Step 1: Contact your State Education Services Office

To get started on your college/career journey, contact the state education office to obtain personal education counseling and assistance. 

Step 2: Download Your JST

Find out how much college credit you may be eligible for from your military training and experience by downloading your Joint Services Transcript (JST) at: https://jst.doded.mil/jst

Step 3: Choose Your Major/School

Choosing a field of study and school can be challenging, so try these free resources to help make your choice:

• Kuder Journey: https://journey.kuder.com/account/adult-login-register
• TA Decide: www.dodmou.com/tadecide
• College Navigator: www.nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator 
• GI Bill Comparison Tool: www.va.gov/gi-bill-comparison-tool 
• Milgears: https://milgears.osd.mil/

Step 4: Get Financial Assistance

There are numerous education programs and services available to ARNG Soldiers. Use the links below to access some of these resources:

• Federal Tuition Assistance: https://www.armyignited.army.mil/
• State TA: www.nationalguard.com/select-your-state
• Credentialing Assistance: https://www.armyignited.army.mil/
• GI Bill Benefits: www.benefits.va.gov/gibill
• DANTES Programs: www.dantes.doded.mil
• FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid
• College Scholarships: https://www.nationalguard.com/education-programs/college-scholarships 

For More Information:
View a short video of all ARNG education benefits at: Army National Guard Educational RoadMap