Hi fellow soon-to-be seniors! I'm in Ohio and thinking about joining the military guard after high school, and I've heard about scholarships specifically for that path. Can anybody shed some light on this? Thanks in advance!
Certainly, joining the military guard can open opportunities for various scholarships to help fund your education. In Ohio, there are a number of programs to consider.
The Ohio National Guard Scholarship Program is one of the notable ones. This program can cover up to 100% of tuition charges for both full-time and part-time students. To be eligible, you need to be an enlisted member of a unit of the Ohio National Guard and be attending a participating college or university.
Another one to look into is Federal and State Tuition Assistance, which could provide financial assistance specifically for Guard members who are attending accredited post-secondary institutions. Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) offers considerable annual max amounts toward tuition while State Tuition Assistance (STA) can provide anything from a percentage to full tuition at state-funded schools, depending on the state.
The ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) also offers scholarships for students looking at a possible career in the military. Particular attention is given to those studying certain specialized fields including languages, engineering, and nursing.
One thing to note is that many of these scholarships require service obligations, so be sure to fully understand these requirements. Remember, these are just a few examples; there may be other, smaller scholarships available through local organizations or schools, so I would advise conducting further research.
Best of luck with your decision and scholarship search!
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