Mississippi National Guard State Educational Assistance Program (SEAP)
Tuition assistance of up to $5,000/semester ($10,000/year) at 4-year institutions for active MS National Guard members.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Mississippi
- Who it's for
- National Guard
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Up to $10,000/year
- Where it applies
- Mississippi
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Mississippi National Guard State Educational Assistance Program (SEAP)?
Mississippi National Guard State Educational Assistance Program (SEAP) is a Mississippi education & training benefit for national guard. Tuition assistance of up to $5,000/semester ($10,000/year) at 4-year institutions for active MS National Guard members. The listed value is Up to $10,000/year.
Who qualifies
- Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
- Mississippi residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Active MS National Guard member in good standing; Basic Training graduate (or ROTC); registered voter in Mississippi; must maintain a 2.0 GPA from the previous semester. Officers/warrant officers O1-O4 and WO1-CW4 eligible. Must attend an accredited Mississippi institution.
Maximum tuition assistance (subject to legislative appropriations):
- 4-year colleges/universities: $5,000/semester full-time, $2,500/semester part-time (up to $10,000 per state fiscal year).
- 2-year junior/community colleges: $2,500/semester full-time, $1,250/semester part-time (up to $5,000 per state fiscal year).
- Vocational/credentialing programs: up to the total program cost, capped at $10,000 per state fiscal year.
State fiscal year runs July 1 - June 30.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: ng.ms.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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