6/1/06, Washington, DC, Courtesy of new Selected Reserve Incentive Program policy effective today, LTG Vaughn, Director, ARNG made the decision to maximize incentives in order to best assist the ARNG Recruiting and Retention Force.

Below are a few highlights of the Army Enlistment Bonus policy:

1. The Guard is now offering $20,000 Army signing bonus to Non-Prior Service members who enlist in one of the ARNG's "Top 10" Critical MOS's.

2. NGB has approved an additional 20 MOS's for each state/territory to receive a $20,000 NPSEB.

3. Other NPSEBs are available in varying amounts based on whether or not the Soldier receives the Quick-Ship or Off-Peak Bonus. The total NPSEB cannot exceed $20,000.

4. The Enlisted Affiliation Bonus is increased to $20,000 for 6 years and $10,000 for 3 years. It is no longer calculated based on number of months Remaining MSO.

5. The Officer Affiliation/Accession Bonus is $10,000 (in accordance with NDAA FY06).

6. The payment schedule for the Re-enlistment/Extension Bonus is now Lump Sum rather than 50%-50%.

7. Officer Bonuses of up to $30,000 are available for several specialties including different medical fields. Eligibility requirements for bonuses vary.

Army National Guard Bonus Program
Officer incentives you may be eligible for certain incentives or an Army National Guard bonus when becoming an officer in the Army National Guard. In addition to receiving a monthly paycheck, monetary incentives include cash bonuses and healthcare professional loan repayment.

Army Bonus Program
The Increased Officer Affiliation/Accession Bonus of $10,000 has been extended. Eligibility requirements for bonuses vary.

You may be eligible for bonuses of up to $30,000 when becoming an officer in the Army National Guard. This affiliation bonus for officers is available for several specialties including different medical fields. Eligibility requirements for bonuses vary.

Healthcare Professional Loan Repayment
Healthcare professionals may be eligible for up to $50,000 in healthcare professional loan repayment. Many specialties are eligible for repayment, including dentists, clinical psychologists, and optometrists. Eligibility requirements for loan repayment vary.

Continuing Medical Education
Healthcare professionals are eligible for one Continuing Medical Education (CME) each year, up to $2,500 within the continental U.S.

Contact your local recruiter for additional details and eligibility requirements for the Army bonus program and the affiliation bonus for officers.