Air Force Tuition Assistance

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Step 1: Application

  1. Request Tuition Assistance

    All Tuition Assistance requests are done online through the Air Force Portal. You must create a username and password, or login with your current one to access this function.

  2. Select Reason

    On your online application, select the reason why you are applying for Tuition Assistance.

  3. Select School

    Select the school you wish to attend.

  4. Dates

    Enter the exact dates that the term you will be taking begins and ends.

  5. Course Info

    Enter your course information. You can either choose from courses in the preloaded course catalog or enter them manually. 

  6. Additional Fees

    If there are additional course fees, indicate them on the application.

  7. Verify & Submit

    7. Verify that the information you’ve entered is correct and submit the form.

Step 2: After Your Request Is Approved

  1. Receive Form

    You will receive your approved Tuition Assistance form.

  2. Digital Signatures

    The approved Tuition Assistance form will have digital signatures from you and the approval official.

  3. Send to School

    You must send a copy of the approved Tuition Assistance form to your school. AllMilitary.com can help you find schools where you can use Air Force Tuition Assistance.


JoeWarning

You will be unable to apply for Tuition Assistance if:

  • You’re missing grades over 60 days from course end dates.
  • You have suspense dates that have expired.
  • You’re missing personal data in the education record.
  • You’re requesting TA for courses that start more than 30 days in the future.
  • You’re requesting TA for courses that have already started.
  • You’re requesting TA for lower level courses that are less than the highest ED level awarded.
  • There is no degree plan in the Air Force’s records.

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Joe's Notes


JoeWarning

You must enter the exact date the term for the course starts or TA will be denied. For example, if the term starts Jan. 12 but your class begins Jan. 15, you must enter Jan. 12 as the start date.

JoeWarning

TA is not authorized for programs beyond a master’s degree.

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