ALWAYS READY. ALWAYS THERE.
Protect what matters most to you!
Part-time service. Full-time benefits.
Mississippi National Guard
WELCOME TO BASIC
In 10 weeks, you'll be physically and mentally stronger than you've ever been.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
Are you committed to make a difference and help those in need?
CHOOSE YOUR PATH
The Army National Guard has many service options available. You decide which is the best fit for your lifestyle. There are two paths to service in the Army National Guard, Enlisted Soldier or a Commissioned Officer.
- Enlisted Soldier - You want to specialize in a career field and have a high school diploma, GED, or plan to get one
- Commissioned Officer - You want to plan and lead a mission and have a college diploma or plan to get one
WHAT INTERESTS YOU?
With a diverse range of career opportunities, you're bound to find a role that aligns with your skills and interests. Whether you're pursuing high-tech fields such as computer engineering, practical trades like construction, or specialized positions involving dynamic challenges, we offer a career path that suits your aspirations.
Explore Careers
- 11B Infantryman — Location: Statewide
- 12N Horizontal Construction Engineer — Location: Statewide
- 13J Fire Control Specialist — Location: Statewide
College Cost comparison
Non-Military
Education Cost Receipt
Tuition:
4 Years @ $8,718/yr..............$34,872
Books and Supplies:
4 Years @ $1,100/yr..............$4,400
Miscellaneous Fees:
4 Years @ $110/yr....................$440
Room and Board:
4 Years @ $10,734/yr..........$42,936
Miscellaneous Exp Budget:
4 Years @ $5,100/yr...........$20,400
Total: $103,048
MSARNG
Education Cost Receipt
Federal Tuition Assistance:
4 Years up to $4K/yr..............$16,000
State Tuition Assistance:
4 Years up to $10K/yr..............$40,000
1606 Montgomery GI Bill:
$481/36 months (tax free) $17,316
$440 Drill Pay:
4 Years annual total...............$19,036
Total in your pocket saving from MSARNG Benefits:
$10,706
(or $892.16/Month)
Education And Tuition
Average Annual Tuition Costs
$2,265-$6,147
State Tuition Assistance for Public/Private Institutions
State schools only
SEAP WEBPAGE: https://msngseap.education
MS State Education Tuition Assistance Amount
$5000 per semester/ 10,000 Annually
Annual Federal Tuition Assistance Total
$4500
Federal TA Website Link
ArmyIgnitED
CH 1606 GI Bill:
$481 per month for 36 months for full time college students
Money is paid directly to student not institution
Education Services Officer
Contact Name:
MAJ. Peppers , Veronica L.
Contact Phone:
(601)-387-3752
Contact Email:
veronica.l.peppers.mil@army.mil
Education Office Email:
ng.ms.msarng.mbx.education-office@army.mil
ROTC
Colleges w/ ROTC Programs
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WHAT IS ROTC?
Army Reserve Officers’ Training
Corps (ROTC) is an elective curriculum you take along with cadet required
classes. It will give the tools, training
and experiences that will help you
succeed in any competitive
environment. Along with great
leadership training, ARMY ROTC can
pay for your college tuition.
Must have a minimum cumulative 2.5
GPA
Must have a minimum of combined
SAT score of 1,000
Must have a minimum ACT
composite score of 19
The Simultaneous Membership
Program (SMP) scholarship consist of
two, three, or four years scholarship
options based on the time remaining to
complete your degree and the desired
branch of commissioning. The SMP has
a scholarship and non-scholarship
option. Non-scholarship SMP Cadets
have the option to compete for Active-
Duty upon graduation.
Receive a monthly ROTC stipend of
$420
Receive E-5 drill pay each month
($450 on average)
Receive a $1,200 annual allowances
for books and fees
Qualify for up to 100% tuition with
guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty
Scholarship
Commission as a Second Lieutenant
upon graduation
The Minuteman Scholarship is awarded
to high school seniors who will attend or are college students enrolled in a
university with a ROTC program. The
awardee must be able to join or already a member of the Army National Guard. The Minuteman Scholarship can be used in
conjunction with Mississippi State
Education Assistance Program (SEAP).
OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL (OCS)
TRADITIONAL OCS
Where: Camp Shelby,
Hattiesburg, MS
Duration: 9 months (1
weekend a month & 2
two-week periods)
EDUCATION
(MIN)
90+ COLLEGE SEMESTER
CREDITS WITH COMPLETION
PLAN
PAY
E1-E4 RECEIVES E5 PAY, E6+
ARE PAID AT CURRENT GRADE
ACCELERATED OCS
Where: Fort McClellan, AL
Duration: 8 weeks straight
EDUCATION
(MIN)
90+ COLLEGE SEMESTER
CREDITS WITH COMPLETION
PLAN
PAY
E1-E4 RECEIVES E5 PAY, E6+
ARE PAID AT CURRENT GRADE
FEDERAL OCS
Where: Fort Moore, GA
Duration: 14 weeks
EDUCATION
(MIN)
MUST HAVE
BACHELOR’S
DEGREE
PAY
E5 AT OCS
PAY AND BENIFITS
ENLISTED DRILL PAY AT E-1:
$281.08 PER DRILL WEEKEND
$1,967.56 PER ANNUAL TRAINING
OFFICER DRILL PAY AT O-1:
$533.12 PER DRILL WEEKEND
$3,731.84 PER ANNUAL TRAINING
HEALTH INSURANCE COST:
$53.80 FOR INDIVIDUAL SERVICE MEMBER
$274.48 FOR MEMEBER AND FAMILY
DENTAL INSURANCE:
AVALIBLE TO SERVICEMEMBERS
LIFE INSURANCE COST:
$500,000 OF COVERAGE FOR $31 PER MONTH
Career Opportunities
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11-INFANTRY
13-FIELD ARTILLERY
14-AIR DEFENSE ARTILLERY
15-AVIATION
18-SPECIAL FORCES
19-ARMOR
12-ENGINEER
25-SIGNAL
31-MILITARY POLICE
35-MILITARY INTELLIGENCE
37-PSYCHOLOGICAL OPERATIONS
38-CIVIL AFFAIRS
74-CHEMICAL
42-ADJUTANT GENERAL
27-PARALEGAL
36-FINANCE
46-PUBLIC AFFAIRS
56-RELIGIOUS SUPPORT
91-MAINTENANCE
94-ELECTRONIC MAINTENANCE
89-AMMUNITION
68-MEDICAL
88-TRANSPORTATION
92-QUARTERMASTER