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Does the university participate
in military tuition assistance programs?
Yes. The university participates
in the Montgomery G.I. Bill program, is a DANTES affiliate,
and accepts many federal and private aid programs. The University's Financial Aid Advisor will assist
you in obtaining all the benefits for which you qualify.
Are the students at Stonecliffe College Online considered full-time for financial purposes?
Yes. All students enrolled in the Stonecliffe
College Online degree programs are considered full-time.
Do military personnel qualify for
tuition grants*?
Active-duty, reserves, and National
Guard members receive a 5% tuition grant*, and their application
fee is waived. Many military bases and groups can qualify
for tuition grants* as well. Check with your Admissions Advisor
for information about these grants*.
Is Stonecliffe College Online an accredited
university?
Yes. Stonecliffe College Online is an
academic division of Colorado Technical University. Colorado
Technical University is accredited by The Higher Learning
Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
For more information, visit the NCA
Higher Learning Commission web site.
How would my military training
and experience be applied to my chosen degree program?
Your military training, occupations, and experience are evaluated by ACE (American Council on Education), which recommends awards of semester hours. ACE allows each student's military training and experience to be evaluated for the consideration of possible transfer credit.
If I am deployed or transferred,
will I be able to continue my degree program when I reach
my new assignment?
Certainly. Stonecliffe College Online understands that military personnel are frequently deployed and transferred. Our programs are ideal for you because your courses can travel with you since they are accessible as long as you can connect to the Internet.
If you are unsure or know that you will not be able to continue your coursework for the length of your deployment or while enroute to your new assignment, just contact your Academic Advisor for further guidance and support.
Do I have to be on active duty
to have my military training and experience applied towards
transfer credit?
Absolutely not. The university will
evaluate all of your military training and experience for
the consideration of possible transfer credit whether you
are on Active Duty, Inactive, Retired, or Separated from
any branch of service, including the National Guard and Reserves.
In addition to my military training
and experience, what else may be applied as transfer credit
towards the degree I want to pursue?
The university will evaluate any previously
completed college coursework (C or better) for transfer credit,
when applicable. We will also evaluate any certifications
(e.g., MSCE, MCP, etc; and DSST examinations) and work experience
prior to, during or after your military service.
How many credit hours can I expect
to get for my military training and experience?
It varies. Each military person will
have varying amounts of transferable credit based on years
of service and specific training. However, a survey completed
by ACE in 1998 found the average number of academic credits
awarded was 14 semester hours, which equates to about 21 quarter
credits. Your enrollment team will help you get the most credit
for your program and develop the best personal degree plan
so that you achieve your educational needs and goals.
What are DSST examinations
and do they count as credit towards my degree? Where
can I take these exams?
DSSTs are the DANTES Subject Standardized
Tests that provide another avenue to demonstrate proficiency
in a subject area in a non-traditional way. There are a variety
of subject areas such as Business, Physical Science, Humanities,
Social Science and Applied Technologies.
Military personnel can take DSSTs free of charge. Talk to your Education Service Officer or Test Control Officer for more information and testing procedures. Study materials and practice examinations are available at most of these offices.
More information is also available at Collegeboard
and Petersons.
What are the characteristics of
an eLearner?
Online learning is great for military
personnel since your courses can travel with you, provided
you have Internet connectivity.
Online learners have several characteristics in common.
First, successful eLearners are comfortable with computers
and know how to navigate the Internet. It is also helpful
if you are familiar with real-time Internet chat, email,
computer-based CD ROMs, and word processing software -
and have access to a computer and modem.
Next, successful eLearners are self-motivated, good time-
and energy-managers, and know how to communicate clearly
through writing. Lastly, for some online learning programs,
eLearners must be willing to commit 10 to 15 hours per week
to studying and believe that high-quality learning can take
place without going to a traditional classroom. If this
sounds like you, you're probably a good candidate for eLearning.
Will I be getting the same education
as I would get in a traditional classroom?
Online colleges can be the perfect choice
for military students. At Stonecliffe College Online, your
courses can travel with you as long as you have Internet access.
And, the university's degree programs allow
you to learn at a manageable pace.
Research comparing distance education to face-to-face schooling seems to show that studying at a distance can be as effective as traditional instruction, when there is student-to-student interaction and when there is good teacher-to-student feedback. Based on your academic experiences, you should realize how important being proactive about this type of interaction can be.
The course content at most quality online universities is comparable to that at brick-and-mortar colleges. Stonecliffe College Online's faculty members bring years of knowledge and practical experience to every course, which means you can receive an industry-current education that you may be able to apply in the real world.
* University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the University’s catalog and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility have been met.
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