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Explore the Military Pathway

A career in the military allows students to practice public service, gain valuable skills, and secure educational benefits. Learn a bit more about the different branches of the military, how to prepare to enter a military career, and how the steps needed to enlist.

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Educational Benefits

Explore the educational benefits that come with military service

The GI BILL provides educational assistance to service members, veterans, and dependents. Use this tool to learn about the different educational programs you could be eligible for once you are enlisted and compare benefits by school or training program. 

  • Army National Guard & Air Force National  Guard
      • Education Assistance Program (EAP) through PHEAA
      • Covers tuition & technology fee to approved schools in PA
  • Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) in college
      • Can receive scholarships that cover tuition & some room & board
      • Graduate as a military officer 
      • 8 year service commitment after graduating as an officer (3-4 years active & 4-5 years inactive ready reserve)
  • Army Simultaneous Membership Program:
      • Those already serving in Army Reserves or National Guard can join an Army ROTC program & earn both pay & benefits in addition to the ROTC allowance 
  • Community College of the Air Force
    • All Air Force members are automatically enrolled and begin earning credits towards an associate degree in the following five career areas: Aircraft and Missile Maintenance, Electronics and Telecommunications, Allied Health, Logistics and Resources, Public and Support Service

GI Bill Educational Benefits

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