The Post 9/11 GI Bill

Chapter 33, or "The Post 9/11 GI Bill," is the newest chapter of the GI Bill as of August 1, 2009. It has three main components:

• tuition and fees (paid to the school)
• housing allowance (paid to the student)
• book allowance (paid to the student)

Because of its newness and complexity, students are advised to learn all they can about the benefit before making any permanent decisions. (Faulkner Disclaimer)

Here are some resources that may help:

How to Apply for the Post 9/11 GI Bill
Even if you have previously used another VA Education Benefit, to switch to Chapter 33, you must complete the 1990 again.
If you have already used Chapter 33 at another school, you will need to complete the 1995 to change schools.

Video

General Information
Things to Consider Before Switching
Eligibility and Payments

Rate of Benefit Percentage, what it is and how it affects your payments

Current State Cap
How Cap Affects What VA Will Pay
Excel Worksheet for Block Tuition
Excel Worksheet for Tuition Charged per Hour

Rate of Pursuit
You must be enrolled at greater than 50% rate of pursuit in order to get the housing allowance. For students enrolled in non-standard terms or graduate programs, contact your School Certifying Official to make sure you are taking enough hours to qualify.

Benefit Calculators (Use the zipcode of the school that will be certifying your enrollment)
VA Version
Military.com version

Transfer of Entitlement
Fact Sheet
Application Process
Video- Service Member Applying for TOE
Student Application for Benefits - 1990E
Third Party Release Form (to permit parents or spouse to contact VA on student's behalf)

Yellow Ribbon Program
Fact Sheet
YRP FAQ
YRP Application

Post 9/11 Business Office Policy
Attendance Verification Form for Business Office - TURN IN TO BUSINESS OFFICE
(does not apply to MEP classes held at Armories)