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Reimbursements Slow Under New GI Bill
Andy Davis had to travel 300 miles and stand in line for almost three hours to get the college money promised him under the Post-9/11 GI Bill.DSST, CLEP Testing Readily Available
Sometimes Marines cannot attend college courses on site or online due to work schedule or time constraints — but they have an alternative.VA Seeks Help to Process GI Bill Claims
On Oct. 21, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a solicitation for temporary contractor support to assist in processing the increased volume of education claims received since implementing the new Post-9/11 GI Bill.Bill to Extend New GI Bill to Guard Members
Michael Bennet, U.S. Senator for Colorado, today announced new legislation that would bring full education benefits to National Guard members whose service is not currently covered by the new GI bill. Senator Mark Udall cosponsored the legislation.Caution Paying For Education Counseling
Officials with the Army Continuing Education System caution that some civilian organizations are taking advantage of uninformed Soldiers.Soldiers Go Online for Education
Despite being far from a university classroom, Soldiers of the 395th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion place a priority on furthering their academic studies.Army Answering Flood Of GI Bill Questions
Three Soldiers in the Army's Enlisted Policy Division have been busy answering up to 100 questions daily from the field regarding the Post-9/11 GI Bill.Online Sign-ups for Emergency GI Bill Payment
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki today announced further outreach to Veteran-students eligible for a special emergency payment of their education benefits. Veterans can now apply online beginning Oct. 2. Veteran-students can also request courtesy transportation to VA regional benefits offices.Emergency GI Bill Payment FAQs
The following Frequently Asked Questions reflect the latest information on the VA's emergency payment process. The program was developed in response to the hardships caused by GI Bill benefit delays.Emergency Education Benefit Checks Ordered
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has authorized checks for up to $3,000 to be given to students who have applied for educational benefits and who have not yet received their government payment.Upgraded GI Bill Opens Vets' Job Prospects
The "Yellow Ribbon" provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill approved by Congress last year means a lot of different things to many different people.New GI Bill Checks Flow, but Some Delays
Facing a rush of last-minute claims, the Department of Veterans Affairs has cut housing checks to tens of thousands of veterans returning to college under the newly expanded GI Bill but officials acknowledge several thousand may get their money later than expected.GI Bill to Boost Professional Work Force
More college-educated professionals will enter the next generation's professional work force as a result of the Post-9/11 GI Bill, Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric K. Shinseki said this week at the American Legion's 91st National Convention in Louisville, Ky.Fixing New GI Bill CA Tuition Glitch
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced today a joint solution has been reached between the State of California and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) concerning how tuition and fees are determined.President Highlights New GI Bill
President Obama delivered his thanks to troops who've served in war since the 9/11 attacks by introducing a revamped G.I. Bill, asserting that the program matches the benefits bestowed on WWII vets and will boost the economy by infusing a new generation of productive leaders into American society.
Guard Explains Eligibility for GI Bill
Citizen-Soldiers who do not qualify for benefits under the new Post-9/11 G.I. Bill should explore opportunities available from their individual states, Guard officials said.New GI Bill to be Effective August 1st
Although the Post 9/11 GI Bill is not effective until Aug. 1, servicemembers may submit a request to transfer benefits to their spouses and children now.New GI Bill Launches
Many have called it the most substantial improvement to veterans' education benefits since World War II. Others see it as the nation making up for what it didn't do for those who returned with little thanks after serving in Vietnam. But whatever the sentiment, on August 1, more than a year and a half after it was introduced in the Senate, the "Post-9/11" GI Bill is going live.
Transfer Options Take Effect Aug. 1
The Post-9/11 GI Bill takes effect Aug. 1, but in the meantime, servicemembers may submit a request to transfer benefits to their spouses and children now.
VA: Apply Soon for Education Benefits
WASHINGTON – Servicemembers interested in using the new Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits this fall are encouraged to contact the Veterans Affairs Department soon to determine their eligibility, the VA’s director of education said.Most Popular
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