AR 621-202 — Army Educational Incentives And Entitlements
AR 621-202 governs Army educational incentives and entitlements, including policies and procedures for benefits for Regular Army and Reserve Component Soldiers.
- Publication number: AR 621-202
- Title: ARMY EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVES AND ENTITLEMENTS
- Date: 03/26/2025
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
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AR 621-202 covers the Montgomery GI Bill, Army College Fund, Post-9/11 GI Bill, loan repayment programs, and health professional stipend programs. It sets eligibility, service, loan, enrollment, and data requirements for these programs.
Applies to: It provides Regular Army, Army National Guard (ARNG), Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS), and U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) unique policies, procedures, and responsibilities governing educational benefits for Soldiers of the Regular Army and Reserve Components (RCs).
Topics covered
- Montgomery GI Bill eligibility
- Army College Fund entitlements
- Post-9/11 GI Bill transfer of education benefits
- Regular Army Loan Repayment Program
- Chaplain Loan Repayment Program
- Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program
- Health Professional Stipend Programs
Questions and answers
What education requirement applies before applying for Montgomery GI Bill benefits?
Possess a high school diploma or an equivalency certificate before applying for benefits. (paragraph 2-3)
What must be true of a loan for the Regular Army Loan Repayment Program?
The loan must not be in default and must remain in good standing while on active duty. (paragraph 5-2)
Which loans qualify for the Regular Army Loan Repayment Program?
Guaranteed student loans and/or Stafford loans. (paragraph 5-2)
Do loans in default qualify for health professional loan repayment?
Loans in default do not qualify for repayment under this program. (paragraph 8-2)
Are interest and fees authorized for health professional loan repayment?
Interest and fees are not authorized for repayment. (paragraph 8-2)