ALWAYS READY. ALWAYS THERE.
Protect what matters most to you!
Part-time service. Full-time benefits.
Virginia National Guard
WELCOME TO BASIC
10 weeks. Own Your Strength.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
Serve those around you. Be a vital part of something bigger than yourself.
Part-time service, Lifelong benefits
Serve Your State. Defend Your Nation.
The Virginia Army National Guard is a part-time state-based military component that serves a dual mission. Each Guard unit serves under the command of their state governor to respond to natural disasters or other state emergencies. In addition, Guard units can be activated to defend the nation when needed.
Each state, Washington D.C. and the U.S. territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, have their own Army National Guard units. There are 54 units in total.
Your Future. Your Mission. Your Choice.
The Army National Guard gives you the power to choose a path that fits your goals and transforms your future. Whether you want to sharpen your skills or lead others toward success, there's a place for you.
- Enlisted Soldier – Ready to become an expert in your field? If you have a high school diploma, GED, or are working toward one, this path lets you build real-world skills and launch a meaningful career.
- Commissioned Officer – Want to take charge and lead with purpose? If you have a college degree or plan to earn one, this route empowers you to make critical decisions and inspire others.
Whichever path you choose, you're not just joining a team—you're stepping into a purpose.
CONTROL WHERE YOUR CAREER TAKES YOU
With so many career paths to choose from, there's a role that's perfect for you. From high-tech jobs like computer engineering to practical trade skills like construction, or even jobs were you get to blow stuff up, we have a place just for you.
Explore Careers
- 88M Motor Transport Operator — Location: Statewide
- 74D - Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Specialist — Location: Statewide
- 13B Cannon Crewmember — Location: Statewide
Education And Tuition
Colleges w/ ROTC Programs
6
Average Annual Tuition Costs
$4,184-$9,907
State Tuition Assistance for Public/Private Institutions
Public and non-profit private VA schools.
State Education Tuition Assistance Amount
Tuition coverage up to $20K per year and $350 for books'
Annual Federal Tuition Assistance Total
Tuition coverage up to $4K per year.
Federal TA Website Link
ArmyIgnitED
Education Service Officer (ESO)
Contact Name:
SFC John Reynolds
Contact Phone:
(434) 298-5399
Contact Email:
john.s.reynolds.mil@mail.mil
Already in Service?
Download the State Tuition Assistance Flyer
Referral Enlistment Program
Enlist a friend and earn a $1,000 cash bonus. The Virginia National Guard's Referral Incentive Program, or REP, offers $500 to Virginia citizens who help grow the force with qualified leads who successfully enlist into the Virginia Army National Guard.
Any individual meeting the criteria can refer candidates, known as “Leads” to Virginia National Guard Recruiters for enlistment into the National Guard for an incentive of no less than one-thousand -dollars ($1000.00).
Additional Benefits
Medical Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Home Loans
REFER A FRIEND
Download the Virginia Army National Guard app on your Apple or Android device or click here to submit a referral online.
For those who aren't yet serving in the Virginia Army National Guard, scroll down and enter your information in the Get Started section.
Get Started In Virginia
Armories and Recruiter Stations
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Cedar Bluff Recruiting Office
175 Essayons Drive Cedar Bluff, VA 24609
(540) 810-3959 -
Charlottesville Recruiting Station
165 Perregory Lane Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 292-9060 -
Fredricksburg Recruiting Office
1700 JeffersonDavis Highway Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(804) 516-9549 -
Hampton Recruiting Office
208 Marcella Road Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 869-8741 -
Hanover Recruiting Office
7093 Broad Neck Road Hanover, VA 23069
(434) 480-0337 -
Harrisonburg Recruiting Office
340 South Willow Strret Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(540) 717-4666 -
JMU Recruiting Station
MSC 6904 800 S Main Street Harrisonburg, VA 22807
(540) 717-4464 -
Leesburg Recruiting Office
41905 Loudoun Center Place Leesburg, VA 20176
(540) 810-4179 -
Liberty University Recruiting Office
2900 Lahaye Student Center Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 294-5434 -
Lynchburg Recruiting Office
168 Constitution Lane Lynchburg, VA 24502
(540) 810-5088 -
Manassas Recruiting Office
10628 Dumfries Road Manassas, VA 20112
(434) 962-7253 -
Martinsville Recruiting Office
240 Commonwealth Blvd Unit B1 Martinsville, VA 24112
(540) 810-0176 -
Midlothian Recruiting Office
12034 Southshore Pointe Drive Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 477-5752 -
Newport News Recruiting Station
12638 Jefferson Ave Suite 19 Newport News, VA 23602
(804) 317-0078 -
Portsmouth Recruiting Office
3200 Elmhurst Lane Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 323-0542 -
Roanoke Recruiting Office
1813 East Main Street Salem, VA 24153 -
Sandston Recruiting Office
5901 Beulah Road Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 389-0100 -
Staunton Recruiting Office
116 116th Regimental Road Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 280-7355 -
VCU Recruitng Station
1015 Floyd Ave Richmond, VA 23284
(804) 314-3679 -
Virginia Beach Recruiting Office
1096 South Birdneck Road Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(804) 317-3435 -
Virginia Beach Storefront Recruiting Office
2710 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA
(757) 284-5605 -
Virginia Military Institute Recruiting Office
Virginia Military Institute 319 Letcher Ave Lexington, Va 24450
(276) 690-5736 -
VSU Recruiting Office
1800 Baylors Lane Petersburg, VA 23805
(804) 363-7327 -
Warrenton Recruiting Office
692 Waterloo Road Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 810-4723 -
West Point Recruiting Office
2406 King William Ave West Point, VA 23181
(757) 876-9683 -
Winchester Recruiting Office
181 PendletonDrive Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 421-6564
Uncommon is Calling
It′s time to serve a bigger purpose.