How to Switch From Montgomery GI Bill to Post 9/11
There is an easy way to switch from the Montgomery GI Bill to the Post 9/11 program. Learn how and why to make the change.
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Veterans Benefits
Student Veterans Can Still Get Full GI Bill Benefits Even If Remote
Due to the ongoing pandemic, Congress will extend the GI Bill protections for student veterans that are still required to take remote classes. This will help many veterans who are attending college, and who have no choice but to still be remote.
10 Top Law Schools with Yellow Ribbon Programs
The Top Yellow Ribbon Law Schools Not all colleges and universities are created equal. While attending college is a dream for most people, choosing where to apply can be a tough challenge. For this reason, CollegeRecon compiled a list of the top ten law schools that participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a Department of…
Vet Success on Campus
Vet Success on Campus The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has created the Vet Success on Campus (VSOC) program to help veterans, servicemembers, and their qualified dependents. VSOC aims to help their target populations successfully transition into college life. The ultimate goal is to have VSOC students successfully complete their education and enter into the…
Best Colleges for Military Credit Transfer
View our list of the Best Colleges for Military Credit Transfer. Save money & time by receiving college credit for your military experience – all while earning a degree.
Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) & Dependent Payments Increase Oct 2021
For Veterans using the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB), on October 1, 2021, your benefit payments are set to increase. Get the details.
GI Bill and Veteran Education Benefits Changes in 2021
Signed into law on January 5th, 2021, the Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvements Act of 2020 will make several significant changes to your existing benefits programs. Here are the changes that will affect your GI Bill and veterans education benefits next year.
12 States With the Most Unclaimed Veterans Education Benefits
Earlier this year, the Department of Veterans Affairs published information about the most underused benefits, as reported by each state’s veterans department. The following states reported that these education benefits were the most underused by veterans.
Important GI Bill Update: 48-Month Rule
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.
Veteran Education Benefits: VA’s FAQ’s
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.
States Offering In-State Tuition for Veterans After 3 Years from Discharge
Find states that offer in-state tuition for non-resident veterans beyond the 3-year discharge cap. The Choice Act requires states to offer in-state tuition to non-resident veterans for 3-years after leaving the military. However, 27 states have passed laws that make veteran students eligible for in-state tuition beyond the Choice Act’s limit. With this change there is now a confusing and inconsistent patchwork of laws across the country.
Congress to Stop Coronavirus from Impacting GI Bill BAH Payments
Congress has introduced bills to avoid coronavirus’ impact on GI Bill rates for student veterans whose schools switched to online classes. Learn more.
Guide to Veterans’ Preference Points – What is Veterans Preference Points?
Veterans’ preference points apply when agencies use a system to determine the best qualified applicants. Veterans can receive added points. Learn more.
States Offering Free College Tuition for Veterans & Dependents
One part of raising children is wondering about how you will pay for college when the day comes. As a military service member, you probably wonder how your service can help. Or, as a veteran, you might be curious about your state and if they offer any tuition waivers for veterans. The good news is, certain states do provide tuition waivers to veterans and sometimes their dependents.
As a Student Veteran, You Already Have Everything You Need to Be Successful in College
You can virtually eliminate the cost of a degree using your military education benefits. You already have what a college student needs. Find out more now!
Get A SMART Start On Your Education
Are you thinking about what’s next after the military? Planning your transition and reintegration can be daunting, but there are some steps you can take to make the process less stressful and increase your chances for a successful civilian life. Planning For Change Practically speaking, planning a career change is not unlike a planning military…
Dealing with GI Bill Glitches as a Student Veteran
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.
Healthcare After Active Military & TRICARE after Separation
If you are getting out of the military sometime soon, you need to understand what will happen with your healthcare, and what your options are. You won’t be able to keep TRICARE, at least in its current form, forever. Here are your healthcare options after the military. Healthcare After The Military There are different options…
Tennessee Offers Free Community College to All Adults
The Tennessee Promise Scholarship has been expanded to make community college free for all adults in the state of Tennessee. Learn more.
How to Maximize Your TSP Retirement Fund
Maximizing Your Thrift Savings Plan Retirement Fund All government employees are uniquely positioned to set themselves up for a great retirement. How? Through the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The TSP offers the same type of savings and tax benefits that many private corporations provide their employees under their 401-K plans. (Learn the full ins and…
Military Benefits Update 2019
** Looking for Military Benefits Changes for 2020. Visit MyMilitaryBenefits for the latest here.** With 2019 just around the corner, there will be some changes to some of the military benefits available to those who are or who have served in the military. Military Benefits Changes for 2019 Here is what you can expect: The…
VA Disability Benefits, Payments, and Pay Rates Chart
One part of being a service member is receiving the right benefits and compensation based on your experiences in the military, any disability you have, and any injuries you sustained. It is important for veterans to know what the VA disability benefits and compensation is all about. What is Veterans Disability Compensation? The disability compensation…
UCX: Unemployment Insurance & Benefits after the Military
After the military you may be eligible to receive unemployment insurance through the Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Servicemembers Program or UCX. Learn more.
Hazlewood Act – What is it, Qualifying, & Applying for Texas Veterans
The state of Texas has their own way to help those who have served in the military pay for college, it’s called the Hazlewood Act. This act was named for the Texas senator, Grady Hazlewood. He led the passage of many amendments to the act in 1944 to help veterans. It dates back to 1929…
VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation & VA VOC Rehab – What to Know
What Is the VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation (Voc Rehab) Services Program? The Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program (VR&E – or sometimes commonly referred to as “voc rehab”), was authorized by Congress under Title 38, United States, Chapter 31. This program assists veterans with service-connected disabilities and employment handicaps. It is also there to help service members…