Military Service after High School

Serving our nation is an honorable decision! Please use the below to help you with the process and consider your planning needs.

See this link for lots of helpful insight about joining the military.

Military Planner:

If you are planning to join a branch of the U.S. Military, see the Military Planner at this link.

University System (UNL, UNK, ROTC Scholarship):

Application window runs June 15 through February 4

Contact: Justin Schmidt

402-730-6116

ASVAB Practice Test: Click here.

Army

Age to Enlist: 17 with parental consent OR 18 without parental consent.

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National Guard

Age to Enlist: 17 with parental consent OR 18 without parental consent.

Pay - starting pay is $238 for weekend drills. Amount is based on rank.
100% Tuition Assistance

Montgomery GI Bill - $466 per month while in college, paid directly to student

Montgomery GI Bill Kicker - Additional $350 per month while in college (for those who qualify)

Student Loan Repayment

TRICARE Reserve Select Medical Insurance

Blended Retirement System

**All of these available while the student is still in high school! **

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Navy

Age to Enlist: 17 with parental consent OR 18 without parental consent.

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Air Force

Age to Enlist: 17 with parental consent OR 18 without parental consent.

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Marines

Age to Enlist: 17 with parental consent OR 18 without parental consent.

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Coast Guard

Age to Enlist: 17 with parental consent OR 18 without parental consent.

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