Why Wait? Start Earning Your Degree Now

Many veterans decide to wait until their commitments to the military are fulfilled before pursuing higher education. The problem with this is that it means veterans have to spend years in college before getting into the professions they're interested in. Plus, even though most education expenses are covered by the GI Bill, veterans who wait until they are back in the states to begin college often have a hard time earning enough to support themselves throughout college. As a result, many veterans end up dropping out.

If you earn your degree while on active duty, you don't have to worry about supporting yourself while taking courses. You don't have to worry about distractions. And thanks to programs like the Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty, you still don't have to worry about the high costs of education. You can finish your degree before your time with the military is up and be ready to move into a high-paying civilian job as soon as you get back home.

The Value of a College Degree

Whether you choose to remain in the military or enter the civilian workforce, a college degree can help you advance faster, get promoted higher, earn more, and give you better opportunities to work in fields that actually interest you. You can earn an associate’s degree to boost your job skills, get a bachelor's to improve your chance of being promoted to an officer, or even reach for a master's degree to truly set yourself apart in your field. Whatever your interests are, a degree can help you get there. Today's job market is more competitive than ever before, so having a college degree as soon as you get home from Canada will give you a major advantage when it comes time to find a job. Give yourself the best shot at a great future by starting down the path toward a degree while on active duty in Canada.

If you are a resident of Armed Forces Canada interested in earning a degree, click here to request more information.