Get Support Now:

Unable to connect locally? Contact Military OneSource via secure live chat or call 800-342-9647.

Show More
  1. Home
  2. Joint Base Charleston
Joint Base Charleston

Topic

Education

College/Technical Training

In this Section:

EducationLocal SchoolsOverseas SchoolsCollege/Technical Training

Main Contact Info

Showing 1 - 1 OF 1

  • Air Force

    Education Center - Air Force

    101 W. Hill Boulevard

    Building 221

    Joint Base Charleston, SC 29404

    COMM phone number for Joint Base Charleston Education Center - Air Force

    843-963-4575

    FAX phone number for Joint Base Charleston Education Center - Air Force

    843-963-4577

    DSN phone number for Joint Base Charleston Education Center - Air Force

    312-673-4575

    DSNFAX phone number for Joint Base Charleston Education Center - Air Force

    312-673-4577

    Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sat/Sun/Holidays - closed
    MAPMap: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=+101+W%2E+Hill+Boulevard,+Building+221,+Joint+Base+Charleston+SC+29404

All Contacts

Contact information for key programs and services at this installation.

View all contacts.

Content Intro

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.

Subtopics

The focal point for all adult education programs on JB Charleston (AB) is the Base Education and Training Center 843-963-4575. The Education and Training Center offers a wide range of educational services and programs to help people fulfill their educational goals. Education counselors are available to help both service and family members with their educational goals and explain procedures on use of benefits and starting programs. Many sources of financial aid, including the Pell Grant, are available for service and family members.

DANTES Exams, CLEP Exams, & Exam proctoring may be scheduled by contacting 843-952-7131

There is one university that offer programs on base and is located within the Education and Training Center. For more information contact the Base Education and Training Center or the Colleges/Universities listed on the chart below.

UniversityDegree Type(s) Offered   Cost per Credit HourContact Number
Park University   Bachelors

$250-$350 / $408-$577

Civ- $400 / $560

   843-552-8301

Tuition Assistance

There are various state and federal financial assistance programs, grants and scholarship opportunities available for family members of Active Duty/Veterans, information available at the Military & Family Readiness office 843-963-8883.   Click here to complete the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid online. 

SC Lottery Tuition Assistance Program

  • Must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  • Not based on need
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident that meets the definition of an eligible non-citizen under State residency statutes
  • Must be a South Carolina resident. NOTE: MILITARY MEMBERS and their dependents are eligible for in state tuition. A copy of the military member's orders assigning him/her to the Charleston area must be provided to the admissions office with the admissions application.
  • Must be enrolled in an eligible program of study
  • Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
  • Must be making satisfactory academic progress
  • Must not be in default on a student loan
  • Must not owe a refund/repayment on a state or federal grant
  • Must not be a recipient of the HOPE, LIFE or Palmetto Fellows Scholarships
  • Lottery Tuition Assistance amount is subject to change each semester.

Universities Local to JB Charleston

  • Charleston Southern University 843-863-8063
  • The Citadel 843-225-3294
  • University of South Carolina 803-777-0169​​​​​​
  • College of Charleston 843-805-5507
  • Limestone College 843-745-1100
  • Medical University of South Carolina 843-792-2300
  • Strayer University 843-746-5400
  • Trident Technical College 843-574-6277
  • Virginia College 843- 614-4300
  • Webster University 843-767-2278
  • Park University 843-552-8301

Voluntary Education Contacts

Voluntary Education Contacts Contact information for the Department of Defense service-specific voluntary education programs is provided to assist service members in contacting their respective education professionals who can provide additional information and education support.

Navy College Programs 757-492-4684 

Air Force Education Programs 800-262-9140

For additional Voluntary Education Program Contacts please visit https://www.militaryonesource.mil/education-employment/for-service-members/voluntary-education-contacts/

College/Technical Training Associated Links

GI Bill
Details on benefits for service members.
Military State Policy Source
Seeks to engage and educate state policymakers, not-for-profit associations, concerned business interests, and other state leaders about the needs of military members and their families.