Before you pick a school, you may want to do some online research to determine which schools offer military spouse discounts. A quick Google search for "military spouse college" will return dozens of schools that offer programs just for those married to members of the U.S. military. If you have already chosen a school, you want to talk to your career counselor and financial department and ask about any potential military spouse benefits.
The National Military Family Association offers information on going back to school. The association's
website, www.nmfa.org, offers information on getting started, picking a program that's right for you, picking schools and scholarship and payment information. The association also offers information on picking a career path that can travel with you as you travel with your spouse.
As a military spouse, you may be a legal resident of another state, but this does not mean you cannot qualify for in-state tuition as a military spouse. According to information from www.milspouse.com, many states will allow military family members to attend classes as in-state students, which can mean a significantly cheaper tuition.
Many military installations have scholarship programs for military spouses and family members. Have your spouse ask his chain of command for more information. These scholarships are generally through the officer's wives club or other private organizations and are offered only to spouses stationed at that military installation.
Through www.military.com, military spouses can be linked up with military friendly schools and scholarship information. The website requires you to register, but there is no charge. In addition to helping you find military friendly schools, the website can link you with career counselors and program information for either online programs or traditional schools.