Oct 06, 2008
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Military Outreach

MARINE CORPS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, INC.
One year scholarships from $1,000 up to $10,000
Applicants must be the son/daughter of one of the following:

  • Active duty or reserve U. S. Marine
  • U.S. Marine who has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps
  • Active duty or reserve U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served, with the U.S. Marine Corps
  • U.S. Navy Corpsman who has served with the U.S. Marine Corps and has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Navy

More Information...

JUST ANNOUNCED! ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY SPOUSE EDUCATION INCENTIVE
A new active-duty military spouse educational support program has recently been announced by the Pentagon. Eligible spouses can receive up to $3,000 per year (for a two year period) to pay for education and training. Money can be used for tuition, fees, books, and equipment, as well as credentialing and licensing fees. Targeted programs of instruction include teaching, health care, information technology, financial services and construction.

Specific bases in San Diego County have been identified in the first phase of the project (MCAS Miramar active duty spouses are NOT included, but other bases in the SD region are). For more information, call MCAS Miramar: Miramar College Office (858)536-4329 or the Base Education Office (858)577-1801.

Military Outreach Programs and Services for Active Duty Military and Family Members
San Diego Miramar College offers a variety of general education courses at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar (MCAS). These courses are open to militray personnel, their families and all Miramar College students.

  

    Benefits Of On-Base Courses: Soldiers

  • Courses are offered in 8 week sessions five times a year
  • Commute hours and class location
  • Courses fulfill general education requirements
  • All classes are transferable to 4 year colleges and universities
  • ACE recommended credit from your military service schools may be applied towards the 60 units required for an Associate Degree.
  • Assists in preparing for a career change
  • Enhances opportunity for promotion
  • Your best value at $20 a unit

  

Military Education On-Base Representatives

email link icon  Annette Ragsdale MEP Coordinator (Bldg 5305) The HUB (858) 536-4329

    MCAS On-Base Services
    (Bldg. 5305), The HUB

  • Admissions
  • Program Advising /Counseling
  • On-Base 8 Week Classes
  • SOCMAR/SOCNAV Agreements
  • English and Math Assessment Testing
  • SMART Transcripts
  • Tuition Assistance Forms

Miramar College On-Campus Services

  • Admission (C-303)
    		•  (619) 388-7844  (858) 536-7844
  • Counseling (C-302)
    		•  (619) 388-7840 (858) 536-7840
  • Evaluations (C-304)
    		•  (619) 388-7371 (858) 536-7371
  • Bookstore (D-301)
    		•  (619) 388-7866 (858) 536-7866
  • Library/Learning Resource Center (C-400)
    		•  (619) 388-7310 (858) 536-7310

    military education
    		  

    Easy as 1, 2, 3...
    1. Apply - Complete a college application in person or online at link to external page icon http://www.sdccd.edu
    2. Request all prior college transcripts, including link to external page icon SMART transcripts.
    3. Counseling - Meet w/ Counselor for an education plan, course advisement, preparation for      transfer, and SOCMAR/NAV Agreement.
    4. Attend Classes On-Base, On Campus, or Online!

    General Information
    Advanced registration is advised.  Courses are open to the general public. Contact your college representative for additional information at the following location:

    link to external page icon Marine Corps Air Station Miramar (MCAS)
    Interstate 15 and Miramar Way
    Lifelong Learning Center (Bldg. 5305), The HUB.
    Phone: (858) 536-4329