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  1. Are VA Education Benefits Taxable?

    No. Any veterans’ benefits paid under any law administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) should not be reported as income to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You will not receive a...

  2. Post-9/11 GI Bill Eligibility for Active Duty Veterans

    Veterans who have served at least 90 days of active duty service after September 10, 2001 and received an honorable discharge will qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill. To qualify for the full benefit a...

  3. Who is eligible for in-state tuition (i.e. who is a covered individual) under Section 702 of the Choice Act?

    Covered individuals as defined in the Choice Act include: A Veteran who lives in the state where he or she is attending school (regardless of his/her legal state of residence) and enrolls in the...

  4. How do I verify my enrollment?

    If you're receiving the Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty or MGIB - Selected Reserve GI Bill, use the  Web Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE) or call our toll free Interactive Voice...

  5. How is my housing allowance paid if I'm not a full-time student?

    Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill,a Veteran enrolled at more than one-half time can qualify for a monthly housing allowance based on DoD's Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate for an E-5 with dependents...

  6. I am enrolled in school. When will I receive my benefits from VA?

    There are many things that affect when you receive your payments.  Your school must submit your enrollment to VA for processing to begin.  If it's the first time you are using...

  7. Refund of the Montgomery GI Bill $1,200.00 buy-in for Post-9/11 GI Bill recipients?

    Individuals who entered Active Duty after June 30, 1985 OR who served a combination of at least 2 years of Active Duty service and 4 years of Selected Reserve service after June 30, 1985 may...

  8. What if I receive a failing grade?

    If you fail a class you receive what is called a "punitive grade" for that class. A punitive grade is a grade that doesn’t count as earned credit, but is used in determining a student’s progress...

  9. What type of active duty counts for a Reserve or Guard member regarding the Post-9/11 GI Bill?

    The following active duty qualifies for Post-9/11 GI Bill eligibility: All Title 10 active duty supporting named contingency operations Title 32 service for the purpose of organizing...

  10. How does a school get a program approved for GI Bill benefits?

    State Approving Agencies (SAA) are generally responsible for the approval of education and training programs in their respective states. They are the pathway into VA for a program's recognition and...