Student School Loan Repayment (SSLR)

General Information

  • This program is supported with Legislative funding from the state of Utah each fiscal year.
    • Applies to accredited programs for a FIRST degree from associate to Post doctorate
  • Members must provide a copy of ALL diplomas for post secondary degrees
  • Service members are authorized up to $7,000 per fiscal year
  • Service members must choose between State Tuition Assistance (STA) and Student School Loan Repayment (SSLR)
  • The loan payment will be paid directly to the loan processor
  • SSLR is subject to availability of funds. This means that authorized yearly limits (e.g., $7,000) might change year-to-year based on funds.
  • Service obligation to the Utah National Guard from the date of submission for loan repayment is two years.

FY2026 SSLR Policy

Eligibility

  • Service member must be actively drilling (cannot be flagged or have an unfavorable information file)
  • Must be for the first degree in the level of education (i.e., the first associate degree, bachelor’s degree, etc.).

How To Apply

Members can apply anytime during the fiscal year. The state fiscal year begins on July 1st each year. Loan repayments will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis with a waitlist in case of additional funding.

Visit the website

Download the following:

Obtain the following:

  • Copy of ALL post secondary diplomas
  • Copy of loan paperwork

Email all documents to our Education Office group email (For all applicants)