Blue Gold Student Guide

Benefits

Student Loan Repayment - Offered with some contracts, it pays up to $50,000 on existing federal student loans that are in good standing. The total amount will not exceed $50,000 with a maximum payment of 15% or $7,500 of the value of the loan annually. TRICARE Reserve Select Medical Insurance - An optional health care plan offered to Guard members, their spouses, and dependents. Single soldier plans start at $42.83 per month and family plans start at $218.01 per month.

Pay - Starting pay is $238 for your weekend drills. This amount is based on your rank and years of experience. Tuition Assistance – This program covers 100% of your tuition to all state college and universities. Montgomery GI Bill - This federal program is administered by the Veteran’s Administration (VA) which pays you up to $14,112 in tax-free financial assistance for eight semesters of college. A full-time student (12 credits or more) receives $397 per month. Blended Retirement System The Guard can continue to pay you every month if you have 20 years of serving in the Guard by the age of 60 (including service in other branches). Payment amounts and terms vary.

Montgomery GI Bill Kicker - This is a supplement to the Montgomery GI Bill and pays up to $ 407 per month and is worth $12,600. This benefit is for Soldiers who enlist into a high priority job. Money paid to you for whatever you need. Contact Your Local Recruiter today at 308-530-3958

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