Academic Advisements

Education Services Specialists offer a wide range of academic advice including how to get started, what school to choose, what program to study, tools to research educational questions, whether or not to use distance learning, financial options, available basic skills courses, and more. Appointments are available throughout the day and walk-ins are always welcome.

Joint Service Transcript (JST) - Formerly SMART

Joint Service Transcript (JST) is an academically accepted record validated by the American Council on Education (ACE). The primary purpose of JST is to assist service members in obtaining college credit for their military experience.  Go to www.jst.doded.mil to create an account and look at what may have already been earned.  For questions or to report transcript errors, please call the local Education Office.

Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE)

Provided by 12 regionally accredited schools, NCPACE allows Marines and Sailors with Type 2 and 4 Unit Identification Code commands to continue their education through distance learning and instructor led classes. Course work is available for undergraduate and graduate degrees and may be transferable through the SOCDNS program. Sailors have first priority and Marines can register for classes when space is available. For more information, visit www.navycollege.navy.mil

Leadership Scholar Program (LSP)

The Leadership Scholar Program (LSP) assists honorably discharging active duty Marines in gaining admission to over 200 universities/colleges around the country. For more information, visit usmc-mccs.org

Military Academic Skills Program (MASP)

The Military Academic Skills Program is available to improve reading, mathematics, communications, and writing skills. The free 3-week course strengthens attendees’ foundations and builds confidence to start a college course or complete required career testing. It can also fulfill requirements for TA participation.

Online Academic Skills Course (OASC)

Achieve your long term career goals by building your academic skills. Looking to change job classifications or be considered for promotion? This has you covered. For more detailed information, CLICK HERE

Homework Help

Tutor.com allows Active Duty Marines to connect to a live tutor online at any time for one-to-one help with homework, studying, test prep, proofreading, and more. The service is available at no charge. For more detailed information, CLICK HERE

Additional Education Resources

Marine Corps University, College of Distance Education and Training
MarineNet, for Professional Military Education, language lessons, and personal and professional skills.
MCCS Library research databases and continuing education classes.
English Class

Contact Information

Higher Learning (Voluntary Ed. Program) - MCAS Beaufort

Bldg. 596, Room 211
40 Elrod St
MCAS Beaufort, SC 29904


Phone: 8432287754

Education Officer: 8432287754

Education Specialist: 8432887421

Education Specialist: 8432287474

Education Technician: 8432287484

Email: bfrt_vol_ed@usmc.mil

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Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday  0730-1700
Friday 0730-1600

Contact Information

Higher Learning (Voluntary Ed. Program) - MCRD Parris Island & ERR

Bldg 923, Room 42
355 Chosin Reservoir Rd.
MCRD Parris Island, SC 29905


Phone: 8432282132

Education Officer: 8432282132

Education Specialists: 8432282152

Education Specialists: 8432283889

Education Technician: 8432282086

Email: parr_vol_ed@usmc.mil

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Hours of Operation
Monday - Thurday  0730-1700
Friday 0730-1600
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