College/Technical Training

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; Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University, ECPI University of Technology, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, University of Maryland University, and Tidewater Community College. Many visiting college representatives are also available for program information. For questions or information on resources for adult continuing education Text: 877-838-1659 and live chat with a Navy College Education Counselor.  Navy College Virtual Education Center, NCVEC 833-330-6622 (MNCC) select option 3 “Education & Training”, then option 1 for “Navy TA & Counseling” to reach a Navy College Counselor. https://www.navycollege.navy.mil/

Tuition Assistance (TA) is the Navy's educational financial assistance program. It provides active duty personnel funding for tuition costs for courses taken in an off-duty status at a regionally, nationally or accredited college, university, or vocational/technical institution recognized by the Department of Education. Minimum of two years on Active Duty prior to using TA. Navy TA pays for both classroom and independent study/distance learning courses, regardless of course length.

Tuition assistance is paid directly to the school you are attending. However, if you receive a failing grade (D or lower for undergraduate and C or lower for graduate) you must reimburse your TA/NCPACE funds for that course.

Navy Tuition Assistance pays up-front the tuition and fees charged by educational institutions of course enrollment. It is no longer necessary for Navy students to pay tuition and show successful completion before they are reimbursed. Navy TA pays 100% of tuition cost for courses applicable to the completion of a high school diploma or equivalency certificate. For other education levels, speak to your command.

Payment for tuition and fees will not exceed the following caps:

• $250.00 per semester hour
• $166.67 per quarter hour
• $16.67 per clock hour

  As of Feb 2021, in accordance with ALNAV 004/21

  • TA and NCPACE will be limited to a fiscal year cap of 18 semester hours, 27 quarter hours, or 270 clock hours (or combination). The fiscal year cap applies to both TA and NCPACE combined.
  • TA and NCPACE will be limited to a lifetime cap of 120 semester hours, 180 quarter hours, 1800 clock hours (or combination). The lifetime credit cap applies to both TA and NCPACE combined.

TA/NCPACE Waivers- There are two types of waivers, Involuntary Withdrawal (W) Reimbursement Waivers or TA/NCPACE Policy Waivers. Waivers may be granted for specific situations.

The Navy College Program (NCP) 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. The Navy College Program assists Active Duty Sailors, Retirees, and Dependents. The NCP services include: educational counseling, apprenticeship opportunities, distance learning, referrals to colleges providing 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.

Veterans' Affairs (VA)

Educational assistance is available for eligible veterans and active-duty personnel to attend school primarily through the Post-Vietnam Era Veterans' Educational Assistance (VEAP), Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB), and Post 9/11 GI Bill. The VA office can be reached at 800-827-1000/888-442-4551, www.va.gov

For More detailed information, contact your local Navy College Office, the VA office at the college or university you are attending. The Navy College Office provides a wide range of counseling services to assist sailors with their educational plan 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.

Virtual Education Center (VEC)

 Sailors have access to information through the Navy College Program (NCP) website, https://www.navycollege.navy.mil, available 0700-1900, Monday through Friday. The VEC can be reached at their toll free number at 877-838-1659. The Virtual Education Center processes all WebTA requests, updates official JST transcripts, and provides counseling via phone and email.

The Navy College Office and find out how to:

• Complete a high school diploma
• Work on a technical or occupational certificate
• Improve your academic skills in reading, math and English
• Earn a college degree
• Testing: CLEP, DSST, SAT/ACT