(Pictured: Dan Crenshaw, Texas, Republican, Navy) As veterans and members of the military, knowing that those who represent you in the government are also a veteran is reassuring. When you hear that your members of Congress have served in the military, you feel that they will better understand what you and your family are going…
Are you leaving the military? Have you already left? After the military, how much money will you need to budget to maintain your standard of living?
Some military occupations directly translate to civilian jobs. Infantry doesn’t, so the jobs after infantry vary widely.
BAS, Basic Allowance for Subsistence, is meant to offset the costs of a military service member’s meals. Check out the latest BAS Rates.
After the military you may be eligible to receive unemployment insurance through the Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Servicemembers Program or UCX. Learn more.
Although there are many different ways to find money for college, receiving a Federal Pell Grant for your education can be an excellent way to help lower your out-of-pocket costs. While a service member can find money for education with the GI Bill or Tuition Assistance, the Pell Grant can help children and spouses be…
Did you know that with your JST or CCAF transcript that you may be eligible to receive credits for college? As a service member or veteran going to college, you will want to make the most of your time there. Even if you have never been to college before, you could start school with some…
Are you interested in the medical field? Going through the military to earn your degree and start your career can be a great idea. There are a couple of options for you. You can use the HPSP (Health Professions Scholarship Program) to go to the school of your choice, or you can attend school at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.
There are many different options when it comes to getting a degree. One of those is attending school at a junior or community college.
While some of the Forever GI Bill changes went in to effect right away, other changes are being slowly implemented and will continue to do so for the next few years. Here are the latest Forever GI Bill updates as well as what has already been implemented in 2018 and 2019, and what is ahead…
The Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) is one way to have the VA pay for your schooling. Find out who’s eligible for the MGIB and more. Compare it to the Post 911 GI Bill to see which is better. Learn more.
2024 List of Military Pay Dates Typically while serving in the military you are paid on the 1st and 15th of every month. However, due to weekends and holidays, the actual military pay dates may vary. Paydays can fall on any day of the week, depending on the month. Check closely to know when you…
Want to get paid early? One benefit of being a USAA member is having your pay available early. Find and compare the military pay dates with USAA’s early military pay dates.
One benefit of being a Navy Federal member is having pay day funds available early. Find Navy Federal pay dates.
As a service member, Navy Fed offers benefits including banking and buying a car. Here are Navy Federal Credit Union benefits and perks.
As a military member, you can find different benefits out there for you and your family because of your military service. Here is some background on USAA and their member benefits and perks.
What Is the VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation (Voc Rehab) Services Program? The Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program (VR&E – or sometimes commonly referred to as “voc rehab”), was authorized by Congress under Title 38, United States, Chapter 31. This program assists veterans with service-connected disabilities and employment handicaps. It is also there to help service members…
Tuition Assistance is different for each of the branches. If you’re in the Coast Guard, here’s what you need to know about USCG Tuition Assistance.
Washington D.C. Veteran Benefits In addition to federal programs such as the GI Bill, there are veterans benefits programs provided by Washington, D.C. Education Benefits for Veterans District of Columbia National Guard State Tuition Assistance Reimbursement (STAR) STAR is offered to qualifying National Guard members “whose tuition and fees are not 100% covered” by federal…
Wyoming Veteran Benefits In addition to federal programs such as the GI Bill, there are veterans’ benefits programs provided by the state of Wyoming. Wyoming Veteran Education Benefits Wyoming National Guard Tuition Assistance Plan This plan pays eligible applicants 100% resident rate tuition and mandatory fees at state-sponsored Community Colleges, the University of Wyoming, and…
Washington State Veterans Benefits In addition to federal programs such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill, there are veterans benefits programs provided by the states. The following are the Washington veterans’ benefits programs for education. Housing Benefits for Veterans Property Tax Relief In Washington state, there are income-based property exemptions and deferrals that may be…
Virginia Veteran Benefits In addition to federal programs such as the GI Bill, there are Virginia veteran benefits programs to assist veterans in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Virginia Veteran Education Benefits Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program The Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Program offers 36 months of education benefits to spouses and children…
Discover all of the great Utah veterans’ benefits programs. Veterans’ programs covering housing, taxes, employment, and education. Learn more.
Rhode Island Veterans Benefits Programs The following are the Rhode Island veterans’ education, healthcare, taxes, and veteran employment benefits programs. Education Benefits for Veterans In Rhode Island In addition to federal programs such as the GI Bill, the state of Rhode Island provides veterans benefits programs for education. Rhode Island Free Tuition for Disabled Veterans…
Oregon Veterans Benefits Programs The following are Oregon state-level veterans’ benefits programs for education, healthcare, housing, and employment. Education Benefits for Veterans in Oregon In addition to federal programs such as the GI Bill, veterans benefits programs are provided by the state of Oregon. Oregon National Guard Scholarship The Oregon National Guard State Tuition Assistance…
