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 are named annually as military-friendly by GI Jobs and Military Advanced Education and are committed to providing educational benefits for all.

Obtaining an MBA always was on my bucket list, however, until I found Brandman* I was facing large loans and a strict school regiment. The flexibility of the program, along with Kia’s tuition assistance, made the perfect combination. An MBA gave me the self-confidence to trust my ideas and question conventional thinking.
Julie M. | Kia, MBA
*Brandman University is now UMass Global
The MPA program gives the learner what is needed to address real, important, public problems and it dives into what is means to be a successful, innovative & effective government organization.
Chip M. | Masters in Public Administration 
Seeing 3 friends/co-workers graduate last May with their MBA's got me thinking. All 3 are married with young children and have jobs at least as demanding as mine. I am single with grown children. What was my excuse?
Current Student | MyPath MAOL
 

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

Troops to Teachers

University of Massachusetts Global is an active partner with Troops to Teachers, a U.S. Department of Education and Department of Defense program that helps eligible military personnel transition to a career as a public school teacher. The skills, knowledge, and experience one gains in the military are highly valued in our public schools. 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

 

Ways to Get Started

Top Programs for our Military Spouse and Dependent Students

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BA in Liberal Studies, Multiple Subject Teaching

Arts and Sciences

Prepare to earn a teaching credential and gain confidence in the subjects most commonly taught in California elementary schools including language arts, natural sciences, math, visual arts, history, human development, and physical education.

Online

AA in General Education

Arts and Sciences

In this general education degree, you'll be introduced to a broad range of subjects, including written and oral communication, liberal studies, mathematics, history, art, philosophy, social sciences and natural sciences. 

Online

BA in Criminal Justice

Arts and Sciences

Understand the justice system from a variety of viewpoints, from policing to advocating for victims to forensics. Our criminal justice degree is created and taught by criminal justice and legal experts.

Online

BA in Organizational Leadership

Business and Professional Studies

Grow the leadership and organizational development skills necessary to advance in any industry. This program equips innovative leaders to analyze opportunities, communicate vision and lead by example with a leadership degree.

Online

BA in Psychology

Arts and Sciences

Follow a traditional path to earn your psychology bachelor’s degree that addresses the essentials of psychological science and thought. This degree provides a wide range of courses that focus on your specific interests. 

Online

More Resources for Spouses and Families

UMass Global is dedicated to supporting its military communities. Explore these helpful topics.

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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