Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) Benefits
You can also choose to join the National Guard or Army Reserve and contract into the program as a cadet. As a Reservist or National Guardsman, you may be eligible for Montgomery G.I. Bill® benefits and tuition assistance.
Example of benefits for In-State Junior:
- Drill Pay (E-5) - $3192/year
- Tuition Assistance - $4833/year
- ROTC stipend - $4500/year
- G.I. Bill® - $3300/year
- G.I. Bill® Kicker - $3500/year
- Total - $19,355/year
- Over $58,000 for a 3-year SMP student!
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government web site at https://www.benefits.va.
Information provided and updated by the US Army and is subject to change. Contact the ISU ROTC Department to learn more.