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…
Learn the options available to top up the GI Bill and enhance your education benefits through military programs.
Learn about the transition from eBenefits GI Bill to VA.gov for managing your VA benefits effectively.
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?
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.
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.
Wondering if the GI Bill is taxable? Learn about the implications for your tax filings and education benefits in our guide.
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.
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.
Is there a GI Bill book stipend for your program? If you plan to use your GI Bill benefits, you’ll want to know how much of your total school expenses might be covered by those benefits. Books and supplies are an important part of those calculations. Read more.
Unsure about which GI Bill you have? Learn how to check your GI Bill status and access your benefits easily.
One of the most common questions about the GI Bill? Many newcomers to the program want to know how to activate the GI Bill; is the benefit automatic? When can you start using it? We answer those questions and more.
Is the GI Bill considered income? There are multiple reasons to ask this question, including whether or not you should expect to be taxed on the GI Bill and whether or not it can be considered income to apply for a VA home loan or other lines of credit.
Veteran Education Benefits for the National Guard and Reserve There are two basic ways to serve in uniform; commit to a full-time, active duty service commitment or choose part-time service as a member of the National Guard or Reserve. Those who choose the Guard or Reserve learn their military benefits–especially education benefits–aren’t as generous as…
Learn how to apply for the Post 9/11 GI Bill with our detailed step-by-step instructions and tips for successful application.
Navigate the process with this Dependents’ Step-by-Step Guide to VA Education Benefits for VA Form 22-5490 applications.
This guide features step-by-step instructions to fill out the application form and submit it to the VA in order to claim transferred Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits for qualifying military spouses and dependents.
Learn how to add or remove dependents with VA Form 21-686c and update your VA benefits after family changes.
Transferring your GI Bill may be one of the most popular military benefits. Here’s how to transfer your Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to a spouse or dependent.
Explore Post 9/11 GI Bill eligibility percentages and discover how your active duty service affects your education benefits.
The Department of Veterans Affairs offers an educational benefit to qualifying veterans who want to pursue higher education opportunities in highly technical fields but don’t want to use their GI Bill benefits or who don’t have enough GI Bill left to use for a course of study. Learn more.
Explore the National Call to Service Program and discover how it can provide you with VA education benefits after military service.
Find out how the Cost-of-Living increases for the Montgomery GI Bill can impact your education funding and monthly payments.
Military education benefits vary for active duty, veterans, spouses, and dependents. If you have retired or separated from military service you have options that may not be open to other applicants, or you may have benefits that active-duty servicemembers also enjoy but not in quite the same way. What do you need to know about…
Discover the lesser known GI Bill benefits for education and careers that can help you thrive after serving in the military.
