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:
   Opportunities to begin and complete secondary certificates, as well as associate, baccalaureate and masters degrees are available at the various colleges and universities offering on-base programs. Adult institutions represented on base are:
         •  Central Texas College
         •  University of Maryland
         •  University of Phoenix
         •  Troy University
 

Financial Assistance for Spouses and Dependents

 Spousal Tuition Assistance  Program (STAP)
    • Awards up to $350
    • For AF Spouses only
    • Contact AFRC at 226-4735 for
       more information
 Misawa Officers’ Spouses Club (MOSC)
    • Awards up to $350
    • See: http://www.misawaosc.org/main/node/7
       for more information
 Misawa Enlisted Spouses Club (MESC)
    • Awards up to $200
Save your valuable time and hard-earned money... and 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:
•  
 Check the Base Library may for 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
226-4201
Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
 
UPDATED: 05/02/2012
 
Need money for college?
AIR FORCE AID SOCIETY
Spouse Tuition Assistance Program (STAP)

   The Air Force Aid Society provides tuition assistance for spouses of active duty members in the amount of $1,500 dollars per year. This amount is provided to help spouses with up to 50% of unmet tuition costs and the $1,500 dollars is divided up by terms.
   There are 5 terms in a year here at Misawa. The most a spouse could qualify for it $300 per term. AFAS STAP is only available for use with one of the local colleges on-base.
   Apply from the comfort of your home by visiting:
https://aiportal.acc.af.mil/stap
STAP for Other Military Branches:
Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Spouse Tuition Assistance: Please call 226-3721 during normal office hours on Tues 0800-1200 or Thurs 1230-1530, to get further information on application procedures and deadlines.
Army Emergency Relief Spouse Education Assistance Program (SEAP): Applications and further program information are available online at the following location: http://www.aerhq.org/education_spouseeducation.asp.  Applications must be mailed to AER HQ and postmarked NLT each term’s deadline.
     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 benefits? Want career guidance tailored to meet your needs? Contact your Career Assistance Advisor, at 226-STAY (7829).

   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.