Partnership Opportunities
The Army National Guard seeks to make a full range of postsecondary
educational opportunities and programs available to its members.
These are just some examples of how schools can partner with
the Guard:
Academic Partnerships
- Cohort programs
- Specialized military education programs tied to Military Occupational
Specialties (MOS)
- Armory-based course delivery
- Credit for military training and experience
Scholarships/Tuition Waivers/Other Incentives
Some schools are voluntarily offering incentives as a way to tap
into the military market. Current incentives include discounts on
tuition, room and board, and scholarships for Guard members. As a return
on their
investment, schools draw Guard members and members of the community
into their programs.
Financial Aid Nights/College Fairs/Career Fairs
- Invite a Guard representative to participate and expalin education benefits
Increase Enrollments in Your ROTC Programs
The Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) allows Guard members to participate
in the Army ROTC at colleges and universities where available. The Guard has
a limited number of Dedicated National Guard Scholarships and Guaranteed Reserve
Forces Duty Scholarships available. Colleges may partner with the Guard to
increase enrollment in the ROTC program.
Partner with Military Recruiters
- Assistance with peer counseling
- Assistance with advising
- Offer workspace/office for local recruiters
- Recruiting/Sharing Leads
- Volunteer coaching/sports assistants
- Invitation to speak at college orientation/recruiting classes
Initiating a Partnership with the Guard
Schools can do this by contacting the Guard Education Services Office in your state or territory or by contacting SOCGuard at (800) 368-5622.