The GI Bill refers to any Department of Veterans Affairs education benefit earned by active duty members, select reserve and national guard armed forces and their families. GI Bill education benefits help eligible veterans and servicemembers reach their education or career training goals by covering the costs.
In addition to funding servicemember and veteran educations at traditional colleges, the GI Bill can be used to pay for independent study programs, required continuing education units, licensing, certification, apprenticeship, and on-the-job training (OJT) programs.
The Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB)
The Montgomery GI Bill
The Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) provides military education benefits to active duty service members and veterans.
MGIB Highlights Include:
- Monthly benefit is valued at nearly $40,000
- Benefits are tax free
- Benefits can be used for tuition, books, fees and living expenses while earning a degree, certification or attending a trade school
The Post-9/11 2009 GI Bill
Post 9-11 GI Bill
The 2009 Post 9-11 GI Bill update is a new education benefits package for post-9/11 veterans and servicemembers who have served more than 90 days since September 11, 2001. The new bill also gives Guard and Reserve members who have been activated for more than 90 days since Sept. 11, 2001, access to the same GI Bill benefits.
Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill Update, servicemembers and veterans may be eligible to receive:
- Full tuition and fees
- Monthly housing stipend
- $1,000 stipend for books and supplies
Access your GI Bill Benefits
Are you ready to access your GI benefits and pursue your education or training? Learn more about GI Bill eligibility requirements and apply for the GI Bill by filling out and following the instructions on VA Form 22-1990, Obtain new skills and be on your way to a more promising civilian future or position yourself for a potential military promotion.