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What is the difference between the National Guard and Army?

I'm 17 and a junior in high school, I'm going to join the Army National Guard and what to go into the Military Police. Some people are telling me that other services are better then the national Guard. I want to go to college and be in the National Guard, any advice?? I need some advice, what did you do and how is the Army National Guard, which pay, college payments, training?

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1. here is more FAQ for you http://www.nationalguard.com/life/what-is-the-guard What is the Guard? The National Guard is America’s oldest armed force—dating back to 1636—and the only branch that serves both the Federal and State governments. The Guard answers to both the president of the United States and the governors of their respective states and territories. This means that the National Guard can be mobilized any time natural disasters or other emergencies occur within America’s borders, and also serve alongside U.S. combat forces in other parts of the world. The Guard's roots go back to North America’s earliest colonial militias: farmers, shopkeepers and everyday citizens willing to put their lives on hold and pick up their weapons to defend their communities and their country. Today, Citizen-Soldiers live, work and go to school in cities and towns all across America and its territories. And just as they have for over 370 years, the men and women of the National Guard are trained, willing and proud to assist their neighbors during emergencies, and to protect their nation whenever they are called. Looking for a way to pay for school? The Guard is your ticket to a successful education. We offer benefits like: 100% Tuition Assistance—nearly $20,000 over four years; the Montgomery G.I. Bill; Army National Guard Kicker; National Guard Scholarships that can pay up to $10,000 a year plus a $1,200 book allowance; and student loan repayment programs. It's a great way to pay for college and put cash in your pocket. We can even help you get your GED. Check out all the details. Money for College: 100% Tuition Assistance The Guard can pay up to 100% of your college tuition, based on in-state public institution tuition rates—that’s nearly $20,000 over four years. In addition, you’ll receive a monthly housing allowance, and $1,000 for books and supplies, based on your commitment. Plus, many states offer additional college funding. Your recruiter has all the information. Montgomery G.I. Bill In addition to paying your college tuition, we’ll send you a monthly allowance of up to $333 for expenses—about $11,000 over a three-year period. Best of all, this money is sent directly to you (not to your school) to spend on books, supplies—or anything you want. Your recruiter will have all the details. Army National Guard Kicker The Army National Guard Kicker supplement to the Montgomery G.I. Bill pays up to $350 per month in living expenses—up to $12,600 over 36 months. You’ll need to apply and qualify for this program. In order to qualify, you must: •Be attending an accredited school •Be a traditional (part-time) Army National Guard Soldier in an active drilling status •Be eligible beginning the day you join the Army National Guard •Remain in the Guard during the complete term of your college courses Reserve Officer's Training Corps (ROTC) Scholarships ROTC is a college elective that allows you to earn a commission straight out of college as a second lieutenant in the Army. The course consists of both academic classes and hands-on training—mental and physical challenges that will help you succeed in college and beyond. Participation takes just a few hours per week. Scholarships include: •A wide range of merit-based scholarships that pay up to full college tuition •Additional funds to pay for books, supplies and other school fees •Tax-free stipends up to $500 per month if you qualify All ROTC scholarships require a service commitment. Check with your recruiter for details. Student Loan Repayment Program For Soldiers and officers who have an existing student loan obligation at the time of enlistment in the Guard, there is a program that may pay up to $65,000 for certain jobs, with a six- or eight-year enlistment as a member of a unit. In addition, current Guard members who extend their enlistment contract for a minimum period of six years are also eligible for this program, provided they meet certain requirements, including a qualifying score on the Armed Forces Qualifying Test and being in a valid Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): Guard speak for “your job.” Every job title in the Guard has a code, using a number and letter. For example, a Cavalry Scout is MOS 19D (19 Delta). in a National Guard unit. Your state may have its own funding packages in addition to these federal programs. Ask your local recruiter. The Guard has other programs and services to help you earn additional college credits, prepare for your graduate school exam, or even get your GED—all while earning your Guard pay. Find out more. *Up to $4,500 per year, plus a monthly housing allowance, and $1,000 for books and supplies, based on your commitment.
2. Army National Guard and the Army are the same. The only difference is that the National Guard work 1 weekend a month and 2 weeks a year, while Army is active, every day Army. National Guard also responds to problems in the USA such as natural disasters. Remember 9/11 when all the soldiers were in NY? That was the National Guard.
3. Fort Knox broke it down. There are full time positions withing the Guard. Pretty much every Unit will have a t least one full time positions. Each state has Civil Support teams that are Gard and are full time. Their Recruiters are also full time. Check with the Army Reserves and the Army National Guard. What they offer will be very similar. When you go Guard or Reserves you choose from what ever positions are available at nearby units and what you qualify for. If you are set on MP and the Guard has no positions check the Reserves. I was Active duty for over 11 years and Guard for the past year. Guard Units very greatly from state to state. Reserve Units are more consistent. When it comes to training your Baisic and AIT will be the same for Guard, Reserve and Active Duty. After that their are many differences when it comes to training. ADD: I will disagree on the Guard/Reserves being a better deal. Active duty you are usually on an installation and there are allot more things to take advantage of. The training is MUCH MUCH better and so is the leadership. I enjoyed my time Active and only got out because I was tired of moving my family around. I did a year contract in the Guard that is almost over and I can't wait. The people in my Unit are great wonderful people but the lack of team building, leadership access to training and many other issues really makes it hard to take advantage of the thing availabe to you. I have seen it from both sides.
4. Basically "the Army" really has three parts. There's the active duty Army (about half of the total Army), the Army National Guard and the Army Reserve, which make up the other half (the bulk being in the National Guard). The benefits are the same if you're mobilized to active duty. When on reserve status you're getting tuition assistance, access to health insurance, the reserve GI Bill, etc. Relative to service commitment, the Guard/Reserve is a much better deal.