College/Technical Training

Residency Requirements for In-State Tuition

Active duty military personnel are charged in-state tuition at Virginia State supported schools if using military Tuition Assistance (TA).  Family members are not eligible for TA and normally must pay out-of-state tuition unless they have established residency in Virginia. Private schools charge one rate. Personnel using GI Bill® benefits will pay out of state charges at Virginia State supported schools unless they are Virginia residents. The one year waiting period to establish residency may be waived for active duty members who choose to pay Virginia income tax. To initiate payment of Virginia income tax, members should contact the dispersing office maintaining their pay record and complete a DD 2058 in duplicate. For additional information on qualifying for in-state tuition contact the school's admissions office.

Langley Education Center, 450 Weyland Ave, 757-764-2962/3, 633fss.fsde.eo@us.af.mil

Langley Education Center is the focal point for all adult education programs at Langley. Available on-base degree programs range from Associate through Masters. The Hampton Roads area includes many schools providing a wide array of programs from professional licensure and certificate through doctorate degrees. Professional guidance counselors are available for active duty, reservists and dependents on a walk-in or appointment basis. Complete testing facilities are available, to include CLEP, DANTES, Career Development Courses, Defense Language Proficiency Exams, Oral Proficiency Interview, Defense Language Aptitude Battery, and other specialized tests. Information pertaining to financial aid is available to all personnel and tuition assistance is authorized for active duty personnel paying 100% up to $250/sh and $4,500 year. Counselors can also provide basic information on commissioning opportunities, Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), career planning, interest inventories, and educational opportunities at local and distant learning schools.

The following colleges/universities have their administrative offices located in the Education Center and provide classes on base:

University of Maryland Global College (UMGC) provides programs leading to Baccalaureate Degrees in Cybersecurity, Networks, Software Development, and Computer Science.  UMGC also provides general education courses used to complete courses required for Community College of the AF degrees as well as those needed for most school’s Associate or Bachelors degree programs. They can be reached at 757-231-5584, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University provides programs leading to Associate and Baccalaureate Degrees in Aviation. They can be reached at 757-325-6272, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

DOD SkillBridge Program

The DOD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Airmen to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service.  SkillBridge connects Airmen with industry partners in real-world job experiences.  Eligible Airmen can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander provides written authorization and approval.  The program begins by contacting your education counselor – contact the Education Center at 757-764-2962/3 for assistance.

Fort Eustis Army Education Center, 1500 Madison Avenue, 757-878-2083

The Army Education Center's mission is to vigorously promote lifelong learning, readiness and resilience through flexible and relevant education programs, services and systems in support of the Total Army Family. Our guiding principles include the idea that lifelong learning is for everyone. We believe that education enhances the quality of life and mission readiness, and is an integral part of the Army culture.

Individuals seeking education counseling, tuition assistance, in/out-processing, basic skills education, Army Personnel Testing or a variety of additional education programs and services are encouraged to call: 757-878-2083 or send an e-mail to: usarmy.jble.asa.mbx.edcenter@army.mil for more information.

College Programs.  College courses may be taken in the classroom, through distance learning, online or hybrid.  There are various colleges within a 35 mile radius of Joint Base Langley-Eustis.      

Colleges offering classes on post are:

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Phone: 386-281-4934, E-mail: forteustis@erau.edu

Virginia Peninsula Community College, Phone: 757-825-3442, E-mail: mvs@vpcc.edu

Testing Center

The Army Testing Center provides Army Personnel Testing (APT). Testing is done on an appointment basis and can be scheduled over the phone or in person.  Some test are scheduled regularly on specific dates. Army personnel tests available are: TABE-The Adult Basic Education test, SIFT-Selection Instrument for Flight Training, AFCT-Armed Forces Classification Test, DLAB-Defense Language Aptitude Battery, DLPT-Defense Language Proficiency Test (call for current language options), and OPI-Oral proficiency Interview. Please call: 757-878-2083 or send an e-mail to: usarmy.jble.asa.mbx.edcenter@army.mil for more information.

If interested in taking CLEP or DSST exams, please contact Nan Bartholomew: nanette.bartholomew@umgc.edu or call 202-306-7686 for more information.

Army Career Skills Program

Career Skills Programs (CSPs) offer employment skills training opportunities for Soldiers preparing to transition (within 180 days of ETS) from military to civilian employment. CSPs are vocational and technical training programs that focus on the practical application of learned skills, and can lead to employment in a specific career or technical trade. The 5 types of CSPs are; Credentialing, Apprenticeships, Internships, On-the-Job Training (OJT) and Job Shadowing. Please call 757-878-1542 or send e-mail to: 733MSG.FSG.TAP@us.af.mil  for more information.

Managing Your Education (MYE) Track

All Transitioning Soldiers and Family members within 24 months of separating from the military and who are planning to attend college or trade school upon departing from military service are highly encouraged to attend the virtual two-day track “Managing Your Education”. The course covers valuable detailed information regarding career and degree choices, college selection factors, understanding all funding options and the college admission process. Please call 757-878-5168 or send email to: 733MSG.FSG.TAP@us.af.milfor more information.

Special Instructions and Operation Hours 

As of November 2023, the Groninger Library is temporarily closed.  Groninger Library is getting a much-needed makeover. Unfortunately, this requires the library to close for a time. Follow the library on Facebook (@groningerlibrary) for updates and information on our grand reopening.

For online access to the Department of Defense libraries, visit Department of Defense MWR Library and follow the instructions for gaining a virtual library card.