Federal Tuition Assistance
The Department of Defense (DoD) has directed a uniform TA fiscal
policy across all branches of military service. Currently the established
semester hour cap is $250.00 and each soldier has an annual ceiling
of $4500.00.
It breaks down to $500 per 2 credit course and $750 per 3 credit course.
It requires soldiers to apply through the appropriate education office.
Grades are required within 60 days of course completion or further
TA’s will be denied. A GPA of 2.0 must be maintained. SADE Student
Financial Services must receive Tuition Assistance vouchersno later than
the night of Registration if a student is intending to utilize those funds for
payment of tuition.
Montgomery GI Bill Top-Up
The MGIB Top-Up program was established in 2000 for soldiers
receiving Federal Tuition Assistance. The benefit will cover tuition
not paid by Tuition Assistance However… This money is sent
directly to the student, therefore, is not considered a part of
the soldiers financial package or a method of payment.
New York State DMNA Recruitment
Soldiers in the New York State Army National Guard, Air Guard,
or Naval Militia can receive a maximum of $4350 per fiscal year
($2175 per semester) in addition to Tuition Assistance Vouchers.
Intended to offset tuition only Student must: maintain good
academic standing, attend all training, pass all PT tests
State DMNA Recruitment Soldier must complete Sections 1-3 of
DMNA 96-1, and include a letter of acceptance. Forward SAR/TAP
award letter. Have it in no later than August 15 for the fall or
December 15 for the Spring.
Military Funds Application Websites
www.dmna.state.ny.us
NYS National Guard Website
www.virtualarmory.com
Site where National Guard
(Students can apply for Federal & State Aid)
www.goarmyed.com
Active Duty Army Soldiers can apply for
Tuition Assistance through this site
http://www.my.af.mil
Active Duty Air Force can apply for Tuition
assistance through this site Marine and Navy
Soldiers MUST be in contact with their education
offices as they cannot complete the paperwork online.
www.military.com
Additional Scholarships and information
about the available resources. Registration is free!
** Please contact our offices with any additional questions
regarding Military benefits or financial aid at 8045-675-4625 **
