Military

Lamar University is a proud member of Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC).

Lamar is a proud member of the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges Consortium (SOC), which means that we are ready to accept non-traditional credits earned by service members who want to earn their bachelor's degree today. Military training, CLEP and other regionally accredited courses recommended by the American Council of Education (ACE) are accepted by Lamar for college credit in our Bachelor's Degree Completion program. Call 866.223.7675 and get your unofficial transcript review to accelerate your education today. Once you enroll, the roadmap to your bachelor's degree will give you the credit you deserve for you military service.

Military Spouses

A teaching career is a great option for military spouses. Lamar University knows that a master's degree in education can increase your career opportunities no matter where you live. A high quality online master's program that respects your time and makes the most of your military education dollars is an outstanding next step for military spouses who teach.

Lamar University is approved by MyCAA, which will pay for almost all your tuition expenses.

Start your MyCAA process today! We know that many of you may not know how to apply for and receive this outstanding benefit. Our team is well versed in helping you through the application process. Find out more by calling our enrollment specialists at 866.621.8096 or email our military specialist.

Military Members – Active Duty and Veterans

You have probably been 'teaching' for most of your career. If you found that this is your passion, then Lamar University can help you translate that experience into an effective career in America's schools. Our programs are ideal for service members as we bring the university to the student with classes that are available anytime, anywhere.

Lamar University is approved by the following programs that provide financial assistance to our military members to ensure that they reach their educational goals:

• Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Military Tuition Reimbursement

Lamar University is uniquely prepared to help you achieve your goals in education.

• We understand you don't control your schedule and deployments may temporarily halt your study
• You can study 24/7 – you take your classes on your time, not ours
• Our staff understand the needs of the military family

Call our enrollment specialists today at 866.223.7675 so that we can help you make the most of your educational experience. You can also email our military specialist.

Representative for Active Duty
Willie Broussard, Active Duty Military Advisor
Phone: 409.880.2138
Email: military@lamar.edu

Veterans Affairs Office
Norma Cumbaa, Veterans Military Advisor
Phone: 409.880.8437
Email: military@lamar.edu

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