Hawaiʻi tuition support
STAP offers eligible members tuition reimbursement for undergraduate study in the University of Hawaiʻi system. Funding, grades, and service requirements apply.
Explore Hawaiʻi STAPHAWAIʻI ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
YOUR ISLAND.
YOUR AMBITION.
A BIGGER FUTURE.
Your island. Your ambition. A bigger next chapter. Explore a future with purpose, practical skills, and a team that challenges you to grow.
YOUR FUTURE IS PERSONAL.MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE
THE GUARD IN MOTIONSILENT LOOP
Combat medic training
Ready to care.
New Hampshire Army National GuardCasualty evacuation training with a simulated patient.
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EXPLORING YOUR OPTIONSBuild your next step
Compare directions and prepare for a conversation.
CURRENT APPLICANTS ONLYApplicant classroom
Use your website email and password to open your private study space.
RECRUITING TEAMAdministrator workspace
Leads, tasks, website content, and applicant support.
EDUCATIONCAREER SKILLSCOMMUNITYPERSONAL GROWTH
YOUR AMBITION DESERVES A PLAN.
Build the skills.
Bring the confidence.
Your next chapter starts before you put on a uniform. Explore career directions, ask real questions, and build a stronger foundation in the new Learning Lab.
Explore the Learning LabFind my direction24new guided mini-lessons
LEARNthe methodTRYit yourself
01Follow a learning path02See the math, step by step03Try 240 new practice questionsSTART WITH WHAT MATTERS TO YOU
THERE’S MORE THAN ONE WAY FORWARD.
Pick a direction. Build your questions. Make an informed decision.
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College on your mind?
Explore education support and plan around your goals.
Explore benefits02
Built for something more?
Find a career direction that fits your interests.
Explore careers03
Ready to build confidence?
Start with free ASVAB lessons and original practice.
Open study toolsBring your goals. Leave with better questions.
Use the conversation builder to organize what matters to you.
YOUR NEXT-STEP TOOLKIT
YOUR LIFE.
YOUR STARTING POINT.
Choose where you are today. Build a list of questions, explore the essentials, and come to your conversation prepared.
01 / GET ORIENTED
Your next chapter starts with questions.
Bring your graduation plans, goals, and questions about life in uniform. A parent or guardian is welcome in the conversation.
- 01Write down your graduation plans and what you want to do next.
- 02Try a study lesson and note the topics you find challenging.
- 03Ask about training dates, time away, and the full service commitment.
Planning prompts, not an eligibility screening or a promise of benefits.
02 / BUILD YOUR CONVERSATION
What do you want to ask?
Choose your questions. Your list updates below.
Nothing is sent automatically. Your choices reset when you leave or refresh.
KEEP A REAL PERSON IN YOUR CORNER.Save SPC Wagne’s contact details for when you’re ready to talk.
Save contact cardOpen the ASVAB study room INVEST IN YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
BIG GOALS. REAL POSSIBILITIES.
Explore education, career training, and benefits alongside the commitment to serve.
YOUR EDUCATION. YOUR NEXT STEP.
Make a plan for college.
Explore programs that may help you pay for an education while you serve. Start with your school, degree plan, and the benefits you qualify for.
Talk through my optionsFederal tuition assistance
Eligible Soldiers can request help with approved tuition through ArmyIgnitED. Plan ahead for program rules and application deadlines.
Federal tuition assistanceGI Bill options
Ask which education benefits your service may qualify you for. Eligibility and benefit levels depend on your service and the program.
Understand GI Bill programsTURN INTEREST INTO DIRECTION
FIND YOUR FIELD.
Explore career families and the questions to bring to your recruiter.
6 career fields to explore · Examples, not a list of current vacancies
Build & repair
Engineering & trades
Explore construction, infrastructure, and equipment skills.
Build & repair
Mechanics & maintenance
Work with vehicles, mechanical systems, and equipment upkeep.
Technology
Signal & communications
Explore communications equipment, networks, and information systems.
People & support
Healthcare
Explore medical support roles and the training they require.
Technology
Aviation support
Explore aircraft maintenance and aviation operations.
People & support
Logistics & personnel
Help organize supplies, transportation, and support for Soldiers.
Your qualifications, local vacancies, and training availability determine your options. Ask a Hawaiʻi recruiter about the current openings.
Hawaiʻi Guard career information
REAL PEOPLE. SHARED PURPOSE.PEOPLE. PURPOSE. PERSPECTIVE.
LOCAL ROOTS. A BIGGER MISSION.
Serve alongside people from your community while preparing for state and federal missions. Build friendships, train with your team, and plan for the real responsibilities of service.
A typical schedule after initial training is one weekend a month and two weeks a year. Initial training is full time. Additional training, activations, and deployments can require more time away from home.
ALWAYS READY.
ALWAYS THERE.
ALWAYS THERE.
YOUR PATH, EXPLAINED
A CLEAR NEXT STEP.
Go from curiosity to a conversation—and understand what comes after.
STEP 1 OF 6
Start with a conversation.
Bring your goals and questions. Your recruiter can explain eligibility, the commitment, and the options worth exploring.
Ask: How could service fit with my school, work, and family plans?
Every path is personal. Timing and eligibility vary.
KAPOLEI → THE NEXT CHAPTERSPC Elhadji WagneAssistant Recruiter · Hawaiʻi Army National Guard
MEET YOUR LOCAL CONNECTION
FROM KAPOLEI. FOR WHAT’S NEXT.
I’m Elhadji Wagne, a Kapolei High School Class of 2025 graduate and an assistant recruiter with the Hawaiʻi Army National Guard.
I joined the Guard on February 20, 2025, while I was still a high school senior. For me, it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. The skills, friendships, and discipline I’ve gained continue to motivate me every day.
People often ask me, ‘Is basic training hard? What did you have to sacrifice?’ My honest answer is that growth takes effort, and service comes with real commitments. I’ve learned to take ownership of my goals instead of waiting for life to move for me.
If I were back in my senior year, I would choose this path again. Your goals and situation may be different, and I’m here to help you ask the right questions. Welcome to the Bless Express—let’s find your next step.
“Life won’t wait for you. Don’t wait to chase your goals.”@yafavoriterecruiter
TRAIN YOUR MIND
CONFIDENCE IS BUILT.
Original practice. Clear explanations. A place to work through the fundamentals at your own pace.
Enter the study hub Practice feedback helps you study. It is not an official ASVAB score.YOUR LEARNING TOOLKIT
40lessons & mini-lessons
544original questions
Build the foundation
02Four new guided learning paths
Practice with a purpose
03Explanations that show the method
Take it off screen
Print a practice pack and show your work
LET’S START A CONVERSATION
WHAT’S YOUR NEXT MOVE?
Tell me what you’re thinking about. We’ll talk through your questions, your options, and a next step that makes sense for you.
Good questions travel.
Share this page with a friend or family member.
Download the QR codeYOUR NEXT STEP
Let’s connect.
A conversation starts here. No commitment to join.
CLEAR ANSWERS MATTER
ASK THE BIG QUESTIONS.
The decision deserves more than a headline. Start here, then ask about your situation.
9 answers to explore
01Does asking for information mean I’m joining?
No. Asking a question or sending this form is a request for a conversation. It is not an enlistment contract or a commitment to join.
02Is basic training hard?
Initial training is designed to challenge you and build the discipline and skills expected of a Soldier. Ask about preparation, daily expectations, and how training fits into your life. SPC Wagne can also share his personal experience.
Read the official guidance03Can I go to college or keep a civilian job?
Many Guard members combine service with college or civilian work. Initial training is full time, and later military duties can require additional time away. Plan the commitment with your recruiter, school, employer, and family.
Read the official guidance04Is it always just one weekend a month and two weeks a year?
That is a typical training schedule after initial training. Extra training, state activations, and federal deployments can require more time. Your actual schedule and obligations depend on your unit, job, orders, and service agreement.
Read the official guidance05Could I be deployed outside Hawaiʻi?
Yes. The Guard has state and federal responsibilities. You may serve away from home, including on deployments. No one can promise you will never deploy.
Read the official guidance06What if I’m still in high school?
You can start by learning about your options. Ask a recruiter about eligibility, parental involvement, and training schedules. The Split Training Option may be available for eligible applicants and certain jobs; it is not automatic.
Read the official guidance07What if I need help with the ASVAB?
Start with the original practice questions on this page, then ask SPC Wagne about study support. Practice results help identify topics to review; they do not predict an official score or guarantee a job.
08Are the benefits and jobs guaranteed?
Benefits require eligibility and may depend on funding and your agreement. Jobs depend on qualifications and available vacancies. Confirm the current details with your recruiter and review your contract carefully.
Read the official guidance09Can my parent, partner, or family member join the conversation?
Absolutely. Bring the people who help you make important decisions. Ask together about training, time away, education, and what service would mean for your household.