Activate Your GI Bill Benefits
- Find out if you qualify for benefits. You can qualify for partial GI Bill benefits if you have served on active duty for...
- Sign up for benefits. If you want to use the benefits yourself, gather your paperwork and go to the How to Apply section...
- Get extra help from the Yellow Ribbon Program. The GI Bill pays the full cost of in-state...
How do I get started using my GI Bill?
Your GI Bill can be used to pay for many different programs including the following:
- College degree programs including Associate, Bachelor, and advanced degree programs
- Vocational/Technical Training including non-college degree programs
- On-the-job/Apprenticeship Training
- Licensing & Certification Reimbursement
- National Testing Programs such as SAT, CLEP, AP, etc
- Flight Training
- Correspondence Training
- Work-study programs
What schools accept GI Bill?
Top GI Bill Approved Trade Schools
- Altierus Career College (HVAC)
- Washburn Institute of Technology (Mechanic)
- Colby Community College (Veterinary Technician)
- Lake Area Technical Institute (Cosmetology)
- Pamlico Community College (Electrician)
How do I contact GI Bill?
- Army Active-Duty Officer (Email)
- Army Active-Duty Enlisted (Email)
- Army National Guard (Email)
- Army Reserve (Enlisted and Officer) (Email)
- Navy Active-Duty Personnel 866-827-5672 or DSN 882-5672
- Navy Reserve (Email) or 800-621-8853, Fax: 757-444-7597/7598
- Marine Corps Active-Duty Officer (Email)
- Marine Corps Active-Duty Enlisted (Email)
Can you go to any college with the GI Bill?
The GI Bill isn’t an automatic ticket to any school you want to attend. You will still need to meet the schools specific requirements. You still need to be accepted like any other student. The GI Bill just helps pay for school. You have to get in first. That depends. In some cases, you’ll have to apply and be accepted.
How do I activate my GI Bill?
You can also apply:Call 888-442-4551, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET, to request that we send the application to you. ... Go to a VA regional office and have a VA employee help you. ... You can work with a trained professional called an accredited representative to get help applying for education benefits.
How do I get GI Bill benefits?
Veterans: 5 Ways to Maximize Your GI Bill BenefitsSave your benefits for your most expensive tuition bill.Take at least one class per semester in person.Earn as many credits as you can per semester.Beware of misleading schools.Submit the FAFSA.
How do I verify my GI Bill benefits?
You can verify your enrollment via text message or by calling the Education Call Center (ECC) 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551). The ECC can also help you opt into text verification.
When can I use my GI Bill?
When To Use The GI Bill. You can begin using your benefit after 2 years of service, however before you choose to use the GI Bill you should know that it is usually not a good idea to use it while on active duty, because VA administers the Montgomery GI Bill differently for active duty and veterans.
Can you cash out your GI Bill?
In most cases, the answer is no, you cannot get a refund for your GI Bill. But some veterans may be eligible to receive a Montgomery GI Bill refund once they have used their entire Post-9/11 GI Bill benefit.
Does GI Bill require monthly verification?
Who needs to verify their enrollment? All Post-9/11 GI Bill students need to verify enrollment every month, but this requirement will be rolled out in phases through the 2021-2022 school year.
How long does it take to process VA education benefits?
From the date that the VA receives enrollment certification, it generally 6-10 weeks for you to receive payment.
How do I opt into Post 911 GI Bill?
If you desire to transfer your Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) to Post 9-11 education benefits, you will need to go to the Veterans Online Application (VONAPP) website and set up a login and password for access. The basic MGIB provides a flat monthly rate entitlement.