What is the maximum cash bonus for qualifying jobs in the Reserves?
$20,000
How much tuition assistance does the Army Reserve and Active Duty provide yearly?
$4,500
Does the Army Reserve offer dental coverage?
Yes, through United Concordia Dental
How many career fields with certifications can you train in through the Army?
Over 120
After how many years can a Soldier retire with full benefits?
20 years
Who gets paid monthly drill pay while in ROTC through SMP?
Cadets in the Simultaneous Membership Program as E-5s
Name one education benefit the Army offers.
Montgomery GI Bill®, Student Loan Repayment, Tuition Assistance, etc.
True or False: Healthcare is available for Reserve Soldiers and families.
True, through TRICARE Reserve Select
Give one example of Army training leading to a civilian-recognized certification.
Medical, Mechanics, IT, Engineering, etc.
Do Soldiers in the Army Reserve get housing allowance?
Yes, during training or active duty orders
About how much is monthly drill pay for an E-5 in SMP?
$400–$500/month
What is the Montgomery GI Bill® used for?
Helps pay for college, trade, or technical training
Who qualifies for TRICARE Reserve Select healthcare?
Army Reserve Soldiers and their families
What does “credentialing assistance” help Soldiers with?
Paying for professional credentials and certifications
What are Space-A flights?
Discounted/free flights for Soldiers and families on military aircraft
What’s one financial benefit Active Duty Soldiers receive that Reserve Soldiers don’t get regularly?
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) or full-time salary with raises
What additional college benefit do Active Duty Soldiers get that Reserve Soldiers typically don’t?
Post-9/11 GI Bill with housing stipend while in school full-time
What type of healthcare do Active Duty Soldiers and their families receive?
Full TRICARE coverage, no monthly premium
What unique training opportunity is available primarily to Active Duty Soldiers?
Airborne School, Ranger School, Special Forces, etc.
What housing benefit do Active Duty Soldiers receive that Reserve Soldiers don’t?
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) every month
Active Duty Soldiers can qualify for special duty pay. Name one example.
Airborne, Hazardous Duty, Foreign Language Pay, etc.
How many credits can Active Duty Soldiers transfer into civilian college from military training?
Often 30+ credits, depending on MOS and school transfer policies
Active Duty Soldiers receive on-post support for daily life. Name one example
On-post housing, gyms, commissary, child care, etc.
Active Duty Soldiers can be stationed worldwide. Name two possible overseas duty stations.
Germany, South Korea, Italy, Hawaii, Japan, etc.
Active Duty Soldiers receive travel allowances (per diem) for certain assignments. What does per diem cover?
Meals, lodging, and incidental expenses while traveling for duty