Information about the Post 9/11 GI Bill

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about the Post 9/11 GI Bill. These questions will be updated often, so please check back. Also you can subscribe to our RSS Feeds to be automatically notified when new information becomes available.

Effective Date & Retroactive Payments [Click to List]

• Effective Date
• Will I receive a retroactive payment or increased payments under the Post-9/11 GI Bill for classes I am taking before August 1, 2009?

How can I apply for the Post-9/11 GI Bill?

Eligibility Information

Payment Amounts

What programs does the Post-9/11 GI Bill cover?

Can I use the Post-9/11 GI Bill while on active duty?

The Post-9/11 GI Bill and your monetary contributions to the Montgomery GI Bill

Transferring between the Montgomery GI Bill and the post-9/11 GI Bill

Transferring between VEAP and the Post-9/11 GI Bill

Questions Regarding Tuition Reimbursement [Click to List]

• I‘m going to an expensive school, how does that work?
• Do I get the full Post-9/11 GI Bill benefit I am eligible for if my state already has a free tuition and fees/books program?
• I am a school official, how do I find out more information about the payments that will come to the school?

Can I transfer benefits to my dependents?

I have a service-connected disability. Should I use the Post-9/11 GI Bill or Vocational Rehabilitation?

Are there any enrollment fees?

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