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10/13/2026

Happy Birthday to the United States Navy.

Today we honor the Sailors who serve with pride at home and abroad. Thank you for your service, dedication, and unwavering commitment.

10/08/2026

College tuition discounts just hit record highs, some over 50%. What does that mean for your actual cost?

https://collegerecon.com/study-college-tuition-discounts-at-all-time-highs/

Private nonprofit colleges are offering tuition discounts to offset rising higher-education costs, a trend that has led some colleges to....

10/07/2026

Need a new laptop or phone? Many brands offer exclusive student and military pricing on devices, software, and accessories. Worth checking before you buy.

https://collegerecon.com/student-military-discounts-laptops-computers/

A new computer, phone, or mobile device can be expensive. But you can save using student and military discounts on laptops and computers. Learn more at CollegeRecon.

10/06/2026

Your GI Bill housing allowance depends on your school’s ZIP code, not where you live. The difference can be thousands per month.

https://collegerecon.com/how-school-location-affects-your-post-9-11-gi-bill-housing-allowance/

Understand how location affects housing allowance under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Rates vary significantly based on zip code.

10/01/2026

College tuition discounts are at all‑time highs, with some reaching 57% for first‑year students. New data shows how these rising discounts affect families and the financial health of private colleges.

Read the full breakdown:
https://collegerecon.com/study-college-tuition-discounts-at-all-time-highs/

Private nonprofit colleges are offering tuition discounts to offset rising higher-education costs, a trend that has led some colleges to....

09/29/2026

Thinking about a civilian career after the military?

Skilled trades can offer veterans a path into careers like welding, electrical work, HVAC, machining, heavy equipment, and more.

Our guide covers trade careers, certifications, SkillBridge, military funding, apprenticeships, and ways to turn your military experience into civilian credentials.

Explore skilled trades for military veterans.
https://collegerecon.com/skilled-trades-for-military-veterans/

Explore skilled trades for military veterans and discover how to leverage your skills into civilian employment opportunities.

09/27/2026

Honoring the mothers and families who have lost a loved one in service to our nation. Their strength, love, and sacrifice are felt every day.

09/24/2026

Do military applicants get a pass on college admissions tests?

Not necessarily. Whether you need the SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, or another exam depends on the school and program.

See which tests may be required, and what military applicants need to know before applying.

https://collegerecon.com/college-graduate-school-admissions-tests-for-military-applicants/

Applying to college or graduate school typically means figuring out whether you need to take an admissions test before you start...

09/21/2026

Could a three-year bachelor’s degree change how you use your GI Bill?

Some states are exploring bachelor’s degrees that require fewer credits and can be completed in three years.

For military families, that could affect GI Bill benefits, housing allowance, transfer credits, and Tuition Assistance.

See what three-year degrees could mean for military students.

https://collegerecon.com/what-military-families-should-know-about-three-year-degrees/

For more than a century, the four-year bachelor's degree has been the default degree for American college students. Most still require 120 credit hours

09/18/2026

Today we honor those who were held as prisoners of war and those still missing in action. Their sacrifice is never forgotten, and their families remain in our thoughts.