How to Get Your Post 9/11 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.
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VET TEC GI Bill Program: Focus on High Tech Skills
VET TEC (Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses) is a Department of Veterans Affairs pilot program for GI Bill® eligible Veterans. VET TEC will help veterans, like you, start a career as a Cyber Warrior. The training provided through this program is set up for basic IT skills, but those same skills can also be…
GI Bill Payment Dates and Rates
GI Bill housing payment dates occur each month. GI Bill payment rates are based on time of service and tuition is paid direct to the school.
GI Bill-Approved Culinary Schools
Humans love food! From brunch to lunch to dinner parties to bake sales. For those with an interest in making the food, culinary arts can be the right subject to study in school. A culinary arts degree focuses on skills that you would need in order to pursue a profession in the food industry. According to the BLS, employment in food preparation and serving related occupations is projected to grow 7% from 2019 to 2029, which is faster than the average for all occupations.
Forever GI Bill Updates
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…
Montgomery GI Bill
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.
Forever GI Bill: Benefits, Eligibility, & Changes
The Forever GI Bill brings significant changes your education benefits. Learn about the changes that will help enhance your GI Bill benefits. Learn more.
Post 911 GI Bill Changes – Transferring Benefits to Spouse & Dependents
If you as a service member can receive the Post 9/11 GI Bill, you might be able to transfer all or part of the bill to your spouse or your children, or both. In July, the DOD announced that there would be changes with who can transfer their Post 9/11 GI Bill. Here is what you…
Transfer your GI Bill to Spouse & Dependents
The Post-9/11 GI Bill allows service members to transfer unused education benefits to immediate family members (spouse and children). This is your guide to understand how to transfer your GI Bill to your spouse and dependents.
Additional Funding Beyond the Post-9/11 GI Bill
As a veteran, you may qualify for education benefits that will allow you to start school, go back to school, or take a training program.
The Ultimate List of Yellow Ribbon Schools & Programs
Important information about Yellow Ribbon Schools and Programs by state. Student veterans can save on out-of-pocket tuition costs with these colleges & universities.
The Mistake GI Bill Users Are Making That’s Losing Them Money
Getting a degree is only going to make the transition into a civilian career easier. However, there is one big mistake that many GI Bill users are making that is losing them thousands of dollars and they don’t even know it. The Biggest Mistake GI Bill Users Make… Using your GI Bill before you find…
5 GI Bill Memes You Can Relate To
There are some pretty funny memes out there & there are also those that hit close to home. We’ve seen more and more GI Bill memes that couldn’t be more true. That’s why we are sharing GI Bill memes that you can relate to.
12 Questions Veterans Need to Ask College Admissions Reps
Asking the right questions will help you in your college search. Here are 6 questions student veterans must ask admission reps.
17 Most Important Veteran Education Benefits
CollegeRecon identifies the 17 key veteran benefits programs that are available on campuses to assist veterans and military personnel.
3 Mistakes Vets Make With Their GI Bill
Make Sure to Avoid These Mistakes that GI Bill Users Make Many individuals sign up to be in the U.S. Armed Forces because of the education benefits that come along with serving. Sometimes, many years of service are put into getting those benefits. Because so often, people have spent years of their life expecting to…