Yo, everyone! I’ve been hearing about how joining the military can help with college. Does anyone know exactly what these benefits are? Is it just tuition assistance or are there other perks too?
Hello there! You're correct that one of the most substantial benefits of serving in the military is tuition assistance, but it doesn't stop there. There are a few main programs that help service members pay for college:
1. Post 9/11 GI Bill: This is one of the most known benefits and can cover up to 100% of your tuition and fees if you served for three years. It also provides a monthly housing allowance and up to $1000 a year for books and supplies.
2. Yellow Ribbon Program: If you want to attend a private university or a graduate school that costs more than the GI Bill covers, the Yellow Ribbon Program can help. It's a collaboration between the VA and the school to cover the remainder.
3. Tuition Assistance: Active duty military members can receive up to $4500 per fiscal year for tuition.
4. College Loan Repayment: The army, navy, and air force all have programs that can help with repaying federal student loans.
Other than tuition support, there are other perks like gaining practical skills, leadership experience, and veteran preference for federal jobs. Lastly, certain colleges offer veteran-only scholarships and there's even priority registration for classes at some colleges. So, serving in the military can indeed provide a huge help with college expenses and other benefits!
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