Tuition Benefits for Military Spouses
Q. How will my eligibility be verified?
Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) is used to verify eligibility based on your sponsor's social security number. If you are not registered in DEERS or your personal information is out-of-date, call 800.538.9552.
Q. If my Military Sponsor has a Date of Separation in DEERS that is less than a year away, am I still eligible?
Yes. If your Military Sponsor is on active duty or activated Guard and Reserve, you are eligible now and will remain eligible for Financial Assistance until you finish your Career and Training Plan. You are also eligible if your Military Sponsor's orders aren't for a full year or more.
Q. If I am legally separated or divorced from my sponsor, am I still eligible?
No. The MyCAA legislation specifically excludes spouses who are divorced and spouses who are married to, but legally separated from, their sponsor.
Q. Can I have MyCAA Financial Assistance if I already have a job?
Yes. If you need a license, certification, credential, education, or training in order to seek or maintain employment or move up your career ladder, you are eligible for MyCAA Financial Assistance.
Q. What if I already paid for a class or fee. Can I get reimbursed through MyCAA Financial Assistance?
No. Reimbursements are not available.
Q. If I already have a degree, can I take additional courses with MyCAA Financial Assistance?
Yes. You may take additional courses as part of your Career and Training Plan.
Q. If I finish my Career and Training Plan, can I use MyCAA again?
Yes. As long as you have not used the entire $4,000.
Q. Will I have to pay for any part of my Career and Training Plan?
MyCAA pays up to $4,000 of your Career and Training Plan.
Q. Are there costs which are not covered by MyCAA Financial Assistance?
Yes. Separate payments for books, supplies, or equipment; computers; graduation fees; child care, student activity cards; application fees; transportation; parking; or medical services testing fees are NOT covered. Remember: Ashworth textbooks are included in the tuition price. And studying from home saves you child care and transportation costs.
To enroll or learn more call to speak with a Military Advisor at 1-877-758-7630.
