The Department of War (DoW) has a wide variety of benefits and programs designed to support Service members, retirees, and qualified dependents. The DoW Office of the Actuary (OACT) provides actuarial expertise on all matters relating to military compensation and benefits. OACT delivers actuarial expertise and ensures soundness of the Funds which provide essential benefits to the military community. 

Select a benefit or program below to learn more.  

• Education
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
• Savings Deposit Program (SDP)
• Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
• Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (SGLI)
• Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP)
• Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) and Concurrent Retirement and Disability Payments (CRDP)
• Separation Pay
• Leave Benefits During Transition
• Death Gratuity
• Annuity for Certain Military Surviving Spouses
• Unemployment Compensation for Ex-servicemembers (UCX)