What college is good for an active duty Soldier?

2017-02-02T02:18:41-05:00

I am currently active duty and interested in getting started back up. I have done one course with UMUC but would like some input on which college gives a good amount of credits for military education, has flexibility to work with an active duty infantryman, and most importantly is a credible and reputable school. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Response by TSgt Joe C. made Feb 2 at 2017 4:00 AM

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http://start.amu.apus.edu/degrees/overview?gclid=CI_64pKG8dECFRObvQodyoIMQw

General Degree | American Military University

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Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 2 at 2017 6:43 AM

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Troy University has been serving Soldiers all over the world since before online schooling existed. They have a solid reputation beyond the military and offer flexible programs. I did my undergraduate degree through them and my brother has done an online degree through them while serving. They have offices at most education centers on post.

Response by Maj William W. 'Bill' Price made Feb 2 at 2017 8:11 AM

2017-02-02T08:11:21-05:00

If you haven't found it already, SSG Private RallyPoint Member, here is an online resource that might help you:

http://www.guidetoonlineschools.com/online-schools/military-friendly

It includes reference links to UMUC, AMU (mentioned by TSgt Joe C.), and Troy (mentioned by CPT Private RallyPoint Member). I thought the "military culture" ranking was especially helpful. Good luck with your future studies.

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Response by CPT Mark Gonzalez made Feb 2 at 2017 10:00 AM

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Reputable is relative and applies to the specific career field. Go with a big name state school or Ivy League if you want reputable. Otherwise, look for the rankings on what you specifically want to do. Based on your goals the bachelors is only an entry level degree and you want it done rapidly so that you can gain entry to a reputable college for your graduate work.

Response by CPT Mark Gonzalez made Feb 2 at 2017 10:01 AM

2017-02-02T10:01:04-05:00

Reputable is relative and applies to the specific career field. Go with a big name state school or Ivy League if you want overall reputable. Otherwise, look for the rankings on what you specifically want to do. Based on your goals the bachelors is only an entry level degree and won't be enough so you want it done rapidly to allow you to pivot and gain entry to a reputable college for your graduate work.

Response by SSG Derrick L. Lewis MBA, C-HRM made Feb 2 at 2017 10:04 AM

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Response by SSG Derrick L. Lewis MBA, C-HRM made Feb 2 at 2017 10:05 AM

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Response by SSG Derrick L. Lewis MBA, C-HRM made Feb 2 at 2017 10:06 AM

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Response by Lt Col Jim Coe made Feb 2 at 2017 10:46 AM

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I'm not sure where you are in your post-secondary education, but I'll recommend Webster University, Webster Groves, MO. I have two Masters Degrees from Webster. They gave me graduate credit for my officer PME courses and accepted credits I had earned at Mississippi State. They also offer undergraduate degrees. They do have overseas offices. Recommend you check them out. http://www.webster.edu

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Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 3 at 2017 1:01 PM

2017-02-03T13:01:44-05:00

Based on my personal experience, I would say stick with UMUC. I earned both my AA and BS with them. They are pretty flexible and supportive of the combat arms. I was a combat engineer at the time, and had no issues with professors extending deadlines. UMUC evaluated my NCOERs and gave credit, also accepted my DLPT for Spanish and Portuguese as credits. I did not pursue my Master's degree with them because they don't offer what I want to study. If you can, take face to face classes. Is much better. Last, stick to the classes, the Army is not eternal and one day you might need that education for a good job in the civilian world.

Response by MAJ David Brand made Feb 3 at 2017 7:06 PM

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Give FTCC - Fayetteville Technical Community College a look. Max credit for military training, a school that cares about you and the best route to a bachelors degree. Contact Kristina Noriega at [login to see] and she will show you the best way to get the most value for your military training in your quest to get a bachelors degree! Good luck with it! Dave

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 6 at 2017 2:19 PM

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UNLV ALUM here. They did a decent job with online schooling for me. Attempting to get my Masters here as well. You could also try for ERAU depending on the Major or Masters Program. You should be able to utilize ERAU (the satellite program).

Response by CPT Jacob Swartout made Feb 11 at 2017 1:31 PM

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You can always just go to the education center to discuss what college options may work best for you. It just depends on what you want to focus your studies on and then you can decide what will give you the accreditation you will need for a college degree. There are a lot of posts on here that give out good points so do take those in great consideration for names of colleges to choose from. Best of luck and pound the books! You will earn your degree through hard studying and dedication.