NC Tuition Assistance Program (NCTAP)
State-Funded Education Benefits
Reimburse Your Flight Training with NCTAP
The North Carolina Tuition Assistance Program (NCTAP) is a state-funded tuition assistance reimbursement program designed specifically for actively drilling Army and Air National Guard members of North Carolina. Under this program, eligible service members can receive significant support to cover their flight training expenses, allowing you to focus on your aviation education without upfront financial strain.
NCTAP serves as an excellent way to combine your military education benefits with high-quality flight instruction at High Tide Aviation. Eligible candidates can apply during set windows each semester to receive reimbursement for approved programs, including Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot certificates.
Eligibility & Requirements
Are You Eligible for NCTAP?
To qualify for NCTAP tuition reimbursement, applicants must meet the state-mandated requirements for academic performance, service commitment, and flight training progress.
Active Guard Member in Good Standing
Active Duty
Must have 2 years remaining on your current contract from the end of the term
2 Years
Term GPA of 2.0 or higher required at your training institution
GPA 2.0
Flight school students must have a flight completion percentage of 15% for each term applied
15% Term
Available for use before attending Initial Active Duty for Training (IADT)
Pre-IADT
No active flags at your unit
No Flags
Important Deadlines
Application Windows
NCTAP applications are only accepted during specific windows throughout the academic year. Ensure all required documentation is submitted prior to the strict 5:00 PM EST deadline on the final day of each window.
Fall Term Application Window
Aug 1 - Aug 30
Spring Term Application Window
Jan 1 - Jan 30
Summer Term I Application Window
Apr 12 - May 10
Summer Term II Application Window
Jun 1 - Jun 12
Funding Rules & Application
Get Started with NCTAP
Benefit Details: Trade and flight programs are allotted up to a maximum of $3,240 per semester (subject to yearly state budget availability). NCTAP awards will adjust based on your use of other federal funding, such as Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) or the Post 9/11 GI Bill (100% Post 9/11 GI Bill recipients are ineligible). All payments are sent directly from the State of North Carolina to the training institution.
For questions or to establish vendorship with your school, contact the NCTAP office at (984) 664-6189 or email [email protected].