Jim Absher

Jim Absher is Military.com's former benefits editor and columnist. He joined the Navy to see the world and later realized the world is two-thirds water. He also worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs in field offices and Washington, D.C. before coming to Military.com in 2015.

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Air Force Tuition Assistance

The Air Force pays Tuition Assistance for up to 100% of the cost of college courses.

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National Guard Tuition Assistance

The National Guard's Tuition Assistance program pays for up to 100% tuition for college courses.

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The Coast Guard offers several programs to support your education goals including Tuition Assistance.

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Army Tuition Assistance

The Army's Tuition Assistance (TA) benefit pays up to 100% of tuition and fees for college courses.

Navy Tuition Assistance

Navy Tuition Assistance pays for up to 100% of college courses taken while on active duty.

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The following will offer answers to the most frequently asked questions about the GI Bill.

Post-9/11 GI Bill Frequently Asked Questions

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The state of Kansas provides several veteran benefits. This page explains those benefits.

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