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Partnership AdvantagesWhy Partner with the Guard? Today's Army National Guard
values education and fully understands that an educated force
is a more ready force. This is evidenced by the fact that the
Guard has linked education to promotions and has invested in
the most comprehensive package of education benefits available
in our armed services today. Reasons to consider partnering with
the National Guard include: Attract Students with $ for College. Guard members are eligible for a host of education benefits.
They include the GI Bill as well as other federal tuition assistance
programs. Additionally, many states have tuition assistance/waiver
programs offering up to 100% tuition to Guard members. Increase your Enrollment. The Army National Guard is over 350,000 members strong, located
in all 54 states and territories. All recruits today are high
school graduates and approximately 76% join the Guard for the
education benefits. Recruits and career soldiers understand that
higher education is the key to advancement in the Guard as it
is in the broader society. Publicize your Academic Programs. Developing a relationship with the Guard in your state can
gain exposure for your programs. Many SOC members provide Guard
recruiters with view book and admissions applications to distribute
as they counsel prospective recruits. Invest in your Community, State, and Nation. The Guard is the only military service that has a state mission, assisting in times of natural disasters and emergencies such as floods, hurricanes and tornadoes. A partnership with the Guard strengthens the community, the state and our national defense. |
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