Veteran Resources
PLA credit for military training is one of the most widely used and accepted forms of PLA. In fact, there are a few forms of PLA specifically created for active duty and retired military personnel.
Get Credit for Military Experience
Each of the branches of military service has developed methods for documenting military training that the American Council in Education has evaluated for college credit. All public Tennessee colleges and universities will utilize the ACE transcripts, when available, in making decisions regarding military credit. ACE has its own useful resources for veterans on their website, along with instructions and links for ordering your military transcript.
Financial Resources for Veterans and Service Members
G.I. Bill Benefits: Qualified individuals enrolled in approved programs are entitled to receive education benefits equal to 36 months (the equivalent of four years of college) to pay for living expenses, tuition, fees and other costs incurred while pursuing education.
Recipients may not receive an amount that exceeds the maximum in-state amount of established charges at the most expensive public school in that state. That amount is further reduced for part-time study (i.e., half-time or less) if the actual charges are less than the educational benefit would otherwise be. The maximum allowance for books, supplies, equipment, and other educational costs is $1,000 per academic year, paid proportionately by term. For more information, check out U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs resources to learn more about what you can expect in government assistance.
Where to Get an Official Military Transcript
For information about obtaining your military transcript, follow the links below.
| Population | Official Transcript | Timeframe for Eligibility | Source for Transcript |
|---|---|---|---|
Army, Army reserves, and Army national Guard |
Ace Registry transcript |
Enlisted Soldiers |
Joint Services Transcript |
| Navy and Navy reserves | Ace Registry transcript |
Sailors who entered active duty after 1976 are eligible |
Joint Services Transcript |
Marine and Marine reserves |
Ace Registry transcript |
Active-duty Marines and Marines who left active duty after October 1, 1999, are eligible* |
Joint Services Transcript |
Air force, Air Force reserves, and Air National Guard |
Community College of the Air Force transcript |
Airmen who entered active duty after 1972 are eligible* |
The Air University |
| Coast Guard and Coast Guard reserves | Coast Guard Institute official transcript |
Active duty and reserve members are eligible |
Joint Services Transcript |
| Army National Guard | Army national guard official transcript |
Drilling members and Active Guard members are eligible |
Joint Services Transcript |
| All veterans from all branches | DD-214 official certificate of discharge | *Any veteran or service member may obtain a DD-214, include those who do not meet the time frame requirements for the services listed above. |
National Personnel Records Center Military Personnel Records 9700 Page Avenue St Louis, MO 63132 |