This educational program pays for DVA-approved degree and certificate programs offered only by a college or university. An apprenticeship/OJT program, for example, could qualify if it is offered by a college or university.
Individual entitlements will not expire for those whose last discharge or release from active duty date is on or after January 1, 2013. Remember you do not have to make any decisions in regards to the Post-9/11 GI Bill at this time.
If you meet the requirements mentioned next, you have these benefits available to you already. For specific questions regarding the Post-9/11 GI Bill contact the DVA.
Eligibility
All Airmen (veterans or AD) with honorable active service since 11 September 2001 are eligible.
Service benefits for most Airmen begin 90 days after completing technical school.
Maximum benefit is based on 36 months of AD service
- Benefits increase as a member serves more time (prorated)
- The percentage level ranges from 40% of the maximum benefit for serving between 90 days and 6 months to 100% (maximum) benefit if you serve 36 months (refer to image below)
Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Transferability
- You have the option to transfer benefits to qualified family members (maximum of 36 months)
- You will incur an Active Duty Service Commitment (ADSC) of 4 years from the date of application approval
- To find out more specific information, contact the Total Force Service Center – San Antonio or DVA
Tuition and Fees (paid directly to the school)
- AD: may receive the total amount of tuition and fees
- Veterans: amount is prorated (percentage level) according to your length of service (all tuition and fees for an in-state student at a public institution or maximum tuition and fees for private/foreign institution each academic year).
Monthly Housing Stipend
- AD: not eligible for this benefit
- Veterans: housing stipend will be tied to training time. Full housing benefits will be for full time students (attending more than ½ time); students attending less than full time will have their housing allowance prorated to their rate of pursuit (rounded to the nearest tenth)
Annual Stipend for Books and Supplies
- AD: payment paid directly to the student
- Veterans: payment paid directly to the student and is based on amount of service completed (percentage level) and enrollment (course load). Maximum payment is $1,000 annually; proportionately based on enrollment
Tutorial Assistance
- Students having difficulty in a course can be reimbursed $100 per month for a maximum of $1,200
- Rate of pursuit must be at least 50 percent and student must be enrolled in the course in which tutoring is received
Yellow Ribbon Program
Participating educational institutions may elect to make additional funds available for your education program without additional charge to your GI Bill entitlement. Contact the DVA for additional information or assistance.
License or Certifications
Allows reimbursement for more than one license or certification examination (cannot exceed $2,000 per test).
Exam Reimbursement
- Allows reimbursement for fees paid to take national exams used for admission to institutions of higher learning such as SAT, ACT, GMAT, LSAT or GRE
- Entitlement will be charged one month for every $1,902.61 paid for all testing
NOTE: Beside the MGIB SR, activated reserve and guard service-members may be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill if they were activated under certain conditions.