Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit Program
Interest-free forgivable loan covering up to full tuition at VT institutions for active Guard members, forgiven after service.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Vermont
- Who it's for
- National Guard
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Vermont
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit Program?
Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit Program is a Vermont education & training benefit for national guard. Interest-free forgivable loan covering up to full tuition at VT institutions for active Guard members, forgiven after service.
Who qualifies
- Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
- Vermont residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Active members in good standing with the Vermont National Guard who have completed basic training and are not in default on a federal education loan. Must have exhausted federal military tuition benefits (excluding Montgomery GI Bill) and maintained satisfactory academic progress. Application priority deadline Feb 11; rolling thereafter until funds exhaust.
What Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit Program covers
Covers
Up to full tuition at Vermont State University or UVM, or up to UVM's rate at private/out-of-state schools. Tuition only (not fees, room/board). Loan forgiven after 2 years of Guard service per full-time academic year.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: vsac.org
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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