private sector cubicle commando? Stateside or abroad? Business world? Government job? They're all valid, honorable pursuits, but only you know what's right for you. Once you have that question answered, develop a plan to get yourself there.

And always be asking yourself "what will I be doing in 10 years?" Next year, ask yourself that same question. And the next year. And the next year.....

I have a Political Science BS from Texas A&M University, earned before I enlisted. A lot of my classmates went to law school, teaching or government jobs. A few went into politics. I became a Houston Police Officer. Being a Fortune 500 CEO is not in my future. It's a broad degree and somewhat marketable in the right fields. Just ask yourself if it is right for you.

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