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Military and Families

Since 1950, Troy University has served and supported the United States Armed Forces and the men and women who serve or who have served in uniform, their spouses and their dependents. To thank you for your service, TROY is proud to offer free textbooks for actively serving military through the Trojan Book Bag program.

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TROY's Military & Family Scholarship

Advance your career with exclusive benefits toward undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. TROY's Military and Family Scholarship caps the cost of tuition at $250 per credit hour for actively serving military, Reservists and National Guard. Also, your spouse and dependents receive up to 50% in tuition savings. TROY is committed to keeping higher education affordable.

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Proudly Serving Military-Affiliated Students Across the Globe

Army

Today, in addition to hosting an Army ROTC program on the TROY campus, we are a proud partner with the Army in several initiatives. TROY currently operates advising and / or teaching centers on or near 10 Army installations in six U.S. states and one in Korea.

Navy

Troy University and the U.S. Navy are active partners in higher education for sailors. As an original "Sweet 16" partner in the Navy College Distance Learning Partnership (NCDLP), Troy University is committed to flexible education no matter where you serve.

Air Force

Troy University has been a proud education partner of the United States Air Force since 1965 and has hosted an Air Force ROTC program on the TROY campus since 1971, providing students with opportunities to pursue both academic and military training.

Marine Corps

TROY is a partner of the U.S. Marine Corps Leadership Scholar Program (LSP), which helps honorably discharged Marines continue their undergraduate education by providing support, matching them to institutions, and facilitating an expedited application process.

Coast Guard

Troy University offers various undergraduate programs in in-class, online and blended formats for Coast Guard members. These programs are designed to help individuals advance their careers within the service and prepare for opportunities after their service to our nation.

National Guard

Troy University has proudly served the United States Air and Army National Guard for over 50 years, aiming to meet the educational needs of guardsmen and women by offering a wide range of associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs.

Reserve

As a long-standing partner with the United States Military, TROY serves students from all Reserve components. With locations across the United States and through TROY Online, Reserve students find the flexibility and support needed for success.

Veterans

Recognized as a "Best for Vets College" by Military Times, Troy University is a proud supporter of United States Veterans, active-duty military and their families. TROY honors all who have served during Military Appreciation week which culminates with a ceremony in Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Trojan Book Bag

Trojan Book Bag is a textbook rental program which provides access to all course materials without the need to shop around before the first day of class.
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Book Bag for Active Duty

To thank you for your service, TROY will cover the cost of books and course materials through the Trojan Book Bag Program for actively serving military who receive tuition assistance.
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Military Spouses and Dependents

Troy University strives to meet the needs of our service members and their families. We offer a broad array of degree programs focused on meeting the needs of our military-affiliated community where they are via a worldwide network of Service Centers, TROY Online, and offices and teaching facilities.

In support and in recognition of those who support those who serve, Troy University is proud to demonstrate its commitment to making a college education more affordable for the military-affiliated student community by offering one of the best value propositions in higher education in the nation. Through the TROY Military and Family Scholarship, the University proudly caps the cost of tuition at $250 per credit hour for spouses and dependents of military members currently serving on active duty, in the National Guard, and/or in the Reserves at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. 

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Empowering Military Education

Troy University proudly counts some 60 flag officers among the ranks of its alumni, has a presence on or near military installations worldwide and participates in online learning programs with all service branches. For generations, Troy University has understood the needs of the military student and has built a military-inclusive institution offering a broad range of high-quality, very affordable undergraduate, graduate and doctoral academic programs supported by outstanding student services.

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance is offered by each branch. Please see their websites for submission guidelines.

ARMY
Deadline: one week before classes
ArmyIgnitED


AIR FORCE:
Deadline: one week before classes
AF Portal


NAVY
Deadline: one week before classes
Navy College Program

MARINES
Deadline: one day before classes
MCCS


COAST GUARD
Deadline: one week before classes
FORCECOM

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Interdisciplinary Studies Program

Build your degree program based on your individual career goals, skill sets and previous experience. Within this program, you'll complete your general studies courses and select three academic minors that will hone your skills across a broad spectrum of topics and specializations. Through building your own program of study, you can choose academic minors that could allow you to put your previously earned credits to use toward earning your degree. 

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Military and Family Scholarship

Actively Serving Military
Eligibility Requirements and Application Details: 
  • Currently serving in the active or reserve component of the U.S. Military.
  • Service members using Military TA will not need to submit an application for the scholarship. They will need to submit their approved TA form to taforms@troy.edu. The Military TA form will serve as the scholarship application. Members who have exhausted their military TA funding or decide not to utilize their TA may request the scholarship by emailing taforms@troy.edu. The request should include a current LES (personal information redacted) or similar to verify their active-duty status, along with their student ID number, expected start date, military branch and military status. 
  • Must be an applicant to or enrolled at any Troy University location. 
  • Applicable for Associate, Undergraduate, Graduate or Doctoral degrees.
Award Details: 
  • This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other scholarship or tuition assistance awarded by Troy University, VA Benefits (exception VA 1606/1607), or certain State benefits.
  • Amount of award will be dependent on the number of credit hours the scholarship recipient registers for each semester or term.
  • Scholarship can only be used toward one degree at each level (one associate's, one bachelor's degree, one master's degree and one doctorate).
  • If you have additional questions, please email scholarships@troy.edu or call 1-800-414-5756 and ask to be directed to our Scholarship Management Specialist.
Spouses and Dependents
Eligibility Requirements and Application Details: 
  • Must be the spouse or dependent child of a currently serving service member, including National Guard and Reserves.
  • Must complete Verification of Spouse or Dependent Status form in the Scholarship Portal prior to the start of the semester/term. Re-validation will be required each academic year not later than July, 31 to maintain scholarship. Download "Request for Verification of Spouse or Dependent Status" Form.
  • Must be an applicant to or enrolled at any Troy University location. 
  • Applicable for Associate, Undergraduate, Graduate or Doctoral degrees.

Award Details: 
  • This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other scholarship or tuition assistance awarded by Troy University, VA Benefits (exception VA 1606/1607), or certain State benefits.
  • Amount of award will be dependent on the number of credit hours the scholarship recipient registers for each semester or term.
  • Scholarship can only be used toward one degree at each level (one associate's, one bachelor's degree, one master's degree and one doctorate).
  • If you have additional questions, please email scholarships@troy.edu or call 1-800-414-5756 and ask to be directed to our Scholarship Management Specialist.
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Points of Pride

  • Gold Status by Military Friendly
  • #1 Ranked Alabama military friendly school regionally according to Military Times 
  • Military Friendly Spouse and Dependent Designated school by Military Friendly
  • Veteran designated school according to U.S. Veteran magazine
  • The country's first Purple Heart University 
  • Ranked 11th best criminal justice program for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report

TA Information and Deadlines

For any questions regarding military tuition assistance, please email taforms@troy.edu.
Army
  • Annual Cap: $4,500 or 18 semester hours
  • Application Window: Submit TA request via ArmyIgnitED no earlier than 60 days and no later than seven days before the course start date. 
  • Requirements: 
    • First-time TA users must complete ArmyIgnitED training. 
    • Use the decision support tool before requesting TA.
Marine Corps
  • Annual Cap: $4,500
  • Application Window: Submit TA requests via WebTA no earlier than 60 days and no later than one day before the course start date.
  • Requirements: 
    • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher for undergraduate studies after completing 15 semester hours, or a GPA of 3.0 or higher for graduate studies after completing six semester hours.
Navy
  • Annual Cap: $4,500 or 18 semester hours
  • Application Window: Submit TA applications via MyNavy Education no earlier than 120 days and no later than seven days before the course start date.
  • Requirements: 
    • Courses must be command-approved within the specified window.
Air Force and Space Force
  • Annual Cap: $4,500
  • Application Window: Submit TA requests via the Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) up to 45 days before the course start date.
  • Requirements: 
    • An official evaluated degree plan is required after the first two classes.
Coast Guard
  • Annual Cap: $4,500
  • Application Window: A complete TA application submitted per course must be received by ETQC no less than seven days before the class start date and up to 90 days prior to the course start date. Do not include the submission date to ETQC or the class start date within the seven-day calculation.
  • Requirements: 
    • An acceptable degree plan is required after completing the second course or six semester hours.
  • Apply: MyCG Ed
  • More Information: USCG Tuition Assistance - FORCECOM

External Resources

  • MarineNet
    • Distance Learning (DL) provides the USMC E-Learning Infrastructure that enables Marines to receive vital training & education via the appropriate interactive media, when & where the learning is needed.
  • DANTES
    • DANTES is the leader in expanding quality voluntary education opportunities and services to Service members and veterans.
  • Got Your Six
    • Got Your 6 is a campaign that unites the entertainment industry with top veteran-focused nonprofit organizations. The goal of the campaign is to bridge the civilian-military divide by creating a new conversation in America so that veterans and military families are perceived as leaders and civic assets.
  • ACP's Nationwide Mentoring Program
    • American Corporate Partners (ACP) is a nationwide non-profit connecting transitioning veterans to experienced professionals for one-on-one, year-long mentorships. ACP career coaches are ready to assist with revising résumés, practicing for interviews, networking, reviewing business plans and exploring career options.
  • Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA)
    • The Department of Defense (DoD) MyCAA program provides financial assistance for military spouses who are pursuing education in programs leading to employment in Portable Career Fields. Spouses of active duty members of the Department of Defense and activated members of the National Guard and Reserve Components are eligible as well. Troy University offers on-site and online programs supporting participants in the MyCAA program. 
  • Navy College PACE
    • The Navy College Program integrates all components of Voluntary Education, providing a seamless opportunity for educational advancement whether ashore or at sea.

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