I've read somewhere about college book grants available for military personnel. It's pretty interesting, but I don't know much detail. Anyone familiar with these?
Sure, I can provide some insight on book grants for military personnel. There are indeed several types of grants and programs designed to help military personnel cover the cost of college textbooks.
One significant program is the Military Tuition Assistance (TA) program. Although this program primarily covers tuition expenses, it may also be used to cover the cost of textbooks in some cases. The specifics of the program can vary depending on the branch of service, so I'd recommend checking with your Education Services Officer (ESO) for detailed information.
Another option is the Post-9/11 GI Bill, which provides an annual books-and-supplies stipend of $1,000, in addition to tuition coverage and a housing allowance. This is offered to service members who have at least 90 days of aggregate active duty service after Sept. 10, 2001, or those discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days.
Lastly, there exists a range of scholarships and grants from private organizations. For instance, the ThanksUSA Scholarship program offers book allowances, among other types of financial assistance, to military families.
Keep in mind regulations and amounts can change, so always double-check with your ESO or the organization offering the grant. And remember, these programs are all designed with the goal of alleviating the financial burden of education for military personnel.
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