Welcome to your Education Benefits and Services. Here you will find step-by-step processes for utilizing the federal and state benefits you earn as a member of the Indiana Army National Guard. Below, you will learn about the process of applying for Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) and ways to apply for even more assistance through the state's National Guard Supplemental Grant (NGSG). Our team is here to support your journey and help you make your dreams of serving, earning and learning into a reality. Get started using your benefits today and earn up to 100% free tuition.
Apply Now - Follow these step-by-step instructions
The step-by-step instructions below will guide you through the Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) application process. If you are eligible for FTA, you must apply for it in order to receive the National Guard Supplemental Grant (NGSG).
Log in to the ArmyIgnitED Portal using your CAC, and create a message stating: "I have completed the ArmyIgnitED 101 training on [include the date]."
Complete one of the Decision Support Tools below:
Once complete, download your goal report, click on "Create New Plan" below (ArmyIgnitED) and upload the goal report.
Sign the "ARNG VBT (19 March 2026)" virtual benefits training.
Go to the JST website to:
- Submit your military transcripts to your school advisor for review
- Conduct an audit of any military experience that counts toward your degree
Upload your Degree Plan/Audit/Map, and create an Education Goal. Ensure your degree plan from your academic institution includes:
- Your name
- Student ID number
- Academic institution name
- Completed/transferred courses
- Courses still required
Input your immediate supervisor's information.
- First and last name
- Phone number
- Primary and secondary email address
Go to Supervisor Section Tutorial - Input Supervisor's Information (PDF)
Create a Federal Tuition Assistance Request (TAR) by clicking the "Apply for Funding" button below.
Guardsmen going to an Indiana-based university may be eligible for the National Guard Supplemental Grant (NGSG). Learn more by following the links below:
