Howard University is now offering student veterans an interest-free loan of $3,000 after an investigation revealed that the prestigious D.C. university lost its accreditation. Students are required to repay the loan by December 14, 2021, which is the end of the fall semester. However, some students may not be able to pay the loan back…
Ever get frustrated with the VA’s GI Bill platform? You aren’t alone. Learn about the upgrade and get informed about VA’s GI Bill.
In mid-March, the Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021 was introduced, which would make it easier for National Guard and Reserve servicemembers to accumulate GI Bill benefits. Read how this new legislation may help and how it may impact education benefits for the Guard and Reserve.
A rule change by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) beginning April 1, 2021 expanded opportunities to Veterans. Learn more about the new rules.
Thinking about using the GI Bill? We have summarized guidelines provided by The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Read how to use the GI Bill at CollegeRecon.
For some veterans, finding a university that their fellow service members attend or have attended plays an essential factor in their decision making. Listed below are the top schools ranked by the total number of GI Bill students enrolled and attending each school.
On October 28, 2020, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) sent emails to those of us who have used, are using, or are eligible to use the GI Bill, notifying us of big changes to the “48-Month Rule” that has applied to some veteran students and beneficiaries.
Summary of all the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) that the VA has answered and posted online regarding Covid-19, veterans education benefits and GI Bill payments.
This article is preserved here for archival purposes. This program was offered to students affected by COVID-19 during the pandemic. For information about this program or its start/end dates, contact the Education Service Call Center at 888-442-4551. COVID-19 GI Bill Extension Thanks to the Student Veteran Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 and Public Law 116-140,…
Transferring GI Bill to Dependent Perhaps you are an Airman whose wife wants to go back to school and get her Master’s degree. Maybe you are a senior in high school contemplating a four-year university whose mom is a Marine. Regardless of the type of higher or supplemental education being sought, finding ways to finance…
Student Veteran Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 On April 28th, 2020, the Student Veteran Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 was signed into law by President Trump. The bill was introduced in late-March by Representative Mark Takano (D-CA-41) and gathered widespread support by many in Congress over the past few weeks. The law addresses education programs…
Don’t miss out on maximizing your GI Bill opportunities because you believe one of these 6 myths. We debunk these GI Bill myths so that you can make the most of your military education benefits.
Technology is something we cannot live without in today’s society. We are dazzled, delighted, and inundated by it, and it reaches into nearly every aspect of our lives. These days, most kids seem to have IT skills innately woven into their DNA. I watch in awe as my children program on Minecraft, create their own…
After your service, you may be eligible for the GI Bill. Get helpful information about finding the right school and those who participate in the Yellow Ribbon program.
Congress has introduced bills to avoid coronavirus’ impact on GI Bill rates for student veterans whose schools switched to online classes. Learn more.
If one of your parents has served in the military and can receive Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, they might be able to transfer those benefits to you. That way, you can pay for college to get the education you want. However, sometimes things can go wrong. Here’s one person’s GI Bill horror story.
Full MHA Rates For Hybrid Classes With The Post 9/11 GI Bill Starts Now As of August 15th, 2019, hybrid classes will now be eligible for the full MHA (Monthly Housing Allowance) rates for housing with your Post 9/11 GI Bill. This will apply for classes that start Aug 15th, 2019 or later. It is…
On Aug 1, 2019, the annually adjusted Post-9/11 GI Bill payment rates changes will go into effect for the 2019-20 school year. Here’s what you need to know.
Schools aren’t “GI Bill approved”. However, degree programs must be. Use the checklist to verify the GI Bill eligibility of your degree program.
One great aspect of the Post 9/11 GI Bill, was the ability to transfer to your spouse or dependents. Up until this week, the changes with GI Transferability were due to take place on July 12, 2019. However, the Post 9/11 GI Bill transfer changes have been delayed to January 12, 2020. Giving 6 more months before this goes into effect.
Applying for the GI Bill is the first step toward a degree from an institution of higher learning. The process for getting your GI Bill Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is relatively easy, but there’s one thing you need to remember. Submit your “Application for VA Education Benefits” well before fully enrolling in school. Why Do…
Learn all about the GI Bill Eligiblity Certification process and the best way to avoid the delays caused by the VA certification process.
Don’t let the seemingly inevitable bureaucratic process glitches stop you. Learn to deal with the GI Bill process issues you will face along the way.
This series is from Terry Howell, author of “The Military Advantage”. Get the most from your GI Bill benefits.
Have you decided you want to pursue your education or further your career? Here’s the process to access your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
