START A CAREER THAT’S MORE THAN A JOB
Get a fulfilling career with a comprehensive benefits package to support your growth and success both while you serve and after.
Get the Complete Package
Explore the many benefits that not only provide support to you and your family, but can help you advance in the Army and in your civilian life.
If you’re interested in pursuing an education, the Colorado Army National Guard not only offers programs to help you earn your degree while you serve, but also helps pay for tuition costs through tuition assistance programs and a variety of merit-based scholarships.
Your Colorado Army National Guard drill pay is just one part of your total earning potential, and like most jobs, increases the longer you serve and as you advance in rank. Bonuses are another great way to increase your pay, and with a variety of opportunities immediately available, you can apply and start earning more right away.
Within the Colorado Army National Guard, earning a bonus can happen sooner than you may think. Depending on how you serve, and by meeting the necessary qualifications, the Colorado Army National Guard offers enlistment bonuses of up to $20K for filling in-demand skills or following certain career paths.
The Colorado Army National Guard offers a variety of training programs, leadership courses, and certifications to develop your skills, so you can shape the career you want to have and keep moving it forward.
As a commitment to the well-being of every Soldier, the Colorado Army National Guard provides high-quality comprehensive health care coverage and life insurance. Part-time Soldiers and their families pay minimal out-of-pocket costs for insurance.
After serving six-years part-time, or 180 days on Active Duty (initial entry training excluded), you could qualify for the VA Loan and put $0 down on a mortgage. VA loans are guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
GET FULL BENEFITS WHEN YOU SERVE
Talk to your local recruiter to get the full details.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Yes. Bonuses are a great way for Soldiers to increase their salary. There are a variety of bonus opportunities including a job-specific enlistment bonuses and student loan repayment.
The GI Bill is one of the most powerful education benefits available to help pay for college, graduate school, trainings, certifications, and more to support your career goals. These benefits accrue over time, meaning the longer you serve, the more benefits you’ll receive.
There are a variety of ways to use your health care coverage while serving. Like most other health plans, finding a doctor who accepts your TRICARE plan is the most basic way.
"You are going to get paid to get trained doing what you want to do. Then, you can also get education benefits, health care, dental, the Army will take care of all of that."
– SGT. 1ST CLASS JEFFREY HOLGUIN, National Guard
