The SC National Guard has announced communication regarding the new Spring CAP application process for only the Spring 2023 and Summer 2023 semesters of the Academic Year 2022-23. SC National Guard members need to submit their CAP application regardless of whether they are planning to enroll during the spring 2023 or summer 2023 semesters. The CAP application window will open November 20, 2022 and close December 15, 2022. The Guard will not accept CAP applications received outside of this window. CAP will be awarded on a first come/first serve basis. The CAP application for academic year 2022-23 is available at https://getsmartsc.com/ for SC Air National Guard and SC Army National Guard Members. Additional information is provided on the attached CAP flyer.
SC National Guard Assistance College Assistance Information
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South Carolina Military Department offers the following programs:
- SC Army National Guard College Assistance (SCARNG-CAP)
- SC Air National Guard College Assistance (SCANG-CAP)
- CAP Funds can be used towards any certificate/license, associate or bachelor program. There is no penalty for changing majors of study. Students can continue to use these funds for each level until they reach the $18,000 cap or receive a bachelor's degree.
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- Be a qualified member of the SC National Guard or SC Air National Guard.
- Be in good standing throughout the entire academic year for which benefits are payable.
- Have valid tuition and fee expenses from an eligible institution.
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress identified by the school.
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- Student completes SCNG or SCAR application.
- National Guard/National Air Guard verifies eligibility and certifies application.
- List of approved members is sent to CHE for distribution to schools.
- Student notifies school of eligibility.
- School confirms approval and makes award.
- Continued eligibility is determined based on total number of hours, SAP, and membership standing with the National Guard/National Air Guard.
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