State Funded Programs Listing

The Alabama National Guard Education Assistance Program provides tuition reimbursement of $500 per semester or quarter. No more than $1,000 annually.

Operation Family Shield
Operation Family Shield provides refunds to Alabama service men and women who paid tuition prior to being activated as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The program also provides Operation Family Shield Scholarships to cover tuition costs for the spouses and dependents of Alabama service men and women who have been activated as part of current U.S. military operations This special program is available at the state’s public two-year community and technical colleges and Athens State University. These scholarships are available after all other financial assistance has been applied.


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The State of Alaska funded two educational programs for the AKARNG. The first program is the University of Alaska Tuition Scholarship Program that pays up to 100% tuition only for all courses taken within the University of Alaska system. The next program is the Alaska Tuition Reimbursement Program (ATRP) that pays up to 100% of all tuition and fees up to a maximum of $2000 per state fiscal year. The reimbursement program pays for tuition/certifications/licenses at universities/trade schools other than the University of Alaska.

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Reimbursement shall equal the amount expended for tuition related to the class, not to exceed two hundred and fifty ($250.00) dollars per semester hour with an annual cap of six thousand five hundred dollars ($6500.00) per state fiscal year (1 Jul – 30 Jun). Members of the Arizona National Guard are also eligible for in-state tuition rates while a member of the Guard.

• Priority 1: Any Arizona National Guard member with less than ten years of military service working towards an associates degree, first bachelor degree, or attending a trade school.
• Priority 2: Any Arizona National Guard member, with ten (10) years or more of service, working towards their first associate’s or first bachelor’s degrees and/or trade schools.
• Priority 3: : Any Arizona National Guard member, regardless of time in service, working on their Second Bachelors, Masters, etc.
• Priority 4: Any Arizona National Guard member who submits their application after the fifteen (15) calendar days of the first day of class (late submissions).
  Purple Heart Program Purple Heart recipients, soldiers who receive an injury that leads to a discharge, and spouses and dependents of service members who died while on duty, are eligible to receive tuition waivers at any state supported two- or four-year institution. Also combat wounded Guardsman may use the Purple Heart program for Spouses and dependents
  

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Provides tuition assistance benefits for soldiers and airmen attending Arkansas public and private Colleges/Universities. $1,000 per semester for full-time student; pro-rated for less than full time. May receive up to 8 semesters. The GTAP is a state funded program and eligibility for these benefits is based on funding availability. Funded biennially by state legislature, currently at $500,000 per academic year.

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No State Tuition Assistance Program at this time.

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The percentage awarded is up to 100%. Actual % is determined each semester in accordance with the amount of funding available, and the number of applicants. Any state funded Colorado school is eligible. Participants must be a member of good drilling standings through out the course of the semester funded. This program covers tuition only no fees are included. The soldier must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 for eligibility. Visit www.coloradoguard.com (state tuition assistance) for more information.

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100% Tuition Waiver Program: Any active member of the Connecticut National Guard in good standing and a resident of Connecticut, is entitled to a 100% waiver of the tuition costs at any Connecticut state (public) university, community-technical college or regional vocational-technical school. The waiver of costs applies only to tuition for individuals enrolled or accepted for admission (matriculation) to state institutions on a full-time or part-time basis in an undergraduate degree-granting program. To utilize the tuition waiver, guard members must be full-time matriculated student at one of the four state universities (full-time study is defined as 12 credit hours or more per semester); full-time or part-time matriculated student at the University of Connecticut or any one of the community-technical colleges; or full-time, matriculated student in an adult apprentice or extension program, for which "tuition” is charged, at state regional vocational-technical schools.
Veterans Waiver Program
Veterans may attend Connecticut Public Colleges and Universities tuition free. Connecticut statutes provide that tuition may be waived for qualified veterans attending the University of Connecticut, Connecticut State Universities and the 12 Community-Technical Colleges. Waivers cover only the cost of tuition for credit-bearing undergraduate and graduate programs. Other charges, such as for books, student activity and course fees, parking, and room and board, are not waived. To qualify for a waiver at the University of Connecticut and Connecticut State Universities, veterans generally must be matriculated, that is, admitted to a degree program. The Community- Technical Colleges are more flexible. Remember to take a copy of your separation papers with you when applying for admission and registering for courses. Tuition waivers for veterans cover 100% of tuition for General Fund courses at all public colleges and universities and 50% for Extension Fund and Summer courses at Connecticut State Universities. To be eligible for veterans' tuition benefits at any college or university, a veteran must be honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces and must have resided in Connecticut for at least one year upon enrolling in college. The veteran does not have to be currently serving.
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State institution tuition shall be reimbursed up to 100% (not including fees) or the Maximum Allowable Fair Percentage Formula (based on state funding), not to exceed the in-resident rate for any active member of the Delaware National Guard. Fees will be considered only if funding permits. Must enroll in and attend a school, college or university within the State of Delaware (any institution). If a member chooses to attend a Delaware private institution, the amount for the benefit shall be equal to the average tuition of the Delaware public institutions or the Maximum Allowable Fair Percentage Formula (based on state funding), which offer the course or courses. Soldiers attending institutions within the state but who live outside the state are eligible to participate.

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No government-funded program at this time.

Florida offers two Educational Assistance Programs to both Army and Air National Guard Personnel. The Educational Dollars for Duty (EDD) Program pays up to 100% of tuition and approved fees. The State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP) is a 50% waiver of tuition and approved fees. Both programs can be used at the 28 Florida Community Colleges and 11 Florida Public Universities to obtain up to a bachelors degree. Service members are charged the Florida resident rate for tuition when utilizing these programs. Particular requirements for each program are listed below:
Educational Dollars for Duty (EDD) 100% at any state school or university up to a BA degree.

Service member has 5 years to use benefit from date of eligibility.

Must have less than 15 years of service.

Must have joined the FLNG after 1 July 97.

Service member has a three-year obligation after completing degree or from last semester of usage of
funds. Service member is required to sign agreement prior to utilization of the program.


State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP) 50% waiver at any state school or university up to a BA degree.

Service member has 10 years to use benefit from date of eligibility.

Must have less than 15 years of service..

Waiver can be used in conjunction with Federal Tuition Assistance.

Service member has a three-year obligation after completing degree or from last semester waiver was
granted. Service member is required to sign agreement prior to utilization of the program.


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Currently the State of Georgia has an approved statute entitled Service Cancelable Education Loan Fund. May provide up to 100% of the tuition charges; not to exceed $3,368.00 per school year: Up to $1,684 per semester or $1,123 per quarter. Limited to baccalaureate degree only. Soldiers who already have a baccalaureate degree are not eligible for this program. Must be a legal resident of Georgia and be a member in good standing of the GA National Guard. Loan is repaid through continued membership and good standing in the Guard.

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There is no state tuition assistance program for Guam at this time.

Hawaii Army National Guard has a "Pay for Credits Successfully Completed" state tuition assistance program. Qualified soldiers attending any campus in the University of Hawaii system of schools will receive 100% tuition assistance reimbursement towards undergraduate, graduate, law, and medical degrees. This program applies to Spring and Fall semester resident tuition.

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Tuition assistance pays up to $120 per semester for full-time students who are attending a school within the state. The school can be either public or private. Must be members of the IDARNG in good standing.

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100% guaranteed college tuition at any Illinois state supported school after 1 year in the Illinois Army or Air National Guard. Applies to ALL soldiers through the rank of Captain. May be used through Ph.D. level. May only be used while serving in the National Guard. If you have served at least 5 years in the Illinois National Guard and at least six months on Active Duty Title 10, you are eligible to receive the grant for up to one year following discharge from the Guard.
Illinois Veterans Grant
Servicemembers who are residents of Illinois at least six month prior to serving on active duty, and who serve at least one year on Active Duty Title 10 or at least one day in a combat zone, then remain Illinois residents within six months of returning from Active Duty, are eligible to attend any Illinois state supported school tuition free for four years. Eligibility for this grant does not expire.
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The State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana (SSACI) will offer up too 100% tuition grants (NGSG) to eligible members of the Indiana National Guard. The grants are available for the first associate and the first bachelor degree to students attending an Indiana State funded college or university. Students may use the MGIB with the NGSG. Must be Indiana resident and have no AWOLs in the twelve months prior to applying for the grant.

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National Guard Education Assistance Program – (NGEAP) pays 100% towards the cost of attendance at an Iowa Regent (state universities) or community colleges. Funds may be used at approved Iowa private colleges & universities, but awards will not exceed 100% of the Regent (State University) FT rate.

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Can receive up to 100% of tuition and fees paid based on funding, which leads to the award of a certificate, diploma, or degree, through a baccalaureate degree. Cannot be used for graduate or professional degrees. Must attend a state-supported university, community college, or vocational school; be a resident of the State of Kansas; cannot have more than 15 years total time in service; must maintain satisfactory participation in the Kansas National Guard; must make satisfactory progress toward degree completion. The award shall not exceed the amount of the tuition and required fees charged by the highest state educational institution minus any amounts received from a government agency, an educational institution, charity, public education trust or other entity that pays directly towards tuition and fees. Does not include Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB). Soldiers will be required to serve in the Kansas National Guard for such member’s current service obligation plus 3 months service for each semester, or part thereof, of assistance received. Enlisted Kansas Army and Air National Guard members ONLY.

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Up to or equal to the in-state tuition at any Kentucky, state-supported university, community college, or technical school; based on availability of funds. Must be an active member of the Kentucky National Guard, maintain all minimum standards, be eligible for all positive personnel actions, and complete basic training. Based on availability of funds appropriated and priority. First priority goes to those pursuing first undergraduate program.

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The National Guard State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP) provides tuition exemption (100%) at all LA public institutions of higher learning. Participants can use the benefit for five academic years (15 semesters/20 quarters) or until receipt of a baccalaureate degree. Participants must meet residency and academic requirements at institutions they plan to attend.

Enhanced STEP allows Soldiers in a period of a six year reenlistment to pursue a degree at the next higher level, up to the masters and professional level. Participants can use the benefit for an additional four academic years (12 semesters/16 quarters) or until receipt of degree at the masters or professional level. The allowance to utilize STEP for a professional degree expires 1 July 2009.

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Maine's State Tuition Program offers up to 100% of tuition and fees at any Maine-based regionally accredited public post-secondary institution based upon availability of funds. This may include mandatory fees and lab fees but excluding all other expenses such as book charges and room and board. Maine-based regionally accredited private colleges and universities also qualify but are capped at the University of Maine tuition rate. All participants qualify for in-state tuition rates, regardless of state of residency.
To qualify, members must

• Be a member of the Maine National Guard on or before the first day of class for the semester, trimester, quarter, or term.
• Have successfully completed basic training or received a commission on or before the first day of class for the semester, trimester, quarter, or term.
• Be a satisfactory participant in the Maine National Guard. An “unsatisfactory participant” is a member of the Maine National Guard who has accumulated 9 or more unexcused absences from unit training assemblies within a 12 month period, or who, without proper authority, fails to attend or complete the entire period of annual training.
• Enter into a written contractual commitment with the Maine National Guard to serve in the Maine National Guard for at least one year beyond the end of the term for which Education Assistance is granted.

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• State Tuition Wavier (STW) - "Up Front" waive 25-50% of tuition cost for members of the MDARNG attending Maryland State colleges and universities. Soldier just shows Military ID Card and letter from unit commander.
• State Tuition Assistance (STA) - Reimburses soldiers up to 50% of their tuition and related fees after verification of grade of "C" or better for undergraduate course. Not available if receiving reimbursement from any other source.

Both programs may be used in conjunction with Federal Tuition Assistance and the MGIB.

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The Educational Assistance Program waives the cost of tuition (100%) for Massachusetts National Guard soldiers attending a Massachusetts State college, university, or community college program that is funded through the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education. May be applied towards an associate, bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree in addition to individual fulfillment programs, provided the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education funds the course or program.

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The State Education Reimbursement Program is designed to offset tuition and education cost for members of the Michigan National Guard, 50% reimbursement of tuition costs up to $2,000 per academic year, who enroll in approved courses of instruction offered at colleges, universities, technical colleges and vocational/trade schools in Michigan. Reimbursement may be used for the repayment of loans, textbooks and other expenses a member may accrue during the academic year. Additionally, the Michigan National Guard has worked with several Michigan universities and colleges to offer tuition grants (up to 45% discount on tuition) to Michigan National Guard members. These grants, used in conjunction with other available tuition assistance programs and the Montgomery GI Bill, can enable Guard members to attend selected colleges and universities at no cost.

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This program reimburses Minnesota Guard members (Captains and below) up to 100% of the tuition and textbook cost at any school approved for Veterans Benefits. The maximum benefit is 80% of the per credit rate at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus.

Leadership Excellence and Dedicated Service (LEADS) Scholarship The Minnesota National Guard will award a maximum of 30 - $1,000 LEADS Scholarships to selected high school seniors who become a member of the Minnesota National Guard. Guard members may receive this scholarship in addition to the Minnesota State Tuition Reimbursement.
For additional information, contact: education@mn.ngb.army.mil
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SEAP pays, per semester, $375.00 to community colleges and $750.00 to colleges and universities for tuition, books and or fees. To qualify for these funds, soldiers most be residents of Mississippi, a registered voter, and have completed Basic Training. They must maintain a 2.0 GPA per semester to continue to receive SEAP. These funds are available for Summer school. Soldiers can use SEAP for up to 10 years after the first time they use it. SEAP funds can be used for an Associate and or Bachelor degree. In addition, by Mississippi law, out-of-state tuition is waived for any non-Mississippian resident who is a member of the Mississippi National Guard and attending a Mississippi public college or university..

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Members of the Missouri National Guard prior to 1 April 2001 are eligible to receive a maximum of thirty-nine (39) credit hours per academic year or equivalent for personnel with less than 10 years of service as determined by their PEBD. The total award may not exceed the semester hour cost charged a Missouri resident at the University of Missouri. A total of a maximum of 150 credit hours or a Bachelor's degree, whichever comes first, will be supported based on availability of funding. Members of the Missouri National Guard who enlisted on or before 1 April 2001, and have less than 10 years total service, are authorized 100% tuition assistance for all classes beginning after 1 Jan 2005. Members who enlist after 1 April 2001 and have less than 10 years total service will be authorized 75% tuition assistance. Only soldiers without a bachelor’s degree are eligible to receive benefits under this program. Officers, without a bachelor’s degree, are covered without regard to years of service. Funding is provided on a first come first served basis; based on availability. To remain eligible for State Sponsored Education Assistance soldiers must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

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Available to eligible members of the Montana Army and Air National Guard. Must have less than 14 years service for pay and have a 6-year service obligation. Eligible applicants may receive up to $500.00 per semester based on full time student status (lesser amounts for less than full time). The Scholarship can only be used for attendance at a Montana State Institution of higher learning, undergraduate degree-granting program or VA approved Montana training program. The Scholarship Program is based on available funding.

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Available to Nebraska resident members who have not yet earned a bachelors degree. May use for 10 years from date of enlistment in the Nebraska Army National Guard. Pays 75% of tuition at accredited, not for profit, Nebraska institutions, not to exceed the UNL rate. Is available to enlisted members and those officers without a BA. All applications for State Tuition Assistance are completed on-line. For further information on the eligibility, regulation governing this program, and the application process - go to:


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Provides 100% tuition waiver (does not include tech and health fees) for new recruits at state schools. No limit on number of credits taken. Does not include medical, dental or law school. Not available for summer school students. Available for traditional classroom education only; does not cover correspondence, independent study or online instruction. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA per semester.

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The Education Assistance Act allows NH guardsmen to attend state-supported schools, on a space available basis, and receive a waiver of tuition after applicable benefits are applied, up to 100% of the tuition. Tuition costs not covered by benefits for which the soldier is eligible are waived by the schools. The New Hampshire National Guard Scholarship is awarded annually for up to $500. Anyone in the Guard can apply and receive up to $500 annually.

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State law provides tuition free enrollment to any member of the New Jersey National Guard in good standing at any New Jersey State (public) institution of higher education. Members may register for up to 15 credits per semester providing the member has completed Initial Active Duty Training. The service member must be accepted to pursue a course of undergraduate or graduate study at one of the thirty-one (31) public institutions and be in good standing at that institution. State law also extends these same benefits to certain surviving spouses and children of New Jersey National Guard members.

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The New Mexico National Guard Tuition Scholarship Program will pay 100% per semester towards the cost of tuition for eligible members of the New Mexico National Guard. This scholarship provides eligible members of the New Mexico National Guard an opportunity to pursue and complete up to a baccalaureate degree for professional and personal development by defraying a major portion of educational tuition expenses. Eligibility applies to any member of the New Mexico National Guard who has completed Basic Training or is a member of the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP), and who is a satisfactory participant as defined in National Guard regulations, with no current suspension of favorable personnel actions (ARNG). A participating member can not have any unsatisfactory participation, AWOL, UCMJ actions, or have been administratively reduced in rank due to unfavorable actions. The member must maintain a cumulative academic grade point average (GPA) of a 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 grading scale (waiverable). The scholarship applies to students pursuing their first post-secondary degree or vocational training at any state supported institution. Not to exceed 130 semester hours while participating in this program.

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The Recruitment Incentive and Retention Program pays 100% of the cost of tuition for credit bearing courses at state institutions only. Tuition is defined as the total semester, quarter, or classroom hour cost of instruction for the institution excluding fees, book charges, and room and board. Minimum enrollment for part-time is at least six, but less than twelve, credit hours per semester or at least four, but less than eight, semester hours per quarter at an institution. Members may receive no more than eight semesters of full-time study, four academic years, or ten semesters if the program requires five years to complete. Members may not receive more than sixteen semesters of part-time study.

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Pays for tuition and required fees up to $2,000.00 per academic year (1 JUL-30 JUN) with a career maximum of $8,000.00. Recipient must be a satisfactory participant of the NC National Guard (Army or Air). Available to all members (officer/enlisted) who have at least 2 years remaining on their commitment to the NCNG upon completion of the course(s) for which the funds will be applied. May be applied to any program of study from any educational institution approved by the NC State Approving Agency and physically located within NC. Applications must be received no later than the last day of the late registration period as set by the educational institution. Subject to the availability of funds.

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Provides undergraduate tuition assistance though a cooperative program with 11 state and 3 private colleges and universities. The program combines a State-paid cash stipend with school-sponsored tuition waiver. Up to $1,000 per semester in the form of reimbursement is paid directly to the student after receipt of transcripts for a given term. Additionally, state schools waive 25% of the member's tuition; private schools waive a dollar amount set at 25% of a benchmark rate of tuition at the University of North Dakota. A maximum of 120 credit hours may be used under this program.

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The Ohio National Guard Scholarship Program will pay 100% of the instructional charges and general fees of public colleges and universities. An amount equal to the average state-assisted college/university tuition cost pays part of the tuition cost at a proprietary or private institution in the state of Ohio. This program is for enlisted soldiers, who enlist for six years and use it for a college education up to a baccalaureate degree. Prior Service Active Duty soldiers who have served on active duty for three or more years may enlist in the Ohio National Guard for 3 years and qualify for two years of college at the 100% rate at a public school or the pro-rated average at any private school in Ohio; prior service active duty soldiers enlisting for 6 years may qualify for four years of college at the 100% rate. Officers may receive benefits under this program if they previously used the program as an enlisted soldier. Soldiers enrolling as a direct enlistment SMP cadet or OCS candidate are also eligible for this program. Active duty soldiers, without a baccalaureate degree, may also join the Ohio National Guard and participate. No deductions are made due to any eligibility for the Montgomery GI Bill.

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The program waives the full resident tuition (additional fees not included) at Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education supported 2 and 4 year institutions. The Guard member must be enrolled in a minimum of six hours in the fall or spring semester or a minimum of three hours in the summer term. The waiver will be awarded to students in programs leading to their first associate or baccalaureate degree. Must be Oklahoma resident and meet institution's state residency requirements. Some state-supported Technology and Career (vocational) centers offer a waiver of tuition for Guard soldiers and airmen.

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No State Tuition Assistance Program at this time.

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100% Tuition funding for PA residents at a SSHE school (12-17 credits for full-time students). Full time students during the 2004-2005 school year will receive $2,405.00 per semester with an annual cap of $4,810.00. Students must be a bona fide resident of the Commonwealth prior to time of application for a grant. Participating soldiers must have a six-year obligation with the PANG. Funding is presently available for all ranks. GRFD scholarship recipients are now eligible. Part-time funding is also available for members enrolled in 3 to 11 credits.

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Association (PHEAA)
Guarantor/collection agency for federal loan program in PA; surplus of money is given back to military members who serve in any branch of the military in PA; loans through their office will pay back up to $2,500 of loans for anyone who served in the military and were mobilized; check with your ESO to see if you qualify.
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The Puerto Rico National Guard Tuition Assistance Fund (FIGNA) provides the following:

• TA for the citizen-soldiers covers for Graduate Degree up to 18 credits, maximum of $75.00 per credit.
• TA for the citizen-soldiers covers for Undergraduate or Vocational courses, at the University of Puerto Rico up to 18 credits, maximum of $40.00 per credit
• TA for the citizen-soldiers covers for Undergraduate or Vocational courses, at any private university up to 18 credits, maximum of $50.00per credit per Fiscal Year.
• TA for the citizen-soldiers covers for M.D. up to a maximum of $1,000.00 annually for two years.

To participate in the State TA program, they must be on active drill status or AGR, pay $1.50 monthly, and none of the spouse or dependant are using it, at the moment they request the assistance. The State TA provides the spouses for Graduate Degree up to 6 credits, a maximum of $25.00, and a maximum of $150.00 per semester. The State TA provides for the spouses and/or dependants for Undergraduate or Vocational courses up to a maximum of 12 credits, a maximum of $20.00 per credit, and a maximum of $240.00 per semester.

STATE TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (STAP)
This program is available to all Army and Air National Guard service members (enlisted and officer) who are pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, Masters Degree, or certification from CCRI, RIC, and URI.

STAP covers up to five (5) tuition free classes per FALL and/or SPRING semesters, not to exceed 12 credits per semester. Previously paid funds cannot be reimbursed. Please submit your RING Form STA 30-3 (Revised 1 Oct 02) application to the education office after you register for your courses.

STAP can he used in conjunction with Montgomery GI Bill.

STATE TUITION EXEMPTION PROGRAM (STEP)
This program is available to all Army and Air National Guard service members (enlisted and officer) who are pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, Masters Degree, or certification from CCRI, RIC, and URI with in-state tuition rates.

STEP covers one (1) tuition free course per SUMMER semester, not to exceed two (2) courses a year. STEP can only be used based on seat availability. You must get a STEP certificate from the Education Office before registering for your classes.

STEP can be used with Montgomery GI Bill.

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The SCNG College Assistance Program will pay 100% of college tuition and fees at state supported institutions up to $4,500 per year with a cap of $18,000 per service member. Only those identified as critical need and in good standing are eligible.

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The program provides 50% tuition for qualified SDARNG members attending state-supported schools and meeting state residency requirements. Applies to undergraduate or vocational studies only. Entitled to no more than four academic years, or one course of study in vocational education.

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Tennessee Tuition Scholarship Program

No State Tuition Assistance Program at this time.

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The Texas State Tuition Reimbursement Program (TRP) will cover tuition at State of Texas approved public, private, or independent institutions of higher education for undergraduate, vocational, or technical courses. All students will receive the level of funding allocated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Soldiers may be reimbursed for up to 100% of tuition up to 9 credit hours per semester for a maximum of 10 semesters or five academic years, whichever occurs first. The TRP can be used simultaneously with the Federal Tuition Assistance Program and/or with the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR, Chapter 1606 and MGIB-AD, Chapter 30). Service members (Texas Army National Guard-TXARNG, Texas Air National Guard-TXANG, and Texas State Guard-TSG) are eligible if they are members in good standing with their respective units or branches. Service members must be enlisted, W01-CW3, or 2LT-CPT. Check out details of this $1 million dollar a year program at www.agd.state.tx.us/education_office.
The Hazelwood-Hinson Act is available to any soldier regardless of their branch of service whose initial entry of service is in Texas. This program can only be applied after all other financial aid programs have been expended i.e., MGIB-SR, MGIB-AD, Federal Tuition Assistance Program, TRP, etc. Information regarding the Hazelwood-Hinson Act can be located at any university the student/servicemember plans to attend in Texas.

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Each public school is required to give 2 1/2% of their tuition waivers (scholarships) to the Utah National Guard. State Tuition Waivers are awarded to applicants based on the soldier's Grade Point Average (GPA), not on the availability of funds. Waivers cover 100% of tuition cost (not fees) for two semesters.

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The program provides a scholarship (interest free loan) to pay for tuition for courses taken at a Vermont college, university, or regional technical center. The scholarship (interest free loan) is not renewable; eligible students must reapply each year. To be eligible for partial or complete cancellation/forgiveness for the scholarship (interest free loan), the applicant must successfully complete the course(s) and complete two years service in the Vermont National Guard for each full academic year award.
Academic year awards may be up to the in-state tuition rate at the Vermont State Colleges (Lyndon, Castleton, Johnson) for the current academic year.

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The Virgin Islands offers 32 free credits at the University of the Virgin Islands. Course may be taken in either undergraduate or graduate programs. Based on available funding. Currently the National Guard has an agreement with the University of the Virgin Islands to waive the 25% balance not paid by Federal Tuition Assistance (75%). Subsequently, soldiers can attend the UVI with 100% of their tuition paid!

Serves both the Army and Air guard members. The program funds 100% tuition costs of any Virginia state supported school or as the state budget allows. For ARNG members, balance after Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) is paid will not exceed $3,000 per semester at state-supported or private schools and up to $6,000 per state fiscal year; for Air Guard members, benefit is up to $3,000.00 per semester not to exceed $6,000 per state fiscal year. Currently the budget allows Virginia Guard members applying thru this program to receive up to $1000 for textbooks for each semester. This amount has been approved for text books only that are required for their classes each term. Virginia Guard members also are offered in-state rates as long as they are receiving money from the State Tuition Assistance Program. Students may use the funds for accredited private schools located in Virginia, but the total funding to private institutions within the state will not exceed the above rates per semester and per year. The VNGSTAP can be combined with MGIB or FTA money. Since the program is funded by request through the General Assembly, funds are not guaranteed each year. A potential applicant must be a member of the Virginia National Guard prior to the established application deadline dates and have completed Basic Training in order to be eligible. The deadline dates are as follows: 1 July for the fall semester, 1 November for the spring semester, and 1 April for the summer semester. Members are obligated to a 2-year commitment to the Virginia National Guard following the last semester that VNGSTAP money was utilized.

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The Washington National Guard Conditional Scholarship Program (WNGCSP) is a $100,000 per year program funded by the Washington State legislature for Washington State Army and Air National Guardsmen. This program is a loan that is forgiven if the recipient completes the contracted service time in the Washington National Guard. Failure to meet the service obligation requires the recipient to repay the loan plus 8% interest. If a soldier receives funds the soldier must agree to remain an active participating member in the Washington National Guard for an additional year for service for each award. Payment is made directly to the soldier. Failure to fulfill the service obligation will require a repayment minimum of $50 per month. Service obligation by level and completed credits is as follows:

Level	Quarterly Credit	Semester Credit	Academic Year	Service Obligation
1	1 to 45	1 to 30	1 year	1 year
2	46 to 90	31 to 60	2 years	2 years
3	91 to 135	61 to 90	3 years	3 years
4	135 to 180	91 to 120	4 years	4 years

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WV pays 100% undergraduate tuition for in state institutions for members of the WV Air National Guard. In addition to Federal Tuition Assistance for WV Army National Guard members, the State Funded Program picks up 25% of the master level tuition for Instate Institutions only. On the undergraduate side, the State Funds is currently paying for 75% for in-state institutions while WV pays 25%. FTA is used for all out of state institutions.

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All Wisconsin National Guard enlisted members and warrant officers in good standing who do not possess a bachelor's degree are eligible to receive the Wisconsin National Guard Grant. This benefit may be used towards 8 semesters of college education. This tax-free tuition "grant" is paid as a reimbursement to the soldier / student after completing a class or semester of school.

Soldiers may use the Wisconsin National Guard Tuition Grant at an extension, division, or campus of the University of Wisconsin System, a public institution of higher education under the Minnesota-Wisconsin student reciprocity agreement, a public institution of higher education under a statutorily approved interstate agreement, or an accredited institution of higher education that is physically located within the State of Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin National Guard Tuition Grant Program pays reimbursement for 100% of actual tuition cost (not including segregated fees) and will not exceed 100% of the maximum tuition charged by the University of Wisconsin-Madison for the same number of credits. This program now pays eligible soldiers up to $2627.04 per semester for full time schooling, up to $218.92 per semester hour for part-time use.

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Pays for 100% tuition and mandatory fees at all state colleges and pays up to $903.00 per semester for private schools that are VA approved within the state. It pays for one degree (bachelor, master or PhD). To be eligible you must complete basic training, or request a waiver, and be on a six year contract or have served 6 years in the Wyoming Guard. After completion of school you must give two years to the Wyoming Guard (which could be part of the initial 6 yr contract). In addition anyone who joins the Wyoming National Guard will automatically receive in-state tuition rates at the state junior colleges and the University of Wyoming for themselves, their spouse and children.

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