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Marines

Academic Degree Program (ADP)
The Academic Degree Program (ADP) provides limited financial assistance for employees seeking an academic degree or professional license or certification. 
ADP Guidance

The guidelines for ADP can be found in MARADMIN 433/10 and established HQMC fiscal procedures:

Based on available funds, payment of costs associated with obtaining academic degrees that support workforce development and organizational objectives are authorized to recruit, develop, and retain a world-class workforce through planned, systemic, and structured programs of development. Programs must meet all of the following criteria:

  • The applicant has completed an assessment (one of the following: 180 degree, 360 degree, or a CWDA standard competency assessment); Individual Development Plan (IDP), and is enrolled or is seeking enrollment in the Civilian Mentoring Program.
  • Financial support for participants is approved by local Civilian Career Leadership Development Program (CCLDP) Administrators prior to attendance in courses documented on a Standard Form (SF) 182.
  • The requested program consists of a sequenced set of instructions or assignments that clearly supports organizational objectives.
    The requested program produces measurable improvement in either individual or organizational performance, and is preapproved and validated by the first and second level supervisor.
  • ADP is open to all civilians in all pay systems, except SES and NAF, who have their own programs. The degree program must be in a field that supports organizational objectives and produces improvement in organizational or individual performance.
Summary:
  • Must be seeking an academic degree, license or certification in an accredited institution
  • Must complete a skill assessment
  • Must complete an Individual Development Plan (IDP)
  • Enrolled or is seeking enrollment in the Civilian Mentoring Program
  • Applicant must sign a continued service agreement and agree to abide by all ADP procedures
  • Funding is limited and not guaranteed for every course
  • For further details, contact the MCCLDP Administrator by email at SMBHQMCCLDP@usmc.mil

This is a tuition assistance program, not a full scholarship

MARADMIN 433-10: Payment for Civilian Academic Degrees and Professional Credentials  Adobe Acrobat Document
HQMC Academic Degree Program (ADP) Handbook  Adobe Acrobat Document
HQMC Academic Degree Program (ADP) Application for License or Certification
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HQMC Academic Degree Program (ADP) Application for College Degree
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HQMC Academic Degree Program (ADP) Participant Acknowledgement
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Continued Service/Repayment Agreement  Adobe Acrobat Document
HQMC Civilian Leadership Development Program (CLDP) Individual Leadership Development Plan (ILDP)
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HQMC Civilian Mentoring Guide   Adobe Acrobat Document
SF-182  Adobe Acrobat Document

Academic Degree Program

ATTENTION:
Attention: The CLD Program needs Mentors! A very rewarding experience can be just at your fingertips! Become a vital part of the CLD Program – help to guide, develop, and lead our participants through their journey in CLD! to learn more about becoming a Mentor. 

PENTAGON OFFICE

Organizational and Workforce Management Section

Mailing Address:

Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps (HQMC) Code ARHM
3000 Marine Corps Pentagon
Room 2C253
Washington, DC 20350-3000

Email: smb.hqmc.arhb.trng@usmc.mil

Phone: 703-614-9088