College First
Two Years of College, No Deployment
If you're thinking about college, but aren't sure how to get there, we've paved the way with College First.
College First is an Army National Guard enlistment option that pays for you to go to college and guarantees you no deployment during your first two years, provided you meet all relevant criteria.
College First benefits:
- Two years of no federal deployment following completion of Initial Active Duty Training (IADT)
- An enlistment bonus of up to $20,000
- 100% Tuition Assistance
- The Montgomery G.I. Bill-Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) — $309 per month for books and supplies
- The MGIB-SR Kicker — additional $350 per month for those enlisting in a critical MOS and assigned to a qualified unit
Are you eligible? You must meet the following criteria:
- You have no military experience
- You’re a high school graduate or graduating senior
- You score 50 or higher on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)
- You agree to complete advanced individual training (AIT) immediately following basic combat training
- You're accepted by a U.S. Department of Education-accredited college or university within 90 days of completing AIT
- You remain a full-time student in good standing for the duration of this two-year period
- You meet all other National Guard enlistment requirements
Contact your local recruiter for more information.
