4 Steps to Achieving Your Edu Goals in 2008

Week of January 07, 2008

The best way to reach a goal is to have a clear cut plan. Here are 4 steps you should take to getting a college degree or professional certificate in 2008.

Step One: Contact your local education services, Navy College Office or VA counselor to make an appointment to discuss Tuition Assistance, Top-Up and GI Bill Eligibility, CLEP Exams, and College credit for military service.

Step Two: Find a school that offers the degree that fits your goals. Schools offer a wide range of "Majors" or areas of concentration, finding a school that offers the degree you want in addition to accepting CLEP and Military Experience credits is very important. Start searching for schools here.

Step Three: Get organized - Making a commitment to getting a degree will require time management. Schedule your time carefully. This will take effort and tenacity. But remember: your goal is worth it.

Step Four: Start taking the classes needed to fulfill the requirements for the degree.

Step Five: Schedule CLEP exam dates. Schedule your 5 CLEP exams often enough to keep you on track for your goal, but spaced far enough apart to give you ample study time. One to two month intervals may work best to keep you on target.

View more about each of these 5 steps with tips what to look out for.

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