EDUCATION RESOURCES
SENTINELS OF FREEDOM
Sentinels of Freedom is a national nonprofit organization that helps severely wounded post-9/11 veterans complete their higher education. Veterans receive comprehensive personal support and financial assistance to achieve success in their post-military careers.
EMORY: GOIZUETA
Emory’s Goizueta Business School’s innovative curriculum elevates the skills you've honed during your military career with a combination of intensive case study and practical application. With a Goizueta MBA, you're prepared to influence the future of your branch, as well as your team.
They have been ranked as a GI Jobs Military Friendly Institution for three consecutive years and are part of the Military Consortium through GMAC.
EMBA AT THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FISHER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Fisher's nationally ranked, veteran-friendly Executive MBA program is for professionals seeking to grow as well-rounded principled leaders equipped with a versatile skill set to make high-level strategic decisions. They’ve evolved their program to consist of three integrated components: academic curriculum, experiential learning and executive coaching. These elements provide a comprehensive and wholistic experience, all while providing minimal disruption to your busy life.
THE POSSE VETERANS PROGRAM
The Posse Veterans Program identifies, trains, and supports veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces interested in pursuing bachelor’s degrees at top colleges and universities.
Those accepted into the program attend college as part of a team of veterans—a Veterans Posse. Participants receive training prior to matriculating on campus and mentoring once enrolled. In addition, Posse partner colleges provide veterans in the program with supplemental funding to cover the full cost of tuition.
Posse Veterans Program partners include Case Western Reserve University, the University of Virginia, Vassar College, and Wesleyan University. If you are interested in talking to a Ranger Buddy that has benefitted from the program you can contact Travis Walker at travis.allan.walker@gmail.com.
ACT NOW EDUCATION
ACT Now Education provides guidance and the tools necessary to make your goals a reality, whether in career planning, business development, job opportunities, certifications, apprenticeship, or transitioning/retiring from the Military. We will point you in the right direction. Click here for more information!
SERVICE TO SCHOOL
Service to School (S2S) helps veterans gain admission to the best college for them while empowering each veteran to make informed decisions about their education. S2S pairs veterans with mentors, called Ambassadors, to work together on areas of the college or graduate school application. These include reviewing transcripts, editing and reviewing essays and personal statements, preparing for school interviews, helping with networking opportunities, direct connection with Admissions Officers and much more.
WARRIOR-SCHOLAR PROJECT
Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) partners with top colleges and universities across the United States to host immersive one and two week college-preparatory training programs for enlisted Veterans and service members. Under the direct guidance of professors and professional tutors, groups of Veterans and service members from a variety of backgrounds hone academic skills through exposure to university-level curriculum across three disciplines- Humanities, STEM and Business. Participants emerge from this transformative experience prepared to excel in higher education and with access to an invaluable network of high-achieving Veterans across academia.
THE UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND PERFORMANCE
FITNESS OPERATIVE CORNERSTONE COURSE
University of Health & Performance (UHP) is the first integrated university of its kind. Students at UHP are led by experts in sports psychology, strength and conditioning, mental health, and leadership. Their graduates leave prepared to lead purposeful lives in and outside of the field of human performance. Not only certified as accredited health and fitness coaches, but as qualified leaders in their communities.
Who: Ranger/SOF Veterans Desiring to Enter the Gym Ownership/Trainer Space
What: 3 Week Purpose Course with NETA Physical Trainer Certification
Where: University of Health and Performance at Camp Fit Ops: Bentonville, AR
Why: Build your purpose blueprint to clarify who you are and where you want to go, along with a Nationally accredited certification in personal training.
Next Steps: Apply at www.university-hp.com and pass all information to Mike Hall for follow up with Raye Perez.
*Note: This offer is at no cost to the veteran with first come, first serve for scholarship opportunities.
THE CATALYST PROGRAM
The Catalyst Program is a hybrid higher education and transition program designed for degree completion and job placement.
The program combines civilian recruiting with in-class undergraduate and graduate education, mentoring, networking, and on-the-job shadowing to assist in the military-to-civilian transition. Catalyst has an MBA option through SMU and two undergrad options via Indiana and Indiana Weslyn. Click here for more information!
ARMY RANGER
LEAD THE WAY FUND
Army Ranger Lead The Way Fund’s Collegiate Access Program (CAP) and Graduate Access Program (GAP) provide transitioning Rangers interested in advanced education with valuable resources to help them fill those financial gaps that they suffer from.
LTWF works hand in hand with the Education counselors at each battalion to ensure these Rangers the best support possible. Click here for more information!
SMART WITH A HEART
Smart with a Heart provides graduate record examination (GRE) prep on your schedule. Plus, free help when you need it!
Direct mentorship from an instructor is often the difference between success and failure, and we are proud to be the only test prep service that offers personalized support of this kind - in a program specifically designed for military veterans. Click here to learn more!
SPECIAL OPERATORS TRANSITION FOUNDATION
The Special Operators Transition Foundation, (SOTF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides Special Operations Forces (SOF) veterans curated assistance to transition them from their military service to their next successful career.
MILITARY ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION
Military Assistance Foundation (MAF) is a veteran non-profit that assists veterans and active duty service members with their educational pursuits. They advise and help with the journey to gain admissions to top-tier universities. These services extend to both undergrad and graduate school.
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR VETERAN TRANSITION AND INTEGRATION
Columbia University launched the Center for Veteran Transition and Integration to have a direct and lasting impact on the issue of veteran transition and upward mobility by creating and providing access to the best-in-class tools and programming veterans need as they transition from active service to college and the workforce.
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY: PAT TILLMAN VETERANS CENTER
The Pat Tillman Veterans Center at Arizona State University wants to help you find success. If you want to be a part of the solution and drive towards positive outcomes, they’ll be there with you every step of the way. This starts from your interest in attending ASU all the way through graduation and beyond.
The legacy of Pat Tillman and what he was committed to is important to them. That's why they do what they do to support you and other military connected and student veterans.
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