DANTES4MILITARY BLOG

The DANTES4Military blog is written for you, the military student. On a regular basis, DANTES posts blog articles highlighting anything from new DoD education programs to other DoD and Service education resources. The student blog is a tool encompassing a wide variety of information that touches on all areas of post-secondary education, in order to help you achieve your education and career goals.

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Get College Credit for your Military Training

Any academic institution should be able to look at your military experience and apply it to meet the degree requirements for your academic area of study. Piece of cake, right? In a perfect world, the answer would be yes... Read More

DANTES Delivers Education Mobile Testing Prototype to Deployed Service Members

A Defense Department voluntary education team provided a 6-day college credit-by-exam testing opportunity. Read More

7 Ways to Focus on Your Future Career

Kuder Journey helps military students develop a college and career plan Read More

Active duty? Want to teach?

DANTES pays for the Praxis Read More

Can Getting College Credit Really be Easy?

DANTES Credit-by-Exam program makes getting college credit quick & easy for eligible military members. Read More

New CLEP Spanish with Writing Exam

Starting this October, service members with Spanish language knowledge will have the option to take either the CLEP Spanish Language exam or the new CLEP Spanish with Writing exam Read More

FREE DSST Credit-by-Exam Retake!

If at first you don't succeed... retake your DSST exam for FREE! Take advantage of this limited time offer. Read More

Improve Your Verbal and Math Skills

The Online Academic Skills Course (OASC) is a no-cost Defense program provided to eligible military members to help with their success. Read More

DANTES Education Programs for Guard & Reserve

Guardsmen and Reservists are eligible for no-cost education programs offered by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support. Read More

Find DANTES VolEd Program Information Faster & Easier

DANTES has spent considerable time determining customer information needs and redesigned the DANTES website. Read More

Defense Tools to Help Find the Right School

Over the past few years, the Defense Voluntary Education (VolEd) Enterprise has made major changes to its partnership with postsecondary academic institutions. Read More

2018 TTT Grant States Increase Again

Troops to Teachers (TTT) announces that six (6) more states have been awarded a TTT grant with two (2) consortia of states providing services to a total of eight (8) states. Read More

Academic Skills Training Q&As

In the military, strong academic skills, like math and writing, are extremely beneficial to your success in training and advancement in every occupational field. Read More

State Assistance Increases for Troops to Teachers Program

A total of 23 states will begin projects designed to assist military members and veterans in exploring and selecting the best pathway to obtain employment as teachers. Read More

Testing Questions? No Worries!

How do I CLEP a DANTES? Read More

Navy Intelligence to Chemistry Teacher

"I knew I wanted to teach, so I worked with Troops to Teachers to come up with a strategy wherein I could quickly transition into the teaching world with minimal lag time following my Navy career." ~ J. Fedorowicz Read More

Looking for your GED Transcript? Look No Further!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about GED Transcripts Read More

Transcript Questions? We have the Answers!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Joint Services Transcript (JST) Read More

Plan your Career with Kuder Journey

How do DANTES programs help me get my degree? Read More

Your Military Transcript Helps Reach Your Education Goals

How does my military transcript benefit my voluntary education? Read More

Keep Serving ~ In the Classroom

Why are you serving in uniform? Think back to the day that you signed on the dotted line and left home to serve your country... Read More

Networking and Bright Outlook Opportunities

If you love your job, you are extremely fortunate. You may even transition to civilian employment and stay in the same career field. This is not always the case though... Read More

IT Experience: Your Career Options

Preparing for a transition from the military is an important step. Your transition will be full of questions and decisions that will change the path of your future... Read More

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics offer Bright Career Opportunities

Learn How Logistics Experience Can Help Your Transition. Whether managing a pre-deployment station, handing out ammunition, or performing inventory... Read More

Become a Business Teacher with Troops to Teachers

According to the Department of Labor, teaching careers are considered Bright Outlook occupations. Teacher assistants and teaching positions... Read More

"Bright Outlook" Business Administration Career Pathways

Learn How DANTES Programs Support Careers in Business. DANTES offers a variety of education and career-development programs... Read More

Education Opportunities for Military Spouses

Military spouses are remarkable individuals. They must be flexible; often setting their own ambitions for continuing education and a career... Read More

"Ready. Forward March!"

Life, whether military or civilian, is about constant motion. Read More

College Scholarships for Military Students

Military members have access to a variety of funding options to pay for or reduce college costs. Read More

Save Money and Time with DANTES Education Programs

Military members face many challenges whilte trying to juggle duty commitments, family obligations, and pursuit of personal education goals. Read More

Help the Next Generation become Better American Citizens

Many military members have outstanding leadership and communication skills, adapt well to any situation, and have incredible discipline and initiative. These are all traits and qualities many employers would be happy to have in an employee. Read More

Beyond Teaching: Compare 7 Careers in Education

Before your military service, I bet you can think back to a teacher, counselor, coach or administrator who inspired you to work harder, set goals and reach for the stars. Many who have careers in education influence and impact the lives and futures of their students. Read More

Leaving the Military? Consider a Career in Education

It is never too early to begin thinking about your next career path for future success. Read More

Top 5 Service Member Blogs

DANTES has put together the top blogs for military members that provide the best information for active and transitioning personnel. Read More

Eight (Yes 8!) Official Military Education Benefit Websites

The Department of Defense has 8 official websites dedicated to making sure that you can find the right information about your military benefits. Read More

ACT and SAT Testing - Boost your Military Education

Many colleges require that students submit test results as part of the admission application process.Both the ACT and SAT are standardized tests that help colleges evaluate potential candidates. Read More

Military Evaluations can help your Degree Completion Goals

The partnership between the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Department of Defense(DoD) was forged more than seventy years ago and continues to provide a vital resource helping military members and veterans, like you, gain access to higher education. Read More

DANTES Exams Program Proves More User-Friendly in 2016

DoD’s Voluntary Education (VolEd) Program and the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support(DANTES) offer and fund a variety of examination programs to help Service members achieve their education and professional development goals. Read More

4 Ways DANTES takes the Frustration out of Military Education

Each year, DANTES partners with the military Services, education providers, and academic institutions to deliver programs that help Service members like you achieve their education goals. Read More

Top Credentialing Sites for Military and Family Members

It is never too late or too early to prepare for transition from the military to civilian life.Many civilian jobs have certain professional and technical standards. Read More

Top 10 College Writing Resources for Military Members

Everyone loves writing essays and research papers, right? Ever since you were younger, I’m sure you dreamed of enrolling in college and writing research papers and literary essays. Read More

Three (3) Reasons to Take an Alternate Route to College Credit

If you’ve ever been stuck in traffic, you’ve probably thought: "There’s got to be a way around this mess!" So, you take out your smartphone and begin searching for an alternate route... Read More

Back to Basics with Academic Skills Training

Back to Basics Basic training, also known as boot camp and various other terms, prepares recruits physically, mentally and emotionally for military service.It gives them the basic tools necessary to perform their duties as a Marine, Soldier, Sailor, Airman, and Coast Guardsman. Read More

Kuder Journey: An Easy Transition to a Civilian Career

During your military career, you referred to it as a "mission", and now in civilian life, you can call it a "journey." Before heading out on any mission... Read More

3 Ways to Improve Your Writing Skills with DANTES

Writing and procrastination...it’s no secret that they can go hand-in-hand.Most of us don’t like to write and wait to the very last minute before completing the task. Read More

Finding College Money is Easier Than You Think

Attending college is a huge investment, physically, mentally and financially.A lot of service members think they can’t afford to go to school without going into debt. Read More

Distance Learning on Active Duty: 5 Things You Didn’t Know

To quote Admiral Joshua Painter in "The Hunt for Red October": "What’s his plan? ... Russians don’t take a dump, son, without a plan." Read More

Secrets to Academic Success

As our teachers always used to say at the beginning of the school year, preparation is 90% of success, and it’s no different when you begin your college career.Take steps now to understand what motivates you. Read More

Tactical to Practical

In the military, you had the courage to do a lot of new things, and eventually you’ll be finding the courage to pursue a different career path.It takes commitment and drive to retrain and head into a new profession. Read More

Free Academic Training Programs for Service Members

You've learned a lot in the military, and now you’re interested in broadening your skills. You’re thinking about a college education, but you’re worried about whether or not you can pass entrance exams like the GRE and the GMAT. Read More

Top 3 Education Questions for Military Family Members

The Top 3 Education Questions that military family members want to know are... Is going to college a distant hope or a real possibility? Are there educational assistance programs available for military family members? Read More

Back to School: Tips on How to Succeed

If you haven’t noticed yet, school is right around the corner! The good news is that the start of school is a great time for a fresh start and a clear mindset. Read More

Four Benefits of Attending the DoD Virtual Education Fair

When you're planning to start college, choosing from so many institutions and options can be overwhelming. Should you consider an online program, or would a traditional brick-and-mortar school provide the best program for you? Read More

Distance Learning: The Flexible Way to Earn a College Degree

You want to earn a college degree, and maybe you’ve already started taking classes while deployed.You're still in the beginning stages, though, and you have a long way to go before you earn that piece of paper. Read More

Let's Talk About Readiness!

You’re the picture of health: You eat right, exercise, and are focused on your physical and mental well being. But did you know that education is just as important to your health and readiness? Read More

Improve the Quality of Your Life: Empower Yourself

Some say that life is short. We say life is what you make it, so make it good. How? Improve the quality of your life now and in the future. Read More

Preparation Is the Key to Success

Looking to start pursuing your college degree? Before you apply to schools, you’ll need to learn about your options, get your questions answered, and develop a plan. Read More

Benefits of the Joint Services Transcript

Do you remember just how much you have learned and accomplished during your time in the military? Your occupation training, leadership classes, joint training opportunities, and other military experiences could translate into college credit. Read More

Education Helps You Advance Your Career and Improve Employment Opportunities

You might be wondering if earning a college degree is really worth the time and effort. You're a hard worker and a fast learner; a piece of paper won’t change that, right? Read More

Why Use Credit by Examination? What Are the Benefits?

While completing your daily mission, you may have a lot on your mind. Getting a college degree is not your main priority. Maybe you have other obligations that demand your attention and it may seem impossible to think about college now. Read More

Credit by Examination: How to Get Started

You've learned a lot during your time in the military – you could probably pass the final exam in some college-level courses without ever going to class. That knowledge is valuable, so don't waste it! Read More

Addressing Test Anxiety and the Fear of Failure

Does attending college sound intimidating? Maybe you struggle with test anxiety, or perhaps feel you weren’t ready for college when you graduated high school. Read More

Military Experience and Training Matters!

You've been trained by the best and stood watch, shoulder to shoulder, with the finest leaders, operators and technicians in the Armed Services; but, now you're ready to retire. Read More

Teaching Certificate? We Can Help!

In our previous two posts we shared information on how DANTES will pay the fee for you to take tests you need for college admission and how to get credit-by-exam.But what if you want to earn a teacher's certification? Read More

Credit by exams? We’ll Pay for That, Too

In our last post we shared information on how DANTES will pay the fee for you to take the GED®, ACT®, and SAT® – tests you need for college admission. But what if you want to earn credit for knowledge and skills you already possess? Read More

Entrance Exams? We'll Pick Up the Tab!

Ask anyone: Tests are stressful. When you’re a kid, just the word "test" can make you start sweating and fidgeting. When you’re an adult, it’s even worse... Read More

Your Military Experience Could Be Worth College Credit

You've learned a lot doing your job, attending training courses and deploying around the world. Did you know that this military experience could be turned into college credit? Read More

Understanding the DoD MOU

As you begin exploring your college, career, and post-Service options, you may come across the term "DoD MOU." So, what is a DoD MOU, and what does it have to do with you and your future? Read More

Reach Your Goals With TA DECIDE

Are you ready to take your education to the next level but still have questions? Maybe you’re concerned about selecting the right school, choosing the right degree program, paying tuition, or just figuring out how to get started. Read More

Plan your Career with Kuder Journey

How do DANTES programs help me get my degree? Read More

Networking and Bright Outlook Opportunities

If you love your job, you are extremely fortunate. You may even transition to civilian employment and stay in the same career field. This is not always the case though... Read More

IT Experience: Your Career Options

Preparing for a transition from the military is an important step. Your transition will be full of questions and decisions that will change the path of your future... Read More

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics offer Bright Career Opportunities

Learn How Logistics Experience Can Help Your Transition. Whether managing a pre-deployment station, handing out ammunition, or performing inventory... Read More

"Bright Outlook" Business Administration Career Pathways

Learn How DANTES Programs Support Careers in Business. DANTES offers a variety of education and career-development programs... Read More

Kuder Journey: An Easy Transition to a Civilian Career

During your military career, you referred to it as a "mission", and now in civilian life, you can call it a "journey." Before heading out on any mission... Read More

Reach Your Goals With TA DECIDE

Are you ready to take your education to the next level but still have questions? Maybe you’re concerned about selecting the right school, choosing the right degree program, paying tuition, or just figuring out how to get started. Read More

Can Getting College Credit Really be Easy?

DANTES Credit-by-Exam program makes getting college credit quick & easy for eligible military members. Read More

New CLEP Spanish with Writing Exam

Starting this October, service members with Spanish language knowledge will have the option to take either the CLEP Spanish Language exam or the new CLEP Spanish with Writing exam Read More

FREE DSST Credit-by-Exam Retake!

If at first you don't succeed... retake your DSST exam for FREE! Take advantage of this limited time offer. Read More

"Ready. Forward March!"

Life, whether military or civilian, is about constant motion. Read More

Save Money and Time with DANTES Education Programs

Military members face many challenges whilte trying to juggle duty commitments, family obligations, and pursuit of personal education goals. Read More

Benefits of the Joint Services Transcript

Do you remember just how much you have learned and accomplished during your time in the military? Your occupation training, leadership classes, joint training opportunities, and other military experiences could translate into college credit. Read More

Improve Your Verbal and Math Skills

The Online Academic Skills Course (OASC) is a no-cost Defense program provided to eligible military members to help with their success. Read More

DANTES Education Programs for Guard & Reserve

Guardsmen and Reservists are eligible for no-cost education programs offered by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support. Read More

Find DANTES VolEd Program Information Faster & Easier

DANTES has spent considerable time determining customer information needs and redesigned the DANTES website. Read More

Academic Skills Training Q&As

In the military, strong academic skills, like math and writing, are extremely beneficial to your success in training and advancement in every occupational field. Read More

Education Opportunities for Military Spouses

Military spouses are remarkable individuals. They must be flexible; often setting their own ambitions for continuing education and a career... Read More

Top 5 Service Member Blogs

DANTES has put together the top blogs for military members that provide the best information for active and transitioning personnel. Read More

Eight (Yes 8!) Official Military Education Benefit Websites

The Department of Defense has 8 official websites dedicated to making sure that you can find the right information about your military benefits. Read More

Top Credentialing Sites for Military and Family Members

It is never too late or too early to prepare for transition from the military to civilian life.Many civilian jobs have certain professional and technical standards. Read More

Top 10 College Writing Resources for Military Members

Everyone loves writing essays and research papers, right? Ever since you were younger, I’m sure you dreamed of enrolling in college and writing research papers and literary essays. Read More

Looking for your GED Transcript? Look No Further!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about GED Transcripts Read More

Transcript Questions? We have the Answers!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Joint Services Transcript (JST) Read More

Your Military Transcript Helps Reach Your Education Goals

How does my military transcript benefit my voluntary education? Read More

College Scholarships for Military Students

Military members have access to a variety of funding options to pay for or reduce college costs. Read More

Active duty? Want to teach?

DANTES pays for the Praxis Read More

2018 TTT Grant States Increase Again

Troops to Teachers (TTT) announces that six (6) more states have been awarded a TTT grant with two (2) consortia of states providing services to a total of eight (8) states. Read More

State Assistance Increases for Troops to Teachers Program

A total of 23 states will begin projects designed to assist military members and veterans in exploring and selecting the best pathway to obtain employment as teachers. Read More

Navy Intelligence to Chemistry Teacher

"I knew I wanted to teach, so I worked with Troops to Teachers to come up with a strategy wherein I could quickly transition into the teaching world with minimal lag time following my Navy career." ~ J. Fedorowicz Read More

Keep Serving ~ In the Classroom

Why are you serving in uniform? Think back to the day that you signed on the dotted line and left home to serve your country... Read More

Become a Business Teacher with Troops to Teachers

According to the Department of Labor, teaching careers are considered Bright Outlook occupations. Teacher assistants and teaching positions... Read More

Help the Next Generation become Better American Citizens

Many military members have outstanding leadership and communication skills, adapt well to any situation, and have incredible discipline and initiative. These are all traits and qualities many employers would be happy to have in an employee. Read More

Beyond Teaching: Compare 7 Careers in Education

Before your military service, I bet you can think back to a teacher, counselor, coach or administrator who inspired you to work harder, set goals and reach for the stars. Many who have careers in education influence and impact the lives and futures of their students. Read More

Leaving the Military? Consider a Career in Education

It is never too early to begin thinking about your next career path for future success. Read More