What is My AmeriCorps?
My AmeriCorps is an online system designed to help members manage their AmeriCorps experience. It provides an easy way for individuals to get and give important information – before, during and after their service.
This site makes it easy to search and apply for AmeriCorps service opportunities in all three AmeriCorps programs. After registering and creating a profile, potential applicants can apply and allow programs to offer service opportunities to them as well.
For those who apply to a program, My AmeriCorps makes frequently used forms available online, any time. Examples include the AmeriCorps application form, reference forms, tax forms, earnings statements, forbearance request forms, and forms to request Segal AmeriCorps Education Award payments and interest payments. The site is tailored to members and alumni from all three AmeriCorps programs, showing them what they need, when they need it.
In addition, My AmeriCorps includes comprehensive online help, frequently asked questions and an enhanced customer service feature, “Contact My AmeriCorps,” to get you the answers you need about the programs or the system.
What is the advantage of using My AmeriCorps rather than paper forms for payments?
In order to prevent a delay in the processing of Segal AmeriCorps Education Award payments, individuals must request payments electronically using My AmeriCorps. This is a secure, fast, and user friendly method for requesting payments to be remitted to qualified schools or loan holders. It also provides electronic records of payments requested. And there are no forms to mail.
The Corporation for National & Community Service cannot guarantee the prompt and accurate processing of requests for payments and other actions using paper forms. Payments requested by paper, for example, can take up to six months or more for processing and they are less secure.
My AmeriCorps is also the best way to conduct other AmeriCorps-related business, such as requesting forbearances and, if eligible, transferring your education award. You will have electronic records of your requests, there will be no papers that can get lost, and it will speed up processing time.
It is fast and easy to access your National Service Participant account in My AmeriCorps. To register, go to https://my.americorps.gov/mp/login.do and click on “Register to create a new Member/Alum account” and follow the instructions. Or click one of the numerous links on this page.
How is My AmeriCorps different from the main AmeriCorps website?
While the AmeriCorps website provides information to the general public, My AmeriCorps is a space just for those who serve or have served. My AmeriCorps provides interactive tools and customized information for every point in the AmeriCorps experience.
For those who wish to use My AmeriCorps to search for service opportunities or apply online, click here.
How do I access My AmeriCorps for the first time?
If you are a current member or alumni, and this is your first time using the My AmeriCorps system, you will need to complete a simple registration process in order to be granted access. From the AmeriCorps website (www.AmeriCorps.gov), click on the “My AmeriCorps” link on the homepage. You can also access a link to My AmeriCorps by going to my.americorps.gov. Follow the instructions provided on the log-in page to create a new account. Simply enter in the required information to register and you are ready to begin.
If I’ve elected to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, what can My AmeriCorps do for me?
If you are a current member or an alumni, you can use My AmeriCorps to:
- Update your contact information
- Access, create, and submit forms to:
- Have your student loans deferred during your term of service (Forbearance Request)
- Request payment of the interest that accrued on your student loans during your term of service (Interest Accrual Benefit Request)
- Request payments for qualified student loans (Education Award Payment Request)
- Request payments for current Educational Expenses (Education Award Payment Request)
- Request an extension of the expiration date of your Segal AmeriCorps Education Award (Award Extension Request
- View the status of your pending requests
- Check your Segal AmeriCorps Education Award balance
- View your account history
- View and print your tax information
How does the automated payment process work?
![AmeriCorps Online Payment System Diagram](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20120927222341im_/http://www.americorps.gov/images/content/06_0608_AC_onlinepaymentsystem.jpg)
(click here to download larger version of diagram - PDF)
Why use My AmeriCorps to manage your Segal AmeriCorps Education Award account?
- No more paper.
The new system eliminates the current paper forms required by the National Service Trust, as well as enhance traceability through use of the online site.
- Track the status of your requests.
You can track the status of your requests, eliminating the worry of whether your request got lost or misplaced.
- Receive payments in less time.
The new online system will allow for quicker turn-around of payments. Your Education or Financial Institution will receive your money much sooner than with a paper-based process.
- Easy access to help and information.
The system reduces the need to call the Trust because most questions can be answered by visiting the online site. FAQ’s and online help are available throughout the system.
- Manage your account online.
You can view up to date account balance and information from your homepage. You also have the capability to update your contact information.
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