lost educational opportunities to those who served on active duty, and to enhance the Nations competitiveness through a more highly educated work force. Honorably discharged veterans can take advantage of the Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty Benefits, which provides funds to pursue professional, vocational and/or correspondence courses. Veterans receive a monthly stipend while attending school, with the amount varying depending upon date of entry into the service and length of service time. Additional information and application materials are available through any regional Veterans Affairs office. Money available; $985,512,000. A maximum allowance of $14,575.68 as basic 468 assistance is available per student as well as a work-study allowance based on minimum wage (federal or state, whichever is higher). Up to a maximum of $1,200 is available for tutorial assistance. VOLUNTEER AND EARN MONEY TO PAY FOR SCHOOL (AmeriCorps 94.006) Corporation for National Service 1201 New York Ave., NW Washington DC 20525 202-606-5000 ext. 474 AmeriCorps is an initiative designed to achieve direct results in addressing the Nations critical education, human, public safety, and environmental needs at the community level. The program provides meaningful opportunities for people to serve their country in organized efforts, fostering citizen responsibility, building their community, and providing
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