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YOUR COMMITMENT

Serving in the Army Reserve means you'll still have a civilian job, but you'll train each month close to home and complete a two-week training exercise once a year. This way you will be trained and ready if called.

ARMY BENEFITS

There are many benefits you can receive in the Army — from time off to medical coverage to money for education.

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THE BENEFITS OF BEING IN THE ARMY RESERVE CAN LAST A LIFETIME

Similar to when you were on Active Duty, the Army Reserve makes sure you and your family are taken care of. As a Soldier in the Army Reserve, you'll earn money for education, cash bonuses, discounted health care and more.

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Education

Want to go to college or finish your degree? You'll have the freedom to do so in the Army Reserve—plus money on top of the educational benefits you've already earned.

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Health Care & Insurance

The Army Reserve delivers the same world-class medical care and group life insurance that you and your family are used to at affordable prices.

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Money

From pay to allowances to enlistment bonuses and more, find out how you earn money as a Soldier in the Army Reserve.

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Job Certification & Retirement

In the Army Reserve you'll continue to earn points toward your military Retirement Pay. You can also earn additional job certifications and Veterans benefits.

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