Sonny Montgomery: The Veteran’s Champion. Born in Meridian, MS, on August 5, 1920, G. V. “Sonny” Montgomery made veteran advocacy the focus of his political career.

Montgomery G.I. Bill

The Army National Guard offers the Selective Reserve Montgomery G.I. Bill to help with college expenses. This benefit pays you a stipend, up to $288 a month, while attending college (or other approved technical school). Over a period of 36 months, you can receive up to $10,368.

The Montgomery G.I. Bill may be used in addition to the 100% Federal Tuition Assistance and the Army National Guard G.I. Bill Kicker. Prior service members may also be entitled to the Selective Reserve Montgomery G.I. Bill.

Eligibility Requirements:

Have a high school diploma or equivalency
Have a 6-year enlistment obligation
Must have an MOS or complete OBC (Officer Basic Course)
Have depleted Active Duty Montgomery G.I. Bill

MGIB-SR Kicker Program
The Army National Guard G.I. Bill Kicker pays up to $350 a month while attending college (or other approved technical school). Paid as a stipend, this incentive pays up to $12,600 over a period of 36 months.

The eligibility requirements to qualify for the Kicker are as follows:

Enlist/re-enlist or extend service in the Army National Guard for six years
Complete Initial Active Duty for Training or Officer Basic Course
Have a high school diploma
Enlist in a valid, vacant position
For NPS applicants, be a CAT I-IIIA (50 or higher on ASVAB)
For PS applicants, be MOS qualified

Contact your local Career Counselor to determine your eligibility.

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