AFSA PREFERRED LEARNING PARTNERS

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​AMERICAN MILITARY UNIVERSITY: JOIN MISSION-DRIVEN MILITARY & NON-MILITARY STUDENTS
Founded in 1991 by a retired military officer, AMU is a top provider of affordable, online education to over 70,000 U.S. military and veteran students worldwide and part of the accredited American Public University System. AMU offers 200+ career-relevant programs, and classes taught by industry experts start monthly.  
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AFSA CONTACT: Dan Roby, CMSgt (Ret) USAF, Vice President, Brand Expansion and Business Development:  703-652-2724   |   [email protected],   |   www.apus.edu

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AFSA has partnered together with Waldorf University to provide a sponsored One-Course Scholarship for all Military Veterans/Retirees and AFSA Family Members; plus all Active Duty, Guard & Reserve Spouses and College-Age Dependents.

​It's easy... First RENEW YOUR AFSA MEMBERSHIP, and then Redeem Your One-Course Waldorf University Scholarship HERE! 

WALDORF UNIVERSITY: SERVING STUDENTS SINCE 1903
At Waldorf, we believe in educating the whole student and empowering you to achieve not only academic success, but personal and professional. Since 1903, Waldorf has been serving students on our vibrant campus in Forest City, Iowa, and in 2010 Waldorf became one of the pioneers in online education, offering fully remote, flexible, online, regionally accredited degrees to students around the world. Our dedicated faculty and staff work one-on-one with students to ensure they are confident and capable in reaching their full potential, providing encouragement each step of the way. Waldorf offers over 120 years of experience in education and over 130 fully online certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s programs, ensuring we have a degree that will assist all students in the pursuit of their careers during and after their military service.  
AFSA & WALDORF PARTNERSHIP: Waldorf University has proudly served AFSA members for over a decade. We work hard to ensure our students are supported throughout their educational journey, and take pride in our ability to offer AFSA members special benefits, including:

• A discount off our published tuition rates for all AFSA members and their family members.
• Access to our online Learning Partner scholarship, which is awarded 6 times per year.
• Access to the annual AFSA Airmen of the Year Scholarship, awarded every Spring.
• Access to an annual no-cost course alongside your AFSA membership renewal.

WHY WALDORF?

• For active duty military utilizing Tuition Assistance, tuition is capped at $250 per credit hour for online undergraduate programs and $330 per credit hour for online graduate programs.
• There are no out-of-pocket costs for textbooks or other course resources as these are included for online students.
• Our average student to faculty ratio in our online classes is 12:1, ensuring our students receive personal support by their faculty member.
• Waldorf is accredited by the HLC, a regional accrediting body.
• Students receive access to 24/7 coursework assistance through our online partner.
• Waldorf’s programs are purpose-driven and designed for working professionals.
• Waldorf classes include 8 weeks of coursework, with no set login times nor lectures.

APPLYING TO WALDORF UNIVERSITY
Applying to Waldorf is straight-forward. We can complete an application over the phone at 877-359-1444 or you can complete it online at waldorf.edu/apply.
For any questions about Waldorf programs, call 877.267.2157 or email [email protected]. Admissions Counselors are available Monday through Thursday from 8am-5pm CST and Friday from 8am-3pm CST. There is no fee to apply for admission to Waldorf, and we conduct a complementary evaluation of all previously taken college courses, earned certificates, and work experience to ensure you can maximize the number of credits transferred in towards your degree. 
Requirements for Admission:

• For admission to Waldorf’s online undergraduate programs, students must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. If students are coming into an online program directly out of high school with less than 12 postsecondary credits, a high school transcript showing a 2.0 GPA or equivalent must be submitted.
• For admission to Waldorf’s online graduate programs, students must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA (for those with a GPA between 2.00 and 2.49, special conditional approval may be granted by the VPAA).
• Must complete the application and remit any required transcripts. 

 Learn more or request information at waldorf.edu/AFSA!

AFSA CONTACT:  Dr. Ron Spradling, DBA (USAF (Ret), Director of Outreach |  877-267-2157 ext. 7822  |  [email protected]

• Online Admissions  |  877-267-2157 ext. 6536  |  [email protected]

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A PARTNERSHIP IN SUCCESS  |  Join AFSA and you may receive 25% for your Spouses classes, or a One-Course Scholarship from Columbia Southern University (CSU).  Learn more here now.

COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Where affordability meets unlimited potential. One of the nation's first completely online universities, Columbia Southern University (CSU) was established to meet the demand for alternatives to the traditional university experience. All degree programs are offered completely online, giving you the flexibility to fit your education around career and family commitments. 

• MILITARY EDUCATION & SUPPORT: College of Space, Intelligence, and Military Operations, Continuing Education, Military Tuition Information, Military Transfer Pathways, Veterans Center, Branch Resources, Military Spouses and more.
• 120+ Fully online degree programs.
• $0 Cost of Textbooks.
• 65% Graduates finish with zero student loan debt. (Data calculated from internal Columbia Southern University financial data, based on 65.1% zero debt from the graduating class of 2021, 2022 and 2023.)
• Earn your degree online: Business, Fire Administration, Emergency Management, Nursling, Healthcare Administration, Occupational Safety & Health, Human Resource Management, Criminal Justice, Cyber Security, Psychology.
• Average Tuition is less than other universities.
• CSU accepts your transfer credits.
• Accreditation & Institutional Recognition

​Learn more at https://www.columbiasouthern.edu/

AFSA CONTACT: Carl Childs, USAF (Retired) - Manager, Military Outreach  |  800-977-8449 ext: 1813  |  [email protected] 

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Have you heard about the Colorado Technical University's Patriot Scholarship? For 17 years, the Colorado Technical Universit has awarded 50 scholarships annually to positively impact the lives of the extraordinary men and women whose lives have been altered due to injury while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Learn more here now: coloradotech.edu/CTUPatriot

COLORADO TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Proud To Be A Military-Centric Online College. Colorado Technical University values members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and we understand that for many in the military, online colleges offer much-needed flexibility. Our convenient online degree programs give military members the freedom to attend classes when it's easier for them—a freedom that could mean the difference between having the time to pursue their academic goals or not—but that's not all we offer. As a military-centric online college, we have policies in place to help you balance your military and academic obligations.

AFSA CONTACT: Mercedes J. Moore | Military Education Liaison (MEL)  |  719-964-5106 - office/cell |  [email protected]