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Big change in Navy's Tuition Assistance Program

On July 22, the U.S. Navy changed its Tuition Assistance policy and the way active-duty sailors access money for college.

The Navy’s new TA policy now grants funding on a first-come first-serve basis, with money that is replenished every fiscal quarter instead of each fiscal year. In addition, first-term sailor cannot use TA until after their first year of service.

“Naval officials feel that it is crucial for new sailors to know their jobs and get settled first before pursuing additional education,” said Robert W. Blue, education services specialist, Joint Education Center, Marine Corps Base C...

 

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