Training Pipeline

Is it possible:

1. Serve an enlistment, earn Montgomery GI bill
2. Graduate from a service academy or college through the ROTC program
3. Attend Uniform Services University of Health Sciences or receive the HPSP scholarship
4. Receive full deferment for civilian residency and join the FAP program

Note: The GI bill could be used to supplement a college education or civilian medical school

What would the payback be?

1. Time served - no obligation
2. 5 years for service academy or 4 years for ROTC
3. 7 years for USUHS or 4 years for HPSP
4. Full Deferment = NADDS = neutral obligation
5. FAP residency + 1 (For example a 4 year residency = 5 years)

For a service academy(5), USUHS(7) and FAP(5) program there would be a 17 year payback!

When you entered military service you were likely enrolled in the Montgomery GI bill when you completed the Basic Enrollment form (DD 2366). If you were signed up for the program, $100 per month was deducted from your pay for twelve months. The DD 2366 form also provided for an opportunity to reject the enrollment.

The GI bill can be utilized for civilian medical training including medical school, residency or fellowship for a maximum of 36 months. The GI bill can not be used during military graduate medical education. The scholarship can also be used to fund a medical board specialty or subspecialty examination.