Student veteran considerations
Masato ItohShidler College of Business (2015 MBA)Major, USMC Reserve
Education
Transition Marketable skills Social re-integration
Structure and purpose
Veteran categories
Mid-career
Reserve
Retirees
Active duty Self-funded Government funded
Mid-career
Involvement and identity 4-10 year junior officers Extra curricular activities
Career search and marketable skills Focused (i.e. finance, real estate, accounting)
Reserve
Clear mobilization policies Leave of absence Deferred Admission
Timely refunds and admin support for GI Bill
Retiree
Older age Family
Flexibility
Active Duty
Government-funded Accelerated programs
Self-funded Flexibility Distance education resources
Admissions
Rigid timelines – EAS or change of duty station Rolling admissions Accelerated admission process
Aversion to self promotion Letters of recommendation Essays
Consideration for experience
General Considerations
Post 9/11 GI Bill Administrative resources
Career transition Internships Career development Industry interaction/mentorship
Credit for military education