| Today's soldiers receive the best training and support | | | | active and reserve enlisted personnel, education is |
| today than in any other era of armed services. The | | | | attainable for anyone with the drive to better |
| military puts a heavy investment on each individual | | | | themselves. |
| soldier, just as every enlisted person makes the | | | | Pay And Bonuses |
| same commitment to serve their country. Army | | | | Basic pay is paid out to enlisted soldiers based on |
| enlistment benefits are some of the most generous | | | | rank, experience and time in service. On top of that, |
| ever seen to create a well rounded, inspired | | | | there is a uniform allowance, food allowances or |
| volunteer armed forces. | | | | access to a dining hall, and housing allowances or |
| Benefits today for enlistment fall under three | | | | on-base free room. Cost of living adjustments are |
| categories. Education benefits for enlistment through | | | | made for soldiers based in the more expensive areas |
| the GI Bill and Army College Fund are the best ways | | | | of the country. |
| for many Americans to receive a comprehensive | | | | There are also many opportunities for bonuses. |
| education. There are a number of pay benefits | | | | Civilian experience and specialty training often directly |
| including salary, performance and training bonuses. | | | | translates into a periodic bonus. Re-enlistment |
| Finally, there are numerous benefits to help soldiers | | | | bonuses are also available for returning soldiers. |
| and their families deal with relocation and life on or | | | | High-demand jobs also pay incentives, such as a |
| near military bases. | | | | translator with fluency in Arabic and other Middle |
| Education Benefits | | | | Eastern languages. |
| The highlight of Army enlistment benefits, the military | | | | Family Benefits |
| provides a staggering amount of support for higher | | | | The family and dependents of those in the armed |
| education. Education benefits come in many forms. | | | | services are just as important as the soldiers |
| Under the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty, active | | | | themselves. Relocation benefits and separation pay is |
| duty soldiers receive a monthly benefit to attend | | | | made available to personnel. Healthcare is provided |
| nearly any degree, certification, or training program | | | | free of charge and life insurance is made available at |
| full time, including distance and correspondence | | | | a discount. Education benefits are also payable to |
| learning. Soldiers can contribute their own funds as | | | | dependants in case of disability and for veterans. |
| well, which the military matches, typically on an 8 to 1 | | | | Vacation time is provided up to 30 days a year as |
| basis up to a large amount. | | | | well. There are numerous recreational and |
| Since 2001, the Post-9/11 GI bill now includes | | | | entertainment programs available for family members |
| expanded benefits, up to paying for the entire tuition | | | | and children who live on base. Finally, many ancillary |
| fee for state colleges. In addition, a stipend is | | | | services, such as tax preparation and legal services, |
| available for living expenses as well as school fees | | | | are provided free of charge. |
| and books. Reservists who serve at least 90 days | | | | Army enlistment benefits are extremely generous. |
| can receive up to 80% of the current benefits as | | | | The armed services take their investment in each |
| well. | | | | individual soldier seriously, for they are the front line |
| With many programs and incentives available for both | | | | of America's rights and freedoms. |