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Since the end of the Second World War, with returning soldiers taking advantage of the G.I. Bill, the U.S. Armed Forces have helped millions of Americans go to college.
The U.S. Armed Forces offer several programs to provide students with money for school. Students can choose to serve in the military first and attend college after or attend college first and serve later.
Military First, College Later
Students who choose to serve in the military first can receive, depending on the program, up to $50,000 toward school expenses in return for an active duty tour.
Students can serve part-time in the Reserves and receive up to $24,000 in return for a commitment of one weekend a month and two weeks a year for training.
College First, Military Later
Students can elect to attend college first.
ROTC
Students can also elect to attend college first. Students who participate in the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) can be eligible for merit-based scholarships in return for a post-graduation commitment of three or four years, depending on the branch of service.
If you participate in the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) at your college or university, you could be eligible for merit-based scholarships worth more than $50,000. The Armed Forces cover tuition and pay students a monthly allowance for living expenses. In return, you'll receive an officer's commission and be required to serve a minimum active duty obligation of three years for the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps, or four years for the Air Force.
Learn more about ROTC:
Military Academies
For students who receive a Congressional appointment to a U.S. military academy, the federal government will pay 100% of the cost of attendance.
These competitive appointments consist of full four-year scholarships, supplemental paychecks, four-year degrees, and a guaranteed job after graduation. In return, students serve as a full-time members of the military during school and must commit to five years of service after graduation.
Learn more about the academies:
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