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Contact information for key programs and services at this installation.
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.
Several colleges offer classes that will fit into your schedule such as 8 - 10 week semesters and weekend programs. Contact the school of your choice for current class schedules and registration information or call the Navy College Office for more detailed list of colleges. Examples of some of the colleges offering classes on the local installations are:
Saint Leo University
Programs include:
For more information, call 1-877-838-1659
Troy State University
For more information, call 334-670-3179
Old Dominion University (ODU)
Please contact the Navy College Office for questions or information on resources for adult continuing education at 757-492-4684 or www.navycollege.navy.mil
The Navy College Program provides opportunities to Sailors to earn college degrees by providing academic credit for Navy training, work experience, and off-duty education. The Navy College Program integrates all components of Voluntary Education. While the NCP is primarily geared toward enlisted Sailors some NCP components are also available to officers. The NCP services include: educational counseling, apprenticeship opportunities, distance learning, college credit by examination/experience, tuition assistance and much more.
Navy College Program serves the needs of our mobile Sailors. They provide uncomplicated access to information along the path to a degree including transferability of college credit and access to education regardless of the Sailor's location or duty station. Participation is voluntary. Sailors participate at their own pace when they are ready.
The Navy College Program can be reached at: 757-492-4684 or toll free at: 877-838-1659.
Tuition Assistance - Active Duty
Tuition Assistance is the Navy's educational financial assistance program. It provides active duty Sailors funding for tuition costs for courses taken in an off-duty status at a college, university, or vocational/technical institution, whose regional or national accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education.
Navy TA pays for both classroom and independent study/distance learning courses. Associate, bachelor's, and master's-level courses must be offered in semester hours or quarter hours (NAVADMIN 105/10). Certificate programs must be offered in clock hours and be approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs, (NAVADMIN305/12). Credit earned must be documented on the institution's transcript.
Payment for tuition and fees will not exceed the following caps:
Veterans' Affairs Educational Assistance
VA provides education and training opportunities for certain Veterans’ spouses, dependents, and survivors through various programs to help cover the cost of tuition, housing, books, and supplies. Education benefits may be used toward a traditional degree, non-college degree, on-the-job training, apprenticeships, and more.
The Navy College Office provides a wide range of educational programs and services to meet all needs from basic academic skills enhancement to post-graduate programs. The cross-section of educational opportunities offers all personnel the opportunity to recognize and achieve their higher potential. For more information, please contact: 757-492-4684 or toll free: 877-838-1659.