Spouses & Dependents
Discover benefits for family members of Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corp, and Navy.
Supporting Those Who Support our Troops
We respect and serve the most important support for our active duty and veteran students. We understand the frequent period of relocation, disruption and financial challenges that comes with military community. That is why are committed to making sure you have full support and access to your educational need.
Spouse and Dependent Benefits
You've earned it! Learn about the education benefits that you may qualify for to help cover the cost of school.
MyCAA: Military Spouse Career Advanced Account
University of Massachusetts Global is a proud participant in the MyCAA program which provides financial assistance for military spouses who are pursuing licenses or credentials leading to employment in portable career fields. Read More
Survivors' and Dependents Educational Assistance (DEA) - Chapter 35
Assistance may be available to eligible dependents of permanently disabled or deceased Veterans whose injury/death occurred while on active duty or as a result of a service‐related condition. Read More
Fry Scholarship
The Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship (Fry Scholarship) provides Post‐9/11 GI Bill benefits to the children and surviving spouses of Servicemembers who died in the line of duty while on active duty after September 10, 2001. Read More
Tuition Assistance Program
UMass Global offers Tuition Assistance (TA) to cover 100 percent of undergraduate tuition for active duty service member spouses as well as spouses of the Reserve.
To utilize your TA benefit, contact your spouse's ESO or Education counselor prior to enrolling. In addition, those affiliated with the Air Force need to register for courses and apply for TA through the Air Force Virtual Education Center. Read More
Top Programs for our Military Spouse and Dependent Students
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BA in Liberal Studies, Multiple Subject Teaching
Arts and Sciences
Online
AA in General Education
Arts and Sciences
Online
BA in Criminal Justice
Arts and Sciences
Online
BA in Organizational Leadership
Business and Professional Studies
Online
BA in Psychology, General Psychology
Arts and Sciences
Online
Career Services Resources for Veterans and Military
Many resources have been created to assist spouses and dependents in their career development and job search.
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