<p>A lot of benefits - like education benefits require a specific time in service and time at a SA doesn’t qualify you for education benefits any way.
The biggie for most is being able to declare independent student status on the FAFSA. For those who choose to continue their education this can sometimes qualify them for more financial aid.</p>
<p>If you become ill or injured while on active duty you are eligible for VA medical care. Each separating mid or cadet is entitled to a complete medical exam on discharge and those with medical issues should probably not waive that.
Honestly, I don’t know about things like a VA home loan. I would not think that most who are separating are concerned about that anyway.</p>