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Greetings GI Bill® student,
The winter break and holiday season are almost over. This edition of the student newsletter highlights GI Bill benefits and important reminders. Also, this edition has some career opportunities information for those who will be graduating in 2025.
Make sure you add Veteransbenefits@messages.va.gov to your contacts list, so you don't miss important updates from us. If you find this edition useful, please share it with other Veterans and GI Bill beneficiaries and be sure to connect with us on the Post-9/11 GI Bill Facebook. If you received this as a forwarded copy, we encourage you to sign up for our emails and stay in the know about all things GI Bill benefits.
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VA education and training benefits expanded by Supreme Court decision
Through a relatively recent change in how qualifying periods of military service impact benefits earned, individuals may now be eligible for expanded VA education and training benefits. If you served at least two periods of service—one that qualifies for the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB-Active Duty and Selected Reserve) and a second that qualifies for the Post-9/11 GI Bill (PGIB)—you may be able to receive additional GI Bill benefits due to a recent Supreme Court decision. To learn more about this change, including how to apply, visit the Rudisill webpage.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) on your housing and book payments
Have questions about your housing or books stipend? Read these FAQs to see what you’ll get paid, why and when to expect payments. They include:
- Who qualifies for housing payments?
- How much will my housing payment be?
- What if I don’t take classes or training every day that month?
- Will I receive a books and supplies stipend?
- When will my payments arrive?
- Will the payment arrive in one lump sum?
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Don’t delay your benefits
We’re coming up on a peak enrollment period, where the number of GI Bill claims arriving at once can slow down processing. To ensure you receive your benefits in a timely fashion, we recommend you:
- Stay in contact with your School Certifying Officials especially if you add/drop training. Search the GI Bill Comparison Tool for your school and scroll down to “Contact Details” to find them.
- Understand your school’s procedures for submitting an enrollment.
- Keep your contact and payment information up to date. You can update direct deposit information online. You can also update contact or payment information through Ask VA.
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Recent updates to the Montgomery GI Bill application!
If you or someone you know is eligible for Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606) or Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (Chapter 30) benefits, it can be easier than ever to apply for these benefits! Recent technology updates streamlined the application process, making it quicker to complete.
Some applicants will no longer need to manually input their service history. When able, we’ve pre-populated that information to save applicants time! Learn more about Montgomery GI Bill benefits and apply today: https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/.
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Finished my education, what’s next?
Are you close to finishing your education? Now, it's time to explore your career options. VA's Careers and Employment webpage offers Veterans and transitioning service members valuable resources, including job search assistance and career counseling. Start your job search and explore the possibilities today.
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What does my award letter mean?
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Use hiring authorities to pursue a VA career
Are you interested in a career with VA? Enjoy benefits like health insurance, significant time off, and retirement options. Veterans can gain a competitive edge through special programs. The Veteran and Military Spouse Talent Engagement Program offers resume support, interview preparation, and USAJOBS guidance. Watch two current VA employees, who are also Veterans share their success stories with the VA and discover how you can secure a meaningful career serving those who have served.
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Life Insurance for Veterans
Do you know, as a Veteran, that VA has insurance options for you? These options can offer coverage for funeral expenses, debt repayment and income replacement. If you’re a Veteran or know a Veteran, then you need to know about VA’s insurance options. Please visit VA.gov/life-insurance and read the conversion brochure.
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How to verify your remaining Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits
If you have previously applied and been awarded Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits, your GI Bill Statement of Benefits will show you:
- How much of your benefits you’ve used.
- How much benefits you have remaining.
- How much time you have left to use your benefits.
Another great perk is that you can print your statement and use it as a replacement for a Certificate of Eligibility to show that you qualify for benefits. This tool is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Access your Statement of Benefits today! Please visit our website: VA.gov/education/.
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Do you have a question or concern about your benefits? Contact us safely and securely with Ask VA!
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If you know a Veteran who is in crisis,
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