College Choices, Credit Exams, & Financial Aid Options
Air Force College Options:
Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)

CCAF is the largest community college in the world, and the only one in the Department of Defense, was activated in 1972 to gain academic recognition for technical training conducted by Air Force schools.
    The CCAF offers 67 degrees in 5 areas:
         •  Aircraft / Missile Maintenance
         •  Electronics / Telecommunications
         •  Allied Health
         •  Logistics / Resources
         •  Public / Support Services
AU-ABC Program
AU-ABC is the Air University Associate to Baccalaureate Cooperative Program. AU-ABC is an initiative between the Air Force and civilian higher education institutions to offer baccalaureate degree opportunities to every Air Force enlisted member.
The program directs Airmen with Associate in Applied Science degrees to a collection of accredited "military friendly" colleges and universities to consider when completing a four-year degree.
Civilian College Options:
    There are several colleges offering undergraduate and graduate courses right here on Misawa Air Base. Here is a brief overview:
Continuing Education Options
  Central Texas College
  CTC - 222-8208
•
 Offers classes towards AA or CCAF degree
•
 Night classes, video and CD, and distance learning
  University of Maryland University College
  UMUC - 222-8290
•
 Offers classes towards AA, BA, or BS
•
 Day and night classes and distance learning
  Schedule of Classes: www.asia.umuc.edu*
* Informational only. No endorsement intended.
  University of Phoenix
  UoP - 226-3687
•
 Offers Masters Degrees in Management, Education, and Business Administration
•
 Masters Degree programs are a blended program (both on site and online)
•
 Bachelors Degree programs are all online
  Troy University
  226-3748
•
 Offers Master of Science in International Relations
•
 Offers undergraduate degrees online
 
 

Financial Assistance for Spouses and Dependents

 Spousal Tuition Assistance  Program (STAP)
    • Awards up to $300
    • For AF Spouses only
    • Contact AFRC at 226-4735 for
       more information
    • For AF Spouses only
 Misawa Officers’ Spouses Club (MOSC)
    • Awards up to $300
    • See: http://www.misawaosc.org/main/node/7
       for more information
 Misawa Social Network (MSN)
    • Awards up to $400
    • Contact MisawaSocialNetwork@gmail.com for
       more information
Save your valuable time and hard-earned money... Earn some quick credits?
CLEP
DANTES
Excelsior Exams
•  Taking these tests will help complete your
   CCAF degree
•  Free for Military Personnel
   Helpful Information before taking
   CLEP, DANTES, or Excelsior Exams:
•  
 Base Library may have study guides and materials
•  
 Look online for guides and study materials
•  
 www.petersons.com/airforce has free online practice tests. Enter Activation Code FL5205 for Misawa AB.

Want to know more?
Call 226-4201 or stop by Building 653, Room 203. We are here to help make your educational dreams a reality.

 


FORCE DEVELOPMENT FLIGHT
Bldg. 653 Room 203
( Behind the Torii Building)
226-4201
Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
 
UPDATED: 12/10/2008
University of Maryland
University College

Spring Session 1 Registration
19 Jan 7:30 am -4:30 pm
@ Education Center, Bldg. 653
Check the schedule of classes HERE*
*Informational only, does not imply AF endorsement.
Offering on-site and DE classes
Come sign up for the spring term at UMUC!
UMUC Office: Building 653 • 222-8290
Open daily from 8 am – 5 pm
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration
Only 12 classes, 36 credits to
complete this degree program!
Sign Up NOW!
Registration deadline 15 January!
Classes held 1 night per week, 6 - 10 pm
No GRE, GMAT or thesis required.
Call for details and special discounts!
226-3687
Troy University
MS in International Relations
- More classes available online -
Register NOW for next term!
Hybrid Classes: Half On-Site, Half Online
Call 226-3748 or e-mail for more information
Central Texas College

Undergraduate Degree Programs
Getting started is easy!!
 Call today tp find out about
signing up for next term.
Call for details 222-8208
Need money for college?
SPOUSE TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (STAP) Term III Application Period:
8 - 19 December, 2008
If you are an Air Force spouse attending college classes while stationed overseas, you can receive financial assistance to fund your degree. STAP provides 50% tuition assistance (up to $300 per term). Applications are available at the Airman and Family Readiness Center or the Base Education Office. Submit completed applications to the Education Office.

Weighted Airmen Promotion System 
(WAPS) Testing Information 

The 08E8 test will begin 3 - 14 December 
if you have any questions, please contact: 
WAPS.Testing@misawa.af.mil 
     Career Assistance Advisor Corner
Know someone who is thinking about leaving the Air Force? Want to provide enlisted career counseling, but not sure how? Do you have questions about your future, and want to discuss your options? Do you have questions about enlisted retraining opportunities or Air Force benefi ts? Want career guidance tailored to meet your needs? Contact your Career Assistance Advisor, at 226-STAY (7829).
Did you know?
Troy University will accept AF tuition assistance for a 2nd Masters for the Master of Science in International Relations program. Please call Troy University at 226-3748 for more information.
Also, make sure you scatch Troy University's FREE International Relations Seminars each college term!
Good News for all UMUC Students!
UMUC Misawa now has a resident Academic Advisor!
Please schedule an appointment to determine how close you are to completing your degree!!!
Call 222-8290 or email: fmisawa@asia.umuc.edu

When you PCS...
Don't forget to stop by the Education and Training Flight to update your information if you are leaving or arriving at Misawa.

   Accessing Your Military Education Record is Easy!
Log on to the Air Force Portal, then under "Top Viewed Careers" tab, click on Air Force Virtual Education Center link. Choose the Misawa Education Center. If you do not have that option, then your information may not be current. A quick stop by our office will update your records! This gives you access to apply for Tuition Assistance, check CCAF Progress Reports, or request a CCAF transcript, as well as to study guides and officer commissioning information.