What is 60% of the Post-9/11 GI Bill?
You may be eligible for the 60¾nefit level if: You have aggregate service of at least six months but less than eighteen months of qualifying active-duty service (excluding initial entry and skill training). Those previously eligible at the 50% benefit level now qualify for the 60% benefit level.
How is the Post-9/11 GI Bill calculated?
For Post 9/11 V. A: Post 9/11 GI Bill entitlement use calculations are made based on the rate of pursuit figured by taking the number of credits you are taking, times 30 days per month, divided by the number of credits considered full-time by the school.
How do I find out my GI Bill percentage?
Need more help?
- GI Bill Hotline: 888-GIBILL-1 (888-442-4551)
- Students Outside the U.S.: +1-918-781-5678.
- VA benefits hotline: 800-827-1000.
- MyVA411 main information line: 800-698-2411.
- If you have hearing loss, call TTY: 711.
What is 80% of the GI Bill?
10, 2001 your GI Bill benefit tier percentage is 80%. If you are attending a school which has a Monthly Housing Allowance of $1000/month you would receive 80% of your housing allowance or $800/month. This stipend is based on the DoD’s Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for an E-5 with dependents.
Do reserves get Post-9/11 GI Bill?
Many Guard and Reserve servicemembers and veterans activated after Sept. 11, 2001 are eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill. If you are a Guard or Reserve member or veteran who served at least 90 consecutive days on active duty in the Armed Forces since Sept. 11, 2001, you’re eligible.
How much does the GI Bill pay for reserves?
What benefits can I get? You can get up to $407 per month in compensation (payments) for up to 36 months.
How are GI Bill months calculated?
Generally, VA calculates payment and entitlements using a 30-day month. In this scenario, since your semester was 115 days long and you took a full-time course load, the VA would deduct 115 days, or nearly four months, from your benefits. If you took six credit hours, the VA would deduct 57.5 days from your benefits.
Can I extend my Post-9/11 GI Bill?
Students who have used up or nearly depleted the entirety of their Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits will be able to apply to the Department of Veterans Affairs for extended time and financial assistance. This extension will pay eligible students up to nine additional months of benefits or a maximum lump sum of $30,000.