“We are proud to partner with AMVETS, which has a long history of supporting American veterans,” said Rick Rattray, Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships at Kaplan University. “This agreement is meant to help veterans and their families meet their personal and professional goals by providing them with the flexibility of pursuing their education online from a regionally accredited University.”
Veterans who enroll in online Kaplan associate’s degree programs through AMVETS may earn up to $3,600 in tuition vouchers over the course of their degree program, and those enrolled in online bachelor’s degree programs can earn up to $7,200. Kaplan will award up to 100 vouchers per calendar year for its online degree programs. The veteran’s organization will sponsor an essay-writing contest to select award recipients.
AMVETS National Cmdr. John P. “J.P.” Brown III commended Kaplan for making this commitment to the brave men and women who have answered the call to serve.
“Our veterans have shown that they are capable leaders on the battlefield—it’s time to give them the opportunity to lead in their community,” said Cmdr. Brown. “It all starts with a quality education, which Kaplan University has stepped up to provide.”
Contact Kaplan University or call AMVETS directly at 301-683-4031 to learn more about the new Kaplan University Veteran Discount.
Kaplan University, based in Davenport, Iowa, is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). The University offers more than 100 academic programs and currently serves more than 38,000 online and on-ground students, with support centers in Fort Lauderdale, Chicago and Phoenix.
About AMVETS
A leader since 1944 in preserving the freedoms secured by America’s armed forces, AMVETS provides support for veterans and the active military in procuring their earned entitlements, as well as community services that enhance the quality of life for this nation’s citizens. AMVETS is one of the largest congressionally-chartered veterans’ service organizations in the United States, and includes members from each branch of the military, including the National Guard and Reserves. To learn more visit www.amvets.org.
About Kaplan Higher Education
Kaplan University is part of Kaplan Higher Education, which serves more than 75,000 students through 70 campus-based schools across the United States and in Europe. It also has online programs through Kaplan Virtual Education and Concord Law School of Kaplan University. Kaplan Higher Education schools offer a spectrum of academic opportunities, from high school diplomas to graduate and professional degrees, including a Juris Doctor degree. Kaplan Higher Education is part of Kaplan, Inc., a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO). For more information, visit www.Kaplan.com.
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