As a Marine, you will gain access to the competitive benefits to continue your education. 100% of your education expenses may be paid for by numerous federal government assistance programs such as The Montgomery G.I Bill, NROTC program,Tuition Assistance, and the Marine Corps College Fund (MCCF).
Education Benefits and Programs
The Montgomery G.I. Bill
The Montgomery G.I Bill may be used for assistance in degree programs, certificates, or correspondence courses, cooperative training, independent study programs, apprenticeship/on-the-job training, and vocational flight training programs. Remedial, refresher and deficiency training are available under certain circumstances.
The Tuition Assistance Program (TA)
The Armed Forces Tuition Assistance (TA) Program is a benefit paid to eligible members of the Marine Corps. Congress has authorized each service to pay up to 100 percent of the tuition expenses of its members.
The Marine Corps College Fund (MCCF)
The “Marine Corps College Fund was developed to attract highly qualified persons who possess high ASVAB scores and want to continue their education after completion of 48 months in service.
The Infinite Scholar Program
The Infinite Scholar Program (ISP) was designed for disadvantaged minority students that provides mentorship and financial support to continue education and set them up to enlist with the Marine Corps, including the NROTC.
NROTC
The Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps program is designed to educate recruits to become commissioned officers in the Navy and Marines.
FAFSA
The FAFSA is a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Once you have completed this application, your school will notify you of which loans, grants or scholarships you are eligible for.
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