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Benefits of serving part-time
Serving in the National Guard comes with real benefits that support your education, income, health and long-term future. You can serve your state and country while building a life that works for you.
Bonuses & incentivesBonuses
When you join the Army National Guard, you can qualify for enlistment and reenlistment bonuses on top of education benefits, career training and healthcare. Find out what you're eligible for.
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education benefitsEducation
Whether you want to pay for college, earn a professional certificate or get help with student loans, the Guard has educational benefits for every soldier.
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certifications & TrainingCertificates Training
Maximize your civilian career options with credentials and licenses that build on your military training.
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Army National Guard benefitCollege while serving
It’s easy to fit Guard service around your college experience. And Guard benefits can help you earn while you’re in school and graduate debt-free.
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Pay for CollegePay for School
Take advantage of the Guard’s education benefits designed to help you get your education without piling up a bunch of debt.
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ExploreArmy National Guard benefitGuard Pay
One of the biggest benefits of joining the National Guard is getting paid while keeping your civilian life on track. As a Guard Soldier, you earn income for the time you serve — alongside school, work or family.
ExploreArmy National Guard benefitHealth Insurance
Serving in the National Guard can qualify you for TRICARE, a low-cost military health insurance option. It is real coverage that can cover you and often your family while you serve.
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AMEDD Financial BenefitsHealthcare Bonuses
The Army National Guard offers physicians, dentists, nurses and allied health professionals financial programs that reflect the value of your expertise. Bonuses, loan repayment and stipends, often available simultaneously.
ExploreArmy National Guard benefitLife Insurance
Learn how life insurance works for the National Guard, including coverage options and benefits available to service members and their loved ones.
ExploreArmy National Guard benefitRetirement
BACKGROUND Starting January 1st, 2018, eligible Army National Guard Soldiers entering service are automatically enrolled in the modernized retirement plan, known as the Blended Retirement System. The plan provides: Monthly retired pay for life after 20 years of eligible service starting at the age of 60 Government automatic and matching contributions to a member's Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) A retention incentive called Continuation Pay (CP) Lump Sum option at retirement CONTINUATION PAY ELIGIBLITY Continuation Pay is a one-time, mid-career financial incentive payable to Soldiers who meet the following criteria: Must be enrolled in the Blended Retirement System Must have at least eight but no more than 12 years of service as determined from their Pay Entry Basic Date (PEBD) Must be a member of the Selected Reserves (SELRES) in a status to receive basic pay or inactive duty pay Must agree to an additional four-year service obligation in the component in which they are serving at the time CP is requested CONTINUATION PAY BENEFITS Soldiers may receive the BRS-CP in a lump sum, two equal installments, three equal installments, or four equal installments CP can be invested into your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) account, up to the annual maximum allowed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) This one-time incentive is in addition to any other career field specific incentives or retention bonuses The CP amount for all eligible Soldiers is 2.5 times the monthly basic pay for active duty. The CP amount will be computed using the eligible Soldier's current pay grade and years of service as listed on the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) monthly basic pay table in effect on the date of the Soldier′s signature on the BRS-CP Election Form. HOW TO APPLY All Soldiers may submit their Continuation Pay request through the BRS-CP Request Form once they become eligible. Contact your unit S1 and your State Incentive Manager to initiate the process. Take the required financial education training online , or in-person with a credentialed financial counselor, and/or group training with an approved financial educator. The Soldier's CAC signature date on the BRS-CP Request Form establishes the start of the 4-year service obligation Note: Army National Guard programs and benefits are subject to change. For the latest information, please contact your local recruiter. Find out more about BRS at https://militarypay.defense.gov/blendedretirement . FAQS
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student loan repayment programStudent Loan Repayment Program
The Army National Guard Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) is available to eligible Soldiers and officer candidates who carry qualifying Title IV federal loans. Payments go straight to your lender — not to you as a reimbursement.
ExploreArmy National Guard benefitVA Home Loan
Serving in the National Guard may make you eligible for VA home loan benefits that help make buying or refinancing a home more affordable. This benefit can remove common barriers to homeownership and help you keep more money in your pocket.
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