### Question
Can you define what service in the uniformed services means?


### Answer
**Service in the uniformed services** is defined as the following in *20 U.S.C. § 1091c*:

> service (whether voluntary or involuntary) on active duty in the Armed Forces, including such service by a member of the National Guard or Reserve, for a period of more than 30 days under a call or order to active duty of more than 30 days

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1091c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-STUDENT ASSISTANCE > Part G-General Provisions Relating to Student Assistance Programs**

