North Carolina Tuition Assistance Program (NCTAP)

The North Carolina Tuition Assistance Program (NCTAP) is a reimbursement tuition assistance program designed specifically for actively drilling Army and Air National Guard members of North Carolina. This program provides financial support to help eligible service members pursue higher education at approved educational institutions within the State of North Carolina. NCTAP operates on a term-based application system with specific deadlines for Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions. The program reimburses tuition costs directly to the educational institution after successful completion of coursework, with a minimum GPA requirement of 2.0. Members must maintain good standing with their unit (no flags) and have at least two years remaining on their contract from the end of the term. The program is designed to support National Guard members before and during their educational pursuits, making higher education more accessible and affordable. This comprehensive tuition assistance program represents North Carolina's commitment to supporting the educational advancement of its National Guard members while they serve their state and country.