Planning Your Education

Having clear education goals will help you stay focused. Learn more about your options and develop a plan of action:

1. 1. Explore areas of study and school options:
• Minnesota State Colleges and Universities
• Online Programs (MinnesotaOnline)
• University of Minnesota Degree Programs
• Minnesota Private Colleges and Universities
• Education Search Tools (ISEEK)
• College Board for Out of State Schools

If you are undecided, these resources can help:

• Learn More About Yourself
• MyMilitary Online Career Workshop
• Types of Schools in Minnesota
• Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees Explained
• What Can I Do with a Major In ...?
• Common Misperceptions About Selecting a College Major


2. 2. Make campus visits or talk with someone on campus:
• Visit the Campus
• Meet wtih Higher Education Veterans Programs
• Connect with the Campus Veterans Resource Centers


3. 3. Apply for admission:
• Apply to College
• Accuplacer Placement Test (if required)
• Military Experience and Transfer


4. 4. Learn more about paying for your education:
• Military Education Benefits
• Financial Aid
• Scholarship
• Tax Related Benefits
• Financial Aid Comparison Worksheet


5. 5. Compare your options and decide:
• College Comparison Worksheet
• Credit for Prior Learning
• Servicemembers Opportunities Colleges (SOC) Consortium
• (View this link to see if your school of choice is a SOC school.)


6. 6. Prepare for academic success:
• Military to College Transition
• College Readiness
• Basic Skills and Study Strategies