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VA Education Benefits

Veterans of the armed services are entitled to various education benefits depending on when and how long they served. See below for details on the types of VA chapters and eligibility. Dependents of veterans may also be eligible for benefits. 

For Veterans 

Below are details on the different types of VA chapters and who is eligible for each. To apply for VA education benefits under any of these chapters, follow the Steps to Process VA Education Benefits

If you are unsure which chapter of benefits you should use, contact us at va@montgomerycollege.edu.

For all chapters of VA education benefits, you will be required to submit a Certification Request for VA Benefits (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) to the VA Coordinator at Montgomery College after registering for classes. This allows the College to process your payment from the VA. If you do not submit the Certification Request, your classes will be dropped for nonpayment. 

Fall 2024 FAQs (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window)
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Chapter 33: The Post-9/11 GI Bill®

The Post-9/11 GI Bill® is for individuals with at least 90 days of accumulated service on or after September 11, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. An honorable discharge is required to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®.

Chapter 30 & 1606: Montgomery GI Bill®

The Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB) is available for both active duty and Selected Reserves.

Chapter 31: Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment Program

VR&E helps veterans and service members with service-connected disabilities and an employment handicap prepare for, obtain, and maintain suitable careers.

 

For Dependents 

Students that are dependents of veterans (children and spouses) may qualify for VA Education Benefits under Chapter 33 or Chapter 35. Dependents should follow the steps on the VA Education Benefits for Dependents page to apply. 

VA Forms

 

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairsnew window.