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.
Post 9/11 GI BIll
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.
GI Bill Book Stipend
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.
Which GI Bill Do I Have?
A very common question for some beginning the journey toward higher education is, “What GI Bill do I have?” If you are a veteran, eligible family, an active duty service member, a Reservist, or a National Guard member, you may qualify for one or more VA benefits under the GI Bill. The first step is knowing which program you are in and how to check your GI Bill status.
When Your School Closes: The Veterans Eligible to Transfer School (VETS) Credit Act
UPDATE: The VA official site reports that the Veterans Eligible to Transfer Schools (VETS) Credit Act offers an alternatibe application process for those who need to explore their options for restoration of entitlement. According to VA.gov, “For any covered closure or disapproval after December 27, 2022, you do not need to enroll in a new…
Post 9/11 GI Bill Guide For Spouses and Dependents
The Post 9/11 GI Bill is a military education benefit dependents and spouses can have transferred to them by an active duty parent or spouse to use to get a college degree, certification, or license through an approved program. How can spouses and college-age dependents (military-speak for the children of the military member) access this…
Post 9/11 GI Bill Application Guide for Spouses & Dependents
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.
Post 9/11 GI Bill Eligibility Percentages Explained
How does the VA determine whether you are eligible for 100% Post 9/11 GI Bill entitlement or not? This is an important question since those who do not qualify for 100% of the GI Bill may still attend college using this VA education benefit but may need to pay some of the expenses out-of-pocket because…