The military encourages servicemembers to use all programs available, whether they are from federal, military-related, or private sources. There are many out there, and you'll likely find more than one to suit your educational needs.
Here are a few places to get you started.
Tuition Assistance: This is a financial assistance program that provides active-duty personnel 100% funding of tuition costs.
The Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB): Provides up to 36 months of education benefits during active duty and is worth up to $47,556. Payments are paid directly to you.
Federal Student Aid: Federal loans, grants and tuition programs are available to meet a variety of financial needs. Work-study programs are also available.
Military Scholarships: There are over $300 million worth of scholarships for the military community on Military.com
In addition to these 4 benefits, you can attend military friendly schools that give you college credit for military service. This will save you money and help you graduate faster. Find military friendly schools now.
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