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The National Guard is more than just a job. As a Guard Soldier you'll respond when disaster strikes at home. You'll also answer the call when your country needs you around the world. This is our unique dual mission-serving both community and country.
History & Mission
The National Guard is a unique and essential element of the U.S. military. Founded in 1636 as a citizen force organized to protect families and towns from hostile attacks, today's National Guard Soldiers hold civilian jobs or attend college while maintaining their military training part time, always ready to defend the American way of life in the event of an emergency.
National Guard Soldiers serve both community and country. Our versatility enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counterdrug efforts, reconstruction missions and more. The Guard always responds with speed, strength and efficiency, helping to defend American freedom and ideals.
Why Join The Army National Guard?
Scholarships
The US Army Cadet Command (USACC) will pay full tuition and fees or a $10,000 room and board flat rate each academic year for an enlisted Soldier in the Army National Guard (ARNG) to contract with a ROTC Program while in College and work towards a Commission as an Officer.
These scholarships can be up to four years in length and Contracted Cadets are non-deployable while in College.
State Tuition Assistance
Most states offer state tuition assistance for in-state institutions for members of the ARNG and can be combined with scholarship benefits.
You can find more information on the South Carolina College Assistance Program here.
Full time students can receive up to $4,500 a school year
Pay & Benefits
Get paid to serve one weekend each month for approximately $6,400 a year.
Monthly ROTC Stipend of $420 a month and a book allowance of $600 per semester.
Monthly cash in pocket from pay and stipend: roughly $750
Leader Development
Train to be a Commissioned Officer in over 16 competitive fields and serve part-time in the ARNG after Graduation.
Learn and develop marketable leadership skills sought by Industry Leaders and Employers.
Simultaneously start your Civilian and Military Career right after College.
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