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Ellsworth Air Force Base

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Education

College/Technical Training

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  • Air Force

    Education Center

    1000 Ellsworth St.

    Rushmore Center, Suite 2500

    Ellsworth AFB, SD 57706

    COMM phone number for Ellsworth Air Force Base Education Center

    605-385-2449

    FAX phone number for Ellsworth Air Force Base Education Center

    605-385-6394

    DSN phone number for Ellsworth Air Force Base Education Center

    312-675-2308

    DSNFAX phone number for Ellsworth Air Force Base Education Center

    312-675-6394

    WEBSITEWebsite: ellsworthfss.com/education-and-training-office/
    Mon-Fri 07:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    MAPMap: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=+1000+Ellsworth+St%2E,+Rushmore+Center,+Suite+2500,+Ellsworth+AFB+SD+57706

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College/Technical Training Overview

If you’ve ever considered taking your education a step further, you should look to your installation for more information and assistance. They can help you decide if receiving an advanced degree is right for you, tell you which local colleges and classes are offered and find out if you’re eligible for tuition assistance. The Voluntary Education Center, or Installation Education Center, is available to help you put together a plan to advance your education.

Military spouses can also choose to engage with an education and career coach through the DoD’s Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program, or SECO.  These coaches can assist them in exploring multiple tools, resources and information to reach their educational goals.  To contact a career coach call 800-342-9647 or visit https://myseco.militaryonesource.mil.

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Adult Education, College & Technical Training

Ellsworth AFB and the surrounding Black Hills community offer robust opportunities for continuing education, professional development, and degree completion.

Ellsworth Education Office

The Education Office is the central hub for active-duty personnel, dependents, and DoW civilians seeking higher education. Please contact the Ellsworth Education Office at 605-385-2312, or email 28edcenter@us.af.mil for more information.  Services include:

  • Educational counseling and degree planning.
  • Administration of testing services (e.g., CLEP, DSST, AFCT).
  • Community College of the Air Force guidance.
  • Information on Military Tuition Assistance and GI Bill benefits.
  • Connections to local universities and distance learning options.

Community & Adult Education

The Career Learning Center of the Black Hills partners with the base to offer community education programs. These classes are open to the public in a non-competitive, informal atmosphere and are supported by varying class fees.

Offerings include:

  • GED preparation courses
  • Adult Literacy programs
  • English as a Second Language
  • Citizenship classes
  • Hobby, skill-building, and personal enrichment courses

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