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Local Career Bonuses
Each state offers bonuses up to $30,000 for certain careers based on need. Opportunities may vary by base. Explore eligible careers below:
Illinois State Benefits
Air National Guard members are paid equally based on their rank and years of service. You’re also eligible for additional compensation based on your position and where you’re stationed.
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01 Education Benefits
Illinois offers several educational opportunities to Air National Guard members, including the Illinois National Guard Grant and the Illinois Veteran's Grant, providing up to 100% tuition assistance for four years of full-time attendance or the equivalent of part-time attendance at any Illinois state-controlled university or community college.
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02 STATE TAX ADVANTAGE
Illinois Air National Guard members pay no state income taxes on their military pay.
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03 MISCELLANEOUS
The Illinois Military Family Relief Fund (IMFRF) provides monetary grants to Illinois National Guard members in case they are called to active duty. IMRF grants are intended to help Service Members and their families defray the costs of food, housing, utilities, medical services and other expenses that become difficult to afford when a wage earner has temporarily left civilian employment to be placed on active military duty.
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01 Insurance
- Excellent, low-cost insurance rates
- Comprehensive medical and dental care
- Low-cost life insurance
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02 Flexibility
- Ability to serve in your local community
- Available part time and full time service options
- Over 200 careers to choose from
- Part time options which allow you to pursue a full time civilian career
- Extra monthly income and security while you pursue ventures outside of the Air National Guard
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03 Education
- Guard members qualify for educational assistance through the post 9/11 GI Bill or the Montgomery GI Bill
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04 Eligibility for VA Home Loans
- Purchase a home with no down payment required
- Competitively low interest rates
- Lowered closing costs
- No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) required
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05 Base Access
- Access to on-base amenities such as the Base Exchange Commissary, fitness facilities and outdoor recreation
- Pay lower costs for recreation and groceries than off-base options
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06 Vacation & Travel
- Space available flights to travel around the world at a reduced cost
- Reduced lodging costs for hotels on bases across the U.S.