Would you do it just for the GI bill?

Question

Would you join the military for the sole purpose of being able to further your education?

Answer 1

A lot of people join the military just for the education opportunities.  Some people just don't know what they want to do when they graduate high school and use the military to figure things out and mature a little.  I joined the Navy's nuclear program right out of high school and have since then gotten out.  But, the education I received was very valuable and I would do it all over again.  I would do some research and kinda have an idea of which branch and what job.  Some jobs give enlistment bonuses and some give more money towards college.

Answer 2

Though it's not the sole reason I'm joining, it's probably second or third on my list of reasons for joining...for me, it's a win-win-win situation, I get so serve my country, something I have a strong drive to do, I get decent financial benefits, and I get an education

Answer 3

22 years and never finished all the college I wanted to finish. So no I guess I wouldn't. The retirement is nice enough though.

Answer 4

Hi,

I would like to share with you that the military is the place to get some discipline and YES use the GI bill.  I have completed 20 years service, have a retirement check and had the GI bill pay for both my Bachelors and 85% of my masters.  It is worth it.

Answer 5

If I didn't have any other source of funding and I was willing to wait until I finished my commitment, yes*.  I actually plodded away (it took forever) a course at a time and then went in. I'm using the GI Bill to pay for my second masters (the military payed for my first one). Depending what you do, many schools, like University of Maryland, University College, grant upt to 30 credits for military training.

* But keep in mind, the purpose of the military is National Security, not educating people, so if you go in, be prepared to give it your all.

Answer 6

FU*K NO!! the military is g*y. especially the army. you would be better off getting a grant or a loan. i had a friend  that joined the army for the gi bill and absolutely fills that he made a big mistake!

Answer 7

It's a good idea but unless you ready to serve in the military. It required physical training and discipline so make sure you are prepared for all that. It'll take up to 4-6years so think about it for sure. It's good that it comes with all the benefits and opportunities.

Answer 8

I did it and didn't even have the GI Bill.  You don't do it for the benefits, you do it to serve.  

Answer 9

you can go to a state college for nearly free nowadays. Start at a community college for 2 yrs, then transfer in your junior yr to a state college. The GI Bill is best for people who want a private college education and can't live at home for free while studying.

So I would only do it for the GI bill if I wanted to go to med school or a private college.

You miss out on the fun of college if you're a veteran too, since you'll be much older than freshman and will have life experience that those kids can't relate to. Can be lonely.

Answer 10

to be honest i'm joing to fight....i know seems crazy but its what i want to do. all that other junk is extra stuff that comes with the job which is nice!