Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA)
FTA is financial assistance provided for voluntary off-duty education programs in support of a Soldier's professional and personal self-development goals.
View the Federal Tuition Assistance Flyer here.
West Virginia University Education Benefits
The Army National Guard offers multiple types of programs for every type of student.
Take the ASVAB
Before you join the National Guard, you'll need to take a standardized test called the ASVAB—Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery.
Knowledge is power
Find out all there is to know about the Army National Guard Education benefits. Soldiers can review the FY25 Educational Benefits handbook to make sure they have the information they need to succeed.
Credentialing Assistance (CA)
The Army's Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program provides Soldiers with funding for more than 1,900 credentials.
View more details about the Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program here.
State Tuition Assistance
The West Virginia Army National Guard covers 100% of tuition to In-State Public institutions. Contact your local Army National Guard Recruiter or the West Virginia Education Service Office to find out more.
Serving and have education benefit questions?
Already Serving or just have education question about your education benefits?
Contact your Education Service Office:
- Email: ng.wv.wvarng.list.education-office-wv@army.mil
- Phone: (304) 561-6361
If you are already serving and want to start the process to get Federal tuition assistance start by going to ArmyIgnited. A common access card (CAC) will be required to log in. Click here for the Army Ignited Training brief.
For additional support, contact your state ESO or the Army National Guard Education Support Center, 0800-1700 EST, at 1-866-ARNGEDU (276-4338) or via email.
Loan Repayments
STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT – UP TO $50,000
The Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) is offered as an enlistment incentive for Non-Prior Service and Prior Service enlistees. It is also offered as a retention incentive to current Army National Guard soldiers. If you have incurred a student loan obligation or may plan to in the future, the Army National Guard can help you repay up to $50,000 of your student loan.
EDUCATION & INCENTIVES
Army Guard Education Services Mission Statement: The Army National Guard Education Services Team strives to provide outstanding service and a clear understanding of the continuing education benefits available to our Soldiers and their families.
- For more information about the West Virginia Army National Guard Education & Incentives programs visit : https://apps.wv.gov/WVEEP/Home/Contact
- Contact the Education Support Center: 866-ARNGEDU (276-4338) or arng.esc@army.mil
- Visit us Online: www.nationalguard.com/education
- Contact your State Education Services Office: www.nationalguard.com/select- your-state
College Planning & Assistance
Education counseling helps Soldiers meet education goals by providing guidance, advice, and planning assistance. For more information, contact the West Virginia Education Service Office at (304) 561-6361 or click here to view all Education department contacts.
You may also contact the Army National Guard Education Support Center, 0800-1700 EST, at 1-866-ARNGEDU (276-4338) or via email.
START BUILDING YOUR FUTURE
Step Up, Serve and Get a Degree
Guard Soldiers can earn benefits and get their tuition paid for while serving their country.