Being a musician in the Army is nothing like having a 9-5 job. That's because as a member of the Army Band Program, playing music is your job. You'll receive benefits that'll allow you the freedom to concentrate on your music without worrying about where the next paycheck is coming from — benefits you won't find as a civilian musician.

• Money for College:
  • The Montgomery GI Bill and the Army College Fund (up to $83,488)
  • OR
  • The Army College Loan Repayment Program (up to $65,000) can help you with student loan payments
• High Grad Bonus for all instruments:
  • 30 or more college credit hours = $3,000
  • 60 or more college credit hours = $4,000
  • Associates, Bachelor's or higher degree = $5,000
• The Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) Bonus = $5000 in addition to receiving the rank of E-4 upon enlistment
• Health care, life insurance and other essential benefits are provided at low or no cost
• Tuition Assistance pays 100 percent of your educational benefits while on Active Duty
• Entrance into the Army at an advanced pay grade
• Travel around the country (and the world) making great music
• Station of choice from available bands 90 days prior to Basic Training Departure
• Professional quality instruments, supplies and music provided free of charge
• Enlistment bonus if not taking the Army College Loan Repayment Program for Clarinet, French Horn, Trumpet, Guitar, Bass Guitar:
  • $1,000 for four-year enlistment
  • $3,000 for five-year enlistment
  • $6,000 for six-year enlistment
• Enlistment bonus if not taking the Army College Loan Repayment Program for Keyboard:
  • $3,000 for three-year enlistment
  • $6,000 for four-year enlistment
  • $10,000 for five-year enlistment
  • $15,000 for six-year enlistment