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In order to apply for the Stafford loan you must complete the online application by logging on to the FAFSA Link Online CounselingThe entrance/exit counseling is meant to educate the borrower on the lending process. Please complete your required entrance and exit counseling online for your Stafford loan. Tuition Assistance for Government and Military PersonnelThe Armed Forces Tuition Assistance (TA) Program is a benefit paid to eligible members of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Congress has given each service the ability to pay up to 100% for the Tuition Expenses of its members. Each Service has its own criteria for eligibility, obligated service, application process and restrictions. This money is usually paid directly to the institution by the individual services. Although the program is one year long, military students typically are eligible for up to two fiscal years of reimbursement. Additionally, active duty members may elect to use the MGIB "Top-Up" in addition to their service provided TA to cover high cost courses. TA is not a loan; it should be seen as money you have earned just like your base pay! When combined with a Stafford Loan, you could start the graduate program with no out-of-pocket expenses. Call to talk to a Financial Aid Officer today. Interested students should meet with their local Education Service Officer to determine their benefit. In some cases job training funds may be applied. It is the responsibility of the student to obtain the appropriate tuition assistance forms and send them to the Bursar's office: Ms. Mary Orlando, Bursar The Bursar's Office will invoice the government once the approved TA form is submitted. The student is responsible for submitting his/her grades to their education office. Veteran's BenefitsUnder the Montgomery GI Bill, (MGIB) the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard and their reserves and the National Guard provides up to 36 months of education benefits to eligible veterans for college. Benefits are adjusted each year. The student must apply and complete the enrollment form. Once accepted, the VA will supply the student with a Statement of Eligibility. The student submits the Eligibility Form to the Bursar. A VA Certification Form is completed by the NGS certifying official. If you are receiving Tuition Assistance from your branch of service, you may be eligible to use MGIB to supplement or "Top-Up" your tuition assistance. For more information, call 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) or log in to the GI Bill Website: Tuition Reimbursement/Company Sponsorship/ VouchersNGS staff understands the corporate tuition reimbursement process and can easily work with your employee benefit plan. Typically, NGS invoices the employer directly. If employed by a company, contact your Human Resources Department regarding funds available for degree and certificate candidates. NGS will accept company vouchers and bill companies directly to minimize out of pocket expenses. Students must submit a letter from their company guaranteeing payment before the first course. Students whose company pays by pre-approved voucher must submit that voucher prior to registration. Otherwise, students are expected to make payment to the School and then be reimbursed by their company. Tuition Scholarships for Spouses of Enrolled DoD/DHS StudentsSpouses of enrolled Department of Defense / Department of Homeland Security students receive the same discounted tuition rate as their enrolled spouses. It's fun going to school together! Apply Now! Treatment of Stafford Loan Funds for Student WithdrawalClick here for treatment of your loan funds for withdrawal from the program Questions?If you have questions regarding your financial aid options, please contact one of our financial aid counselors either by email or phone (800) 838-2580. 
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