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ROTC – Many of our local universities offer ROTC programs that you can attend while going to college.   The Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) allows selected enlisted members of the Army National Guard to simultaneously participate in any Army ROTC program. Being an SMP allows you to earn your drill pay, which is paid at the rate of Sergeant (E-5, or your current rank if higher), understudy with a unit officer and perform officer duties, contract as cadet, and earn the ROTC (tax-free) stipend of $350 for your sophomore year, $450 for your junior year, and $500 for your senior year. You may also be eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill benefits (if your prior service), which are $288 per month (tax free!) and a GI Bill Kicker at $350 per month (also tax free!).  At the maximum you could potentially earn $1370.00 a month!   

Not only does ROTC help you obtain your commission as an officer in the Washington Army National Guard, it gives you valuable leadership training that many civilian organizations look for in their employees.   With the Washington Army National Guard you can get your college degree paid for, have a full time civilian career while you serve your community and your country part time.  ROTC programs are located in WA at Central Washington University, Eastern Washington University, Gonzaga, Pacific Lutheran University, Seattle University, University of Washington and Washington State University.  Many of the local colleges around these also allow you to attend their ROTC programs.  Don’t hesitate, make the move today, go ROTC!