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Caps for TA

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What are the caps for tuition assistance? What is the max amount that TA covers?

Payment for tuition will not exceed the following caps for authorized courses:   
• $250.00 per semester hour 
• $166.67 per quarter hour 
• $16.67 per clock hour (for approved certificate/diploma programs only)

This article is in reference to OpNav 1560-9B dates 28 Dec 23

  • TA and NCPACE will be limited to a fiscal year cap of 18 semester hours, 27 quarter hours, or 270 clock hours (or combination). The fiscal year cap applies to both TA and NCPACE combined.
  • TA and NCPACE will be limited to a lifetime cap of 120 semester hours, 180 quarter hours, 1800 clock hours (or combination). The lifetime credit cap applies to both TA and NCPACE combined.