Nebraska National Guard State Tuition Assistance — Up to $4,000/Year for Guard Members

About This Opportunity

Nebraska National Guard members who enlist or are currently serving can receive State Tuition Assistance (STA) covering up to 100% of tuition at Nebraska public colleges and universities, capped at $4,000 per fiscal year. The Nebraska STA applies to UNO, UNL, UNK, Metropolitan Community College, Southeast Community College, and all other Nebraska public institutions. Combined with federal Tuition Assistance (available through Army TA or Air Force TA programs), Guard members can often attend college at near-zero tuition cost. The Nebraska National Guard STA requires that the member be in good standing and maintain satisfactory academic progress. Application is through the Nebraska Military Department. Students interested in joining the National Guard specifically for education benefits should contact a local recruiter — who can explain the full education benefits package including the Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR), which provides additional monthly benefits for Guard members enrolled in college. The Guard is an especially strong pathway for Omaha/metro students who want to serve part-time while attending college locally. Note: STA eligibility requires enlisting in the Nebraska National Guard. This is not a standalone scholarship — it is part of the Guard service commitment.

Who Can Apply

Must be an enlisted member (or officer) of the Nebraska Army National Guard or Nebraska Air National Guard in good standing. Maintain satisfactory academic progress at an eligible Nebraska public institution. Apply for STA through the Nebraska Military Department Education Services Officer. Visit nebraskanationalguard.com or contact a local recruiter. Note: requires Guard enlistment commitment.