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How do I get the 50% tuition waiver for the Maryland National Guard?

If you’re an undergraduate student in the Maryland National Guard, you may qualify for a 50% tuition waiver at UMGC.

To apply

  1. Request a signed waiver form from your commander (UMGC does not provide this form).
  2. Email the completed form and one of the following documents to mdng@umgc.edu
    • Proof of service
    • Enlistment contract
    • Tuition Assistance (TA) form with ETS listed
    • Recent Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) with ETS or EAS

Important

  • Waivers cannot be applied retroactively.
  • Only stateside undergraduate students are eligible (not graduate or overseas students).
  • Once processed, UMGC will adjust your account—be sure to pay any remaining balance.

For help, contact the Stateside Military Operations Non-Traditional Program Team.

Ways to Contact Support for More Assistance

By Chat

Live chat support is available
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m. ET.

The UMGC Help Bot is available for FAQs 24/7.

By Phone

Call 855-655-8682 for student services (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. ET).

Call 888-360-8682 for technical support (24/7).

By Email

Email the support team or submit documents using the UMGC Help Center.