Funding Your Education

We'll Help You Find a Way to Fund It

The cost of education shouldn’t stop you from building the career you want. AiSA is approved for multiple military and civilian funding sources — and our team will help you navigate every step.

Your Options at a Glance

Most of our students pay little to nothing out of pocket. Here are the funding pathways available to AiSA students:

✅ Montgomery & Post-9/11 GI Bill

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Covers tuition + housing allowance

✅ DoD SkillBridge

Last 180 Days

Train during your last 180 days of service

✅ Military Tuition Assistance

Active Duty

Up to $250/credit hour while serving

✅ Vocational Rehab

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For veterans with service-connected disabilities

✅ CDFA & FVC Grants

State & Nonprofit

Grants for agriculture training

Grant Waitlist: Email Laura@ArchisInstitute.com with your DD-214 and a brief statement on why you want to enroll. $200 enrollment fee required.

✅ Self-Pay & Payment Plans

Flexible

Flexible options for those without military benefits

Montgomery & Post-9/11 GI Bill

Tuition & Fees

Paid directly to the school. Covers the full cost of the program.

Monthly Housing Allowance

AiSA is treated as an online program, so your Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) is based on the national online rate. Rates adjust annually and are subject to change. For the most current information, visit the UMN Crookston military liaison page or VA.gov.

Books & Supplies Stipend

Annual stipend to cover course materials.

Eligibility: Veterans with at least 90 days of aggregate active duty service after September 10, 2001.

How to use it at AiSA: Apply for VA education benefits at va.gov/education. Select AiSA as your school. Our enrollment coordinator will handle the rest — including the VA certification paperwork.

DoD SkillBridge

SkillBridge lets active duty service members participate in civilian workforce training during their last 180 days of service.

How it works: You stay on active duty pay and benefits while attending AiSA full-time. Your unit commander must approve the program, and AiSA is a SkillBridge-approved training provider.

Best for: Active duty members within 6 months of their separation date who want to transition directly into an agriculture career.

To get started: Talk to your Education Services Officer (ESO) or Transition Assistance Program (TAP) office. We can provide the documentation your command needs to approve your participation.

Funding FAQ

Can I use the GI Bill for the online program?​

Yes. Both the on-farm and online formats are approved for GI Bill benefits.

Will I receive a housing allowance?​

Yes. Full-time students using the Post-9\/11 GI Bill receive a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA). Since AiSA is treated as an online program, your MHA is based on the national online rate, which adjusts each August. For the most current figures, visit the UMN Crookston military liaison page or VA.gov.

I'm not sure which funding source I qualify for. Can you help?​

Absolutely. Our enrollment coordinator will review your eligibility and help you identify the best funding option during the application process.

Can I combine multiple funding sources?​

In some cases, yes. For example, TA can supplement GI Bill benefits. We’ll help you maximize your available funding.

What if I'm a civilian with no military connection?​

You’re still welcome to apply. Explore CDFA grants, FVC fellowships, or our self-pay/payment plan options.

Don't Let Funding Be the Barrier

Over 80% of our students use some form of military education benefits. Our enrollment team will help you identify the best funding path for your situation.

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