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State ProgramRenewable

NC National Guard Tuition Assistance Program

North Carolina National Guard

Award Amount
Full tuition
Full tuition at NC public institutions for Guard members
Annual Deadline
Rolling
Renewable
Yes

About This Scholarship

North Carolina National Guard members can receive full tuition at NC public colleges and universities through the state's tuition assistance program. One of the most generous state Guard tuition programs.

Eligibility Requirements

Branches
ArmyAir Force
Who Can Apply
National Guard
State Requirement

NC residents only

GI Bill Compatibility

Partially Stackable

This scholarship may partially reduce or interact with your GI Bill. Review with your SCO before accepting.

How do scholarships interact with the GI Bill? →

Application Tips

NC Guard members often have Federal TA, State TA, and GI Bill available simultaneously. Work with your education office to stack benefits legally — total education value can exceed $30,000/year.

Apply at North Carolina National Guard

Opens official organization website. Verify current deadlines before applying.

Information verified 2026-01-10 · Amounts and deadlines are subject to change · Always confirm details at the official application URL

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