Q3 GRFD

Question 1

Do all GRFD cadets (Scholarship/Non-scholarship) participate in the SMP?

Answer 1

Yes

Question 2

Active Duty Scholarship cadets may not participate unless converted to GRFD or DedARNG Scholarships True/False

Answer 2

True

Question 3

SMP Cadets are non-deployable unit assets True/False

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is the Montgomery GI Bill Kicker?

Answer 4

Pays additional $350 per month for elisted soldeirs in officer producing programs who are receiving the Montgomery GI Bill and participation in the GRFD program

Question 5

What is the GRFD Scholarship Application Process?

Answer 5

ROTC batallion processes application & forwards to local STARC or RRC (CC Form 139-R, CC Form 104-R, College Transcript, Unit SMP Letter of Acceptance, Resume and APFT Card), then enters applicants’ scholarship information into the CCIMS SDMT Scholarship Application Module

Question 6

Does time as a cadet count as years of service for pay?

Answer 6

No

Question 7

When does the reserve component Officers’ requred Military Service Obligation (MSO) begin?

Answer 7

The day the officer is assigned to an RC unit as an officer, not a cadet. Cadet time does not count toward required MSO

Question 8

When does the active duty Officers’ requred Military Service Obligation (MSO) begin?

Answer 8

The day the officer is assigned on Active duty. Cadet time does not count toward required MSO

Question 9

Can scholarship GRFD recipients revoke the GRFD Control number to compete for AD?

Answer 9

No, once a CDT receives GRFD funds, they may not revoke. Current policy is only non-scholarship (NS) CDT’s may revoke the GRFD control number and compete for active duty

Question 10

Montgomery GI Bill Benefits (Full Time Students) GI Bill Kicker?

Answer 10

GI Bill Kicker – Veterans Administration program. Up to $350/month; must be receiving 1606 benefits. Not all RC Soldiers qualify. Soldier does not contribute to this program.

Question 11

Montgomery GI Bill Benefits (Full Time Students) Chapter 1607?

Answer 11

Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP). Received from RC service on AD. Multiple periods are combined.

Question 12

Montgomery GI Bill Benefits (Full Time Students) Chapter 1606?

Answer 12

National Guard/USAR GI bill. Approx. $356/month for 36 months.

Question 13

Montgomery GI Bill Benefits (Full Time Students) Chapter 30?

Answer 13

Federal GI bill. Approximately $1,475/month

Question 14

Montgomery GI Bill Kicker?

Answer 14

Must receive 1606 benefits (1607 does not qualify). Applies to OCS/WOC/SMP Cadets. Must have deployable MOS, assigned to a MTOE position, be actively drilling for at least three years, continues to drill, have high school diploma or equivalent, have six years remaining on enlistment (or extends), grade no greater than E5 or O1. Applies to officers who have completed BOLC B. Must not have used a kicker previously. Based on available funding; not an entitlement.

Question 15

Montgomery GI Bill Chapter 1607?

Answer 15

For RC Soldiers who served on AD for 90 days or more since 11 September 2006, or who were released if due to sickness or injuries received on active duty. Multiple AD periods are combined. Soldier does not contribute to this program

Question 16

Montgomery GI Bill Chapter 1606?

Answer 16

For traditional RC soldiers (“M” day soldiers). Must agree to serve at least six years in the RC; complete basic & AIT (MOSQ), actively drilling, have a high school diploma or have a high school diploma or the equivalent. Soldier does not contribute to this program.

Question 17

Montgomery GI Bill Chapter 30/33?

Answer 17

Requires 2 or more years of AD (mobilized RC Soldiers can qualify). Soldier pays $1,200 into the program (lump payment or twelve, $100 allotments).

Question 18

When will I know what component I will serve upon commissioning?

Answer 18

During the accessions process it will be determined what component you will serve. If you were a Dedicated scholarship CDT, you will serve in that specific component. Example: Dedicated ARNG CDT will serve in the ARNG.

Question 19

Upon commissioning, how much time do I owe the ARNG or USAR?

Answer 19

If you were a non-scholarship CDT (no T&F or R&B) your commitment is 6x2, 6 yrs drilling and 2 in the IRR. If you were a GRFD scholarship CDT, your commitment is 8yrs in a drilling status.

Question 20

If I am a Prior Service-MOSQ soldier, am I still required to attend LDAC

Answer 20

Yes. All CDT’s must complete LDAC in order to Commission.

Question 21

Can I use my MGIB benefits in conjunction with a GRFD scholarship?

Answer 21

Yes, with a GRFD scholarship any MGIB benefit may be used. With a Dedicated GRFD scholarship, the CH 1606/1607 benefits are suspended, however CH 30/33 MGIB may be used. The CH 1606/1607 MGIB is suspended during the length of the Dedicated scholarship and can be used at a later date after the scholarship is complete.

Question 22

Can I use FTA or STA in conjunction with a GRFD scholarship?

Answer 22

(NEW POLICY) Federal Tuition Assistance cannot be used with a GRFD scholarship. State Tuition Assistance (state benefit) can be used with any scholarship. Verify the States education benefits before contracting as each State has its own education policies.

Question 23

When will they receive scholarship payments? (GRFD)

Answer 23

Typically 45 days after the start of each semester when it is verified that the CDT has returned to school.

Question 24

How can I get a CDT basic course qualified?

Answer 24

They can complete MS1 & MS2, complete LTC or complete Basic Training

Question 25

Can I convert a line scholarship CDT after he/she has been through the accessions process and was not selected for AD?

Answer 25

Yes, once the CDT has been “referred” to the RC, they are eligible to drill

Question 26

Can Graduate students receive a GRFD or Dedicated scholarship?

Answer 26

Yes, they can receive either

Question 27

During accessions, can a Dedicated GRFD scholarship CDT request a component change?

Answer 27

No, a dedicated scholarship recipient will specifically access into the chosen dedicated component. Only GRFD scholarship winners may select their Reserve component