Military Programs
Explore the military programs that can help you earn a degree, launch a career, and reduce or eliminate college costs. Whether you're planning to enlist after graduation or just exploring your options, these programs are designed to help you get an education, build skills, and stay ahead.
Advanced Education Voucher (AEV)
Offers financial assistance for senior enlisted personnel (E-7 to E-9) to pursue advanced education.
Air Force ROTC Scholarships
Provides various scholarships for high school seniors, current college students, and enlisted Airmen to pursue a commission through ROTC.
Air Force Tuition Assistance (TA)
Covers up to 100% of tuition costs for college courses taken by active duty personnel during off-duty hours, with a cap of $250 per semester hour and a maximum of $4,500 per fiscal year.
Airman Scholarship and Commissioning Program (ASCP)
Allows active duty enlisted personnel to separate from active duty and receive a scholarship worth up to $18,000 per year while pursuing their commission through Air Force ROTC.
Army ROTC Scholarships
Provides various scholarships for high school seniors, current college students, and enlisted service members to pursue a commission through ROTC.
Army Tuition Assistance (TA)
Covers tuition costs for soldiers taking college courses while serving.
Chaplain Candidate Program
Provides scholarships and training for those pursuing a career in military chaplaincy.
Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP)
Pays full tuition for programs like medical, dental, aviation, undersea medicine, and veterinary school, plus a monthly stipend.
Leaders Encouraging Airman Development (LEAD) Program
Offers enlisted Guardians the opportunity to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy Preparatory School and, subsequently, the Academy itself to earn a commission.
Marine Corps Enlisted Commissioning Education Program (MECEP)
Enables qualified enlisted Marines to attend college full-time and earn a commission as a second lieutenant.
Marine Corps Tuition Assistance (TA)
Provides up to $4,500 annually for off-duty education.
Marine Corps University (MCU)
Offers professional military education through various schools, including the Command and Staff College and the Marine Corps War College.