national guard education resources
Covers up to $250/semester hour for up to 16 credit hours per fiscal year for eligible Soldiers pursuing off-duty education at accredited colleges.
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Step-by-step guide to setting up a GoArmyEd/ArmyIgnitED account and submitting tuition assistance requests before class start dates.
Financial Aid & Tuition
Reference page listing the official approved payment rates, per-credit-hour limits and allowable fees under the Federal Tuition Assistance program.
Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA)
Hub page covering all GI Bill options available to Guard members, including Post-9/11 (Ch. 33), Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (Ch. 1606) and the Army National Guard Kicker.
How to Apply for Federal Tuition Assistance
For Soldiers with 90+ days of active duty post-9/11. Can cover up to 100% of tuition, plus a housing allowance and book stipend. Benefits may be transferable to dependents.
Authorized Rates and Fees for FTA
An education program that applies to veterans who served on active active duty or AGR
GI Bill Programs Overview
The MGIB-SR is a benefit administered by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA) that provides basic educational assistance for traditional/M-day Soldiers actively serving in the Selected Reserve.
Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
A supplement to the Montgomery GI Bill for Soldiers in critical MOSs and units, paying up to $350/month (up to $12,600 over 36 months) on top of standard GI Bill benefits.
What to know 9
Overview of broader financial aid options beyond military-specific programs, including federal grants, loans and work-study programs available to Guard Soldiers and families.
What to know 10
Information on Guard-affiliated scholarships such as DEDNG, GRFD, and Minuteman Scholarships, covering tuition, room/board, book stipends and monthly allowances for full-time students.
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