Education and Transition

Everything service members and veterans need to know about getting an education, finding a job, starting a business and transitioning out of the military

Veteran jobless numbers stagnant, but experts say that’s no cause for concern

The jobless rate among younger veterans saw an increase from October to November.

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Student veterans face huge cuts in housing stipends if Congress doesn’t act soon

Emergency authorities which prevented students from seeing their stipends cut in half are set to expire in December.

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Iraq War veteran launches business to employ former soldiers

Iraq War veteran Justin Billard is launching a business that will employ and support his fellow returned soldiers.

Spouses, kids of vets who die from service injuries, guaranteed in-state college tuition rate under new law

The move could affect up to 150,000 family members of deceased veterans.

3 weeks ago

First Lt. Kitty Terry, a nurse from the Hawaii Army National Guard's medical detachment, displays a prepared syringe filled with Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine on Oct. 1, 2021, at the Hawaii Army Readiness Center, Kalaeloa, Hawaii. (1st Lt. Anyah Peatross/Army National Guard)

VA to target military medics for open health care jobs under new bill

The Hire Veteran Health Heroes Act would create a path for departing military health care workers to be employed in VA hosptials.

3 weeks ago

Marketing yourself is the key to post-military career success

Here are some areas that you can start to work on to market yourself for your next chapter.

3 weeks ago

New loan forgiveness program needs veterans to help spread the news to peers, fellow troops

Tens of thousands of individuals in the military community could have student loans erased if they are eligible.

4 weeks ago

Veterans unemployment in October steady as national rate continues to drop

The veterans jobless rate has been under 4.0 percent for three consecutive months.

4 weeks ago

Caring about what veterans care about: The 2021 Best for Vets Employers

Military Times “Best for Vets: Employers” rankings for 2021 are out.

5 weeks ago

National Veterans Small Business Week launched by Small Business Administration

The SBA is highlighting the 1.8 million veteran entrepreneurs in the U.S. economy seeking to let all veterans know about resources available.

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Senior Airman Heather Valenzuela, 96th Medical Group, stands at parade rest as part of an all-female formation prior to the base retreat ceremony March 30, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.

Program focused on women vets health care could become mandatory for transitioning troops

The idea stems from the small numbers of troops who used the Women’s Health Transitioning Training program.

6 weeks ago

Military Veterans in Journalism hosts inaugural convention, showcasing veteran talent

The MVJ 2021 Convention will feature CNN's Jake Tapper as a keynote speaker, and host a series of panels promoting veterans in journalism.

7 weeks ago

Retired Navy Seabee finds new mission cleaning up Pearl Harbor

A former Navy Seabee explains how the service gave him the tools to form a non-profit.

7 weeks ago

DoD killed off Troops to Teachers program that helped thousands. Advocates want to revive it

The 28-year-old transition program was ended eariler this month, but lawmakers may vote to restart it next year.

8 weeks ago

Naval Community College prepares for second influx of sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen

The pilot program allows service members to earn an associate’s degree, with courses starting in January 2022.

8 weeks ago

Veterans unemployment held steady in September as national outlook improved

About 300,000 veterans were looking but unable to find steady employment last month.

8 weeks ago

Feds threaten big fines against for-profits schools that dupe troops, veterans

Federal Trade Commission officials said they have seen an increase in education complaints related to unfair recruiting practices.

2 months ago

Changes to federal loan forgiveness program will benefit thousands of troops, vets and DoD workers

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program waives debts for workers who have 10 years experience in federal or non-profit posts and have been making regular loan payments.

2 months ago

Navy ups tuition assistance credit hour caps, but cuts overall funding and adds new eligibility restrictions

Here's what to know about the Navy's tuition assistance policy update.

2 months ago

Navy College program moving online

The closing of overseas brick-and-mortar sites took effect Friday.

2 months ago

You’re leaving the military. Here are some ways to help figure out what’s next

Here are some ways to think about figuring out your next career.

2 months ago

Military couple turned farmers helps veterans and other entrepreneurs sell their goods

Justin and Tara Brant held the grand opening of Black Swamp Artisanal Market in downtown Dover.

2 months ago

Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan

Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.

2 months ago

Scam targeting GI Bill students nets Texas man 19 years in prison

Ready Retail was raided by the FBI in September 2017.

2 months ago

A GI Bill for Afghan allies

This initiative would be critical to accelerating their integration and maximizing their ultimate contribution to their new country.

3 months ago

Only 29 percent of SOF troops find military transition program ‘helpful’: survey

Retired Army CSM Richard Lamb says a possible solution is to begin transition assistance on day one.

3 months ago

Your military retirement date is looming. Are your finances in order?

Don't wait until the last minute to start financial planning for when put your uniform away for good.

3 months ago

Here’s how the Air Force rates public education services at your base

An Air Force analysis looks at academic performance, school climate and services at school districts serving all 157 installations.

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