The Army has several education support programs that can help you go to college. Learn more. Like the other military branches, the Army offers its members opportunities to get a college education. These programs are generally referred to as voluntary education or “vol ed.” The Army Continuing Education System (ACES) offers many education programs for lifelong learning. ACES offers the following programs to help soldiers reach their education goals: Army Tuition Assistance If you are on Active Duty or in the Army Reserve, you may be eligible to receive up to 100% of your college tuition. Learn more about the…

One of your biggest relocation challenges is managing the cost of your move. Remember, it’s your responsibility to get the full value from your entitlements. The first step in this process is to learn the basics about the core relocation reimbursement programs. Then make a pre-move visit to the relocation manager in your family center for help estimating what each program will provide you. Dislocation Allowance (DLA) What is it? DLA is intended to help with miscellaneous moving costs. In general, it is paid once per PCS move. You can find the current DLA rates here. Available: CONUS and OCONUS…

The Army’s TA benefit pays up to 100% of educational expenses for college courses. The Army’s Tuition Assistance program (TA) provides financial assistance for taking college courses while on active duty. Army Tuition Assistance Eligibility TA requests must be submitted and approved before the start date of the class, without exception. Reimbursement will be required from the service member if a successful course completion is not obtained. Officers who use TA incur an Active Duty Service Obligation of two years, and Reserve Component officers incur a Reserve Duty Service Obligation of four years. These are calculated from the date of…