(NAPSA)—Their high school can help young men get good jobs and moneyfor college in a surprising way. That’s because with the help of the high school registrar, students can sign up with the Selective Service System. Any young man who doesn’t do so within 30 days of turning 18 is not only breaking the law, he’s ineligible for Pell Grants, Federal WorkStudy and Guaranteed Student PLUS Loans, federal job training and federaljobs. Fortunately, fulfilling this obligation can be simple. In addition to going to see a volunteer high school, young men can sign up for Selective Service and all high school registrar, you can the career and education advantagesthat canbring. smartphone or computer. You can with many state and municipal governments as well as government contractors. Some places even require it when applying for a driver’s license. check block #22 on the Federal FAFSAStudent Aid Application or go online at www.sss.gov from a also get a registration form at any US. post office. To help keep things clear, here are the answers to some common questions about the Military Selective Service Act: Q. Whohasto register? A. All young men, including immigrants, regardless of their status, are required to register within 30 days of their 18th birthday. Immigrants whoarrive after their 18th birthday must register within 30 days of their arrival if younger than 26. Q. In addition to being in compliance with the law, what are the benefits of registering? A. Proof of registration is required when applying for many college loans and grants as well as jobs. It is also necessary for jobs In addition, the U.S. Citizen- ship and Immigration Services (USCIS) makes registration with Selective Service a condition for US. citizenship for any man who first arrived in the U.S. before his 26th birthday. Q. What happensif I don’t register? A. Aman whofails to register may, if prosecuted and convicted, face a fine of up to $250,000 and/or a prison term of up to five years. Q. What if I don’t live in the U.S.? A. Young Americans living overseas may register at any U.S. Embassyor consularoffice. Q. How can I find out more? A. For further facts and to sign up, go to WWW.SSS. gov.
