Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance

Department Of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration

VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with needs like paying college tuition, finding the right school or training program, and getting career counseling. Learn how to apply for and manage the education and training benefits youโ€™ve earned.

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Helps veterans and their families pay for college tuition and training programs. Provides support for adjusting to civilian life after military service.

Quick Facts

Funding
Contact for details
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
STEM Research & Education
Organization
Department Of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration

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What Is This Program?

To assist beneficiaries in receiving educational benefits and training and to help service members adjust to civilian life after separation from military service, assist in the recruitment and retention of highly qualified personnel in the active and reserve components in the Armed Forces by providing education benefits, and to provide educational opportunities to the dependents of certain service members and veterans.

What Benefits Are Offered?

training

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Determine eligibility for the Post-9/11 GI Bill
  • Prepare necessary documentation
  • Complete the application form
  • Submit the application
  • Await decision on application
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.va.gov/education/apply/
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
rolling

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • college tuition
  • training program costs
  • career counseling

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.

How Do I Apply?

EDUSTAENG.VBAVACO@va.gov
(202) 461-9800

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

Contact the program administrator for funding details.

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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