The GI Bill is a fantastic military benefit that helps all military personnel attend college and go on to have exciting, successful careers. Depending on how long you enlist with the Navy and the job you choose, you can get up to $81,756 to help pay for college. All you have to do is give $100 a month during the first year of service. The program offers 36 months of benefits up … [Read more...]
Financial Benefits
In the U.S. Navy pay is dependent upon your rank (performance) and your number of years in service. There is no reason to get stuck in a dead end job when the U.S. Navy has plenty of opportunities for advancement. In fact there are opportunities for advancement within six to nine months of joining the Navy. In addition, Congress generally authorizes a military pay raise … [Read more...]
Full Medical and Dental Benefits
The U.S. Navy is committed to the well being of the community of people who serve and stand ready to defend the nation. Soldiers and their families receive comprehensive health and dental care through a health care plan called TRICARE at little or no cost. In today's environment a good health plan is becoming harder and harder to come by. Rising insurance premiums and … [Read more...]
Honoring ‘Today’s Veteran’
This is my first post here on MilitarySpot.com, and I am honored to be able to share information with the veteran and military community. My name is Doug, and I am a United States Navy veteran. I am also the Veteran Outreach Director at the Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance, where I conduct outreach with veterans and military support organizations on the web and blog about related … [Read more...]
Service Commitment
To join the Navy, you must meet certain qualifications and commit to serve a specified amount of time. It should go without saying that the Sailors in the world’s most capable naval force hold themselves to the highest personal standards. The amount of time you are required to serve depends on many factors. These factors include your interests, your background, your pursuit … [Read more...]