Degree Programs at MCAS Cherry Point

Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)

The DANTES vision is to be a leader in expanding quality voluntary education opportunities and services to Service members and veterans. DANTES mission is to create, direct, and manage superior education solutions designed to enrich Service members and veterans by providing leadership and support through effective partnerships across the Department of Defense and education community.

• For further information, visit DANTES.

Afloat Education

The Marine Corps Afloat Education Program provides undergraduate level courses to Marines aboard ship.  These programs are provided by Park University utilizing Marine instructors. Call 252-466-2655

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Tuition Assistance DECIDE

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CLEP and DSST Study Information

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