Air Force Education Programs

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An F-35A Lightning II from the 461st Flight Test Squadron soars over Edwards Air Force Base on Sept. 15, 2017. (Chad Bellay/Lockheed Martin)
An F-35A Lightning II from the 461st Flight Test Squadron soars over Edwards Air Force Base on Sept. 15, 2017. (Chad Bellay/Lockheed Martin)

Like the other military branches the Air Force offers its members great opportunities to get a college education. These programs are generally referred to as Voluntary Education or Vol. Ed. 

Tuition Assistance

If you are Active Duty, the Air Force will pay up to 100% of your college tuition. Click here to get more information.

The Air University 

Previously known as the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) the Air University provides the full spectrum of Air Force education, encompassing precommissioning programs for new officers; graduate programs in specialized military disciplines; progressive, and career-long professional military development for officer, enlisted, and civilian Airmen.

Click here for details about the AU.

Other Air Force Education Resources

Air Force Aid Society (AFAS)

General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program

The General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program provides grants to selected family members of Air Force members who are:

  • Active duty
  • Title 10 AGR/Reserve
  • Title 32 AGR performing full-time active duty
  • Retired
  • Retired reserve
  • Deceased

The program pays up to $2,000 for all qualifying applicants.

Click here for details and learn about other AFAS programs.

Keep Up With Your Education Benefits 

Whether you need a guide on how to use your GI Bill, want to take advantage of tuition assistance and scholarships, or get the lowdown on education benefits available for your family, Military.com can help. Subscribe to Military.com to have education tips and benefits updates delivered directly to your inbox.

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