North Carolina Education Benefits for Military & Veterans
Find higher education benefits and programs for the state of North Carolina for military, veterans, and dependents including tuition assistance and scholarships.
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Joe Wallace is a 13-year veteran of the United States Air Force and a former reporter/editor for Air Force Television News and the Pentagon Channel. His freelance work includes contract work for Motorola, VALoans.com, and Credit Karma. He is co-founder of Dim Art House in Springfield, Illinois, and spends his non-writing time as an abstract painter, independent publisher, and occasional filmmaker.
New York State Education Benefits
Understanding New York veteran education benefits is essential for students pursuing scholarships and educational opportunities.
Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Student Loans
Understand subsidized and unsubsidized federal student loans and how they can help reduce your education costs with flexible repayment options.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Find out what qualifies for public service loan forgiveness and how you can achieve loan relief through your service.
What Type of Military Discharge Qualifies for VA Benefits?
Discover if your military discharge qualifies for VA benefits. Updated guidelines offer new opportunities for healthcare access.
VA Education Benefits for Surviving Spouses and Dependents
Learn about VA education benefits for surviving spouses and dependents, including scholarships and educational assistance options.
Using Military Experience on a Resume
Transitioning from military service to civilian life can feel like a complex process with lots of decisions to make. The good news is that plenty of resources exist to help guide you. However, it is essential to know that military experts have not written or vetted every resource. One reason it’s essential to always look…
Civilian Transition Services for Military Spouses
The transition to civilian life impacts military spouses, too! Find resources and services to support you during this complex and stressful process. Learn more.
In-State Tuition Versus Out-of-State Tuition Under the GI Bill
There are many ways to use military benefits to pay for higher education. You may qualify for in-state tuition rates attending school using the GI Bill, Veteran Readiness and Employment, and in some cases, the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA). Learn more.
GI Bill for Reserve and National Guard Members
Find out how the GI Bill for Reserve members provides educational benefits for qualifying individuals in the National Guard and Reserve.
Student & Military Discounts on Appliances
Save money on appliances with discounts for military and students. Learn more.
How Much GI Bill Do I Have Left?
If you’ve used some of your GI Bill benefits, you may need to know how much time remains before your GI Bill expires. Learn more.
Which GI Bill Is Better?
Which GI Bill is better? There is no single answer to this question as much depends on the student’s needs, circumstances, and educational goals. It’s better to compare GI Bill programs and options side-by-side to see which features are most important. Learn more.
When did the GI Bill Start?
When did the GI Bill start? Believe it or not, the GI Bill we know today is the product of a long and winding history, starting with the very first version of the program known as the GI Bill of Rights, signed into law on June 22, 1944. When did the GI Bill Start? The…
Can I Top Up the GI Bill?
Learn the options available to top up the GI Bill and enhance your education benefits through military programs.
Using eBenefits to Manage Your GI Bill
Learn about the transition from eBenefits GI Bill to VA.gov for managing your VA benefits effectively.
GI Bill Extension: The Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship
If you are pursuing higher education in an in-demand technical field, you may qualify for an extension of your federal military education benefits thanks to a program called the Edith Nourse Rogers Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) Scholarship. Technically speaking, this isn’t so much an extension of the GI Bill as it is a program meant to enhance it.
Military & Student Discounts on Hotels
Military and students have access to many different discounts on hotels. Here’s a list of military discounts & student discounts on hotels. Read more.
Can I Use the GI Bill to Buy a House?
Is it possible to use the GI Bill to buy a house? This is a common question about GI Bill benefits, and the answer confuses some…at first. The short answer is no; you typically cannot use the GI Bill to purchase a home. But why not, and what program can you use to buy a home instead of the GI Bill?
Using the GI Bill for On-The-Job Training
Does the GI Bill pay for on-the-job training? Using federal education benefits like the GI Bill in non-traditional ways is a major help. Read more.
When Does the GI Bill Expire?
One of the most frequently asked questions about the GI Bill is how much time you have to use it. How long until the GI Bill expires? Is it possible to lose your GI Bill benefit? The answer depends greatly on which GI Bill program you are using and when you signed up, as we’ll explore. Read more.
Do I Owe Taxes on the GI Bill?
Wondering if the GI Bill is taxable? Learn about the implications for your tax filings and education benefits in our guide.
Veterans Travel Discounts from American Forces Travel
If you have never used American Forces Travel, you’ll find a variety of discounts, special rates, and other options for military members and their families. These official military travel discounts are available thanks to a partnership between the DoD’s Morale, Welfare, and Recreation MWR department and the commercial travel company Priceline.The Department of Defense describes American Forces Travel is a one-stop travel booking site for servicemembers and their families.
GI Bill Status: How to Check
Do you need to check the status of your application for the Post-9/11 GI Bill? There are ways to check the status of your application, and how you can do that may depend on your status as an active duty service member, veteran, military spouse or school-age dependent. Learn more.
GI Bill After Failing a Class
In cases where you receive the GI Bill and are failing a class, you may wonder if you have to repay the VA for getting a “punitive” grade. Did you know that failing a class is, according to VA.gov, still considered academic progress? Learn more.