MISSION: To lead the post-secondary educational achievement of military veterans and those military-affiliated student populations through mentorship and professional development.

VISION: To become a model of excellence by providing best in class access to post-secondary education and true advocacy on the part of the military-affiliated and traditionally under-served student populations.

On this site, you will find some of our favorite online resources available to support military servicemembers and veterans. Learn more about these offerings below!

For more information please contact the Trident Military Assistance Center today.  We’re available Monday – Friday at 855-783-3822.

We provide an online directory of comprehensive resources addressing financial as well as estate planning services.

• Federal Loan Resource Guide for Military and Veteran Students
• Free Tax Preparation Program
• Scholarship Search
  • William “Joe” Gainey Scholarship for Senior Enlisted Leaders
  • Military Success Scholarship
  • Fall Scholarship Opportunities
  • Council of College and Military Educators (CCME) Scholarships – deadline October 31, 2019
• Educational Debt Assistance for Veterans
• DANTES Education Toolbox

We provide an online directory of transition resources such as resume writing/interview tips and techniques, training programs, information regarding apprenticeships, intern-/extern-ships, and translating military skills and training to align with civilian career areas.

• Trident’s Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies
• Trident Mentor/Protégé Program – interested in being either a Mentor to a Trident student/alumnus, or being connected with a Trident Mentor? Email us.
• Centurion Military Alliance (CMA)
• Recruit Military
• Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)
• DANTES Education Toolbox

We provide an online directory for assisting students and/or prospective students in achieving their educational goals.

• Tutoring Services
  • Downloadable PDF Factsheet
  • Check your eligibility
• ACE Military Guide Online
• Joint Services Transcript (JST) for Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Marines
• CLEP/DANTES Testing Information
• DANTES Education Toolbox

Talk With Your Ed Office
Military students requesting Tuition Assistance (TA) must speak with their local education office to determine their tuition assistance benefits and receive guidance prior to enrolling at Trident. If you have questions for Trident please direct them to TMAC@trident.edu

1. Speak with your local Education Office to ensure your eligibility for tuition assistance and complete any required training (each branch may have a slightly different process and requirements).
2. Ensure you are following your service branch requirements including the time frame to submit your tuition assistance application.
3. Questions regarding your tuition assistance approval or requirements should be directed to your local education office.

Do you have questions about essay writing or forget how to use APA style? Watch this video to learn how to write a well written paper at Trident.

We provide an online directory of resources to address health, benefits, morale, and welfare.

• VA Health Care Benefits Overview
• Mental Wellness Resource for service members, veterans and military families
• National Center for PTSD
  • How I Have Handled My Post-Traumatic Stress by Philip F. Johndrow
• DANTES Education Toolbox
• Vet Tix – Give Something to Those Who Gave
• Women Vets on Point – Mental health support for Los Angeles County women veterans

For more information please contact the Trident Military Assistance Center today.  We’re available Monday – Friday at 855-783-3822.

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