Tuition Assistance (Military)
A DoD education benefit that funds up to 100% of tuition costs (up to $250/credit hour; $4,500/year) for active duty service members taking college courses during off-duty hours.
Available to all active duty branches; Reserve and National Guard members have separate TA programs with varying caps.
TA can be used simultaneously with certain GI Bill configurations -- coordinate with your education office. Service members typically incur a service obligation for TA use -- early separation may require repayment.
→ TA is processed through your branch's education portal (e.g., Army GoArmyEd, Air Force AFVEC).
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Frequently asked questions about Tuition Assistance (Military)
What is Tuition Assistance (Military)?+
A DoD education benefit that funds up to 100% of tuition costs (up to $250/credit hour; $4,500/year) for active duty service members taking college courses during off-duty hours. Available to all active duty branches; Reserve and National Guard members have separate TA programs with varying caps.
Who qualifies for Tuition Assistance (Military)?+
Eligibility rules vary. Use BK's free Benefit Eligibility Screener to see if you may qualify based on your situation.
How do I apply for Tuition Assistance (Military)?+
BenefitKarma's free Benefit Eligibility Screener can point you to the right application path.
Where can I get help?+
Use BenefitKarma's free Benefit Eligibility Screener to see what programs you may qualify for. The Find Benefits tool tool also lets you browse programs by state.