100% Federal Tuition Assistance

The Army National Guard funds up to 100% of tuition costs and fees, not to exceed $250 per semester hour and will be limited to $4500 per person per fiscal year. Consult your local recruiter for the policy for the current fiscal year. Federal Tuition Assistance may be used in addition to the Montgomery G.I. Bill, Army National Guard G.I. Bill Kicker, Active Duty Montgomery G.I. Bill and Pell Grants.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Eligibility begins the day a person joins the Army National Guard, prior to boot camp or even while still in high school.
• Students need to complete courses in which Tuition Assistance is provided before their Expiration Term of Service date.
• Commissioned officers must agree to remain in the Guard for at least 4 years following completion of the course in which Tuition Assistance is provided.
• The college or university attended must be a nationally or regionally accredited institution.
• Tuition Assistance funds will not be disbursed without verification of enrollment.
• The institution must provide the soldier with documentation clearly describing the cost of each course.
• Student must remain a satisfactory participant in the Army National Guard.

State Military Tuition Assistance

Maryland offers tuition assistance beyond that covered by the 100% Federal Tuition Assistance Program and the Montgomery G.I. Bill. Some colleges and universities may also offer Guard members additional tuition waivers that are independent of the programs offered by the Army National Guard in their state. See the benefits page for more information.

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