Military Grants for College

Hey guys, do you know what types of grants are available for students who plan on serving in the military after college? I'm trying to figure out how to finance my education and would appreciate more info on this topic. Thanks!

Absolutely, there are multiple grants and scholarships available to military-bound students and veterans. Here are a few notable ones:

1. ROTC Scholarships: The Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) offers scholarships based on merit. These scholarships often cover substantial amounts, and in some cases, the full cost of tuition. ROTC exist for the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

2. Post-9/11 GI Bill: If you plan on serving in the military after college, you can take advantage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill, which provides up to36 months of education benefits for college, graduate school, licensing, training, or certificate programs.

As part of this bill, you may also be interested in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which can lead to additional financial aid for education. This program is particularly useful if you attend a private university, or are attending a public university as an out-of-state student.

3. Military Dependents' Scholarship: If you are the offspring of a Veteran, you might be eligible for the Military Dependents' Scholarship.

4. The Montgomery GI Bill: This can either support active duty members (MGIB-AD) or Selected Reserve members (MGIB-SR) and can help pay for tuition, trainings, or correspondence courses.

5. MyCAA Scholarship: If you're a military spouse, you could be eligible for the My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship. This program provides up to $4,000 in tuition assistance to eligible military spouses to complete licenses, certifications, or associate degrees.

Remember, every program has its own set of requirements and qualifiers, so you’ll want to make sure you closely read the eligibility requirements. The financial aid or veterans office at your school may also be a good resource in this process.