KEY TAKEAWAYS VET TEC 2.0 is live as of June 2026 — applications are open now using VA Form 22-10297. This is a completely new program, not a continuation of the original pilot. The new service requirement is 36 months of active duty — significantly stricter than VET TEC 1.0, which required only one day of GI Bill entitlement. Veterans must also be under age 62. Unlike the … [Read more...] about VET TEC 2.0: VA High-Tech Training Program Guide for 2026
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How to Transfer Your GI Bill Benefits to a Spouse or Dependent
KEY TAKEAWAYS •You must submit the transfer request through the DoD's milConnect TEB portal before you separate or retire — you cannot initiate a transfer after leaving service. •To transfer, you must have completed at least 6 years of service and agree to serve an additional 4 years at the time of the request. •Spouses can use transferred benefits immediately, including while … [Read more...] about How to Transfer Your GI Bill Benefits to a Spouse or Dependent
Post-9/11 GI Bill Eligibility: Who Qualifies and How to Check Your Status
KEY TAKEAWAYS •The minimum service requirement is 90 days of qualifying active duty after September 10, 2001, followed by an honorable discharge. Thirty days qualifies if you were discharged for a service-connected disability. •Your benefit percentage is tiered — 36 or more months of service unlocks 100%. Most veterans who served a standard enlistment qualify at the top … [Read more...] about Post-9/11 GI Bill Eligibility: Who Qualifies and How to Check Your Status
The Post-9/11 GI Bill: Complete Guide to Benefits, Rates, and Eligibility
KEY TAKEAWAYS •The Post-9/11 GI Bill pays tuition directly to your school, a monthly housing allowance to you, and up to $1,000/year for books and supplies — three separate payment streams. •You need a minimum of 90 days of active duty after September 10, 2001, and an honorable discharge. Benefits are tiered — 36+ months of service unlocks 100%. •For 2025-2026, private school … [Read more...] about The Post-9/11 GI Bill: Complete Guide to Benefits, Rates, and Eligibility
GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) Rates 2025-2026: What You’ll Get Paid
Key Takeaways GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) for the 2025-2026 school year is based on BAH rates for an E-5 with dependents at your school's location Current MHA rates are effective from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026, and use 2025 BAH data (not 2026) Online-only students receive a flat rate of $1,169 per month regardless of location Your actual MHA payment … [Read more...] about GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) Rates 2025-2026: What You’ll Get Paid
Veteran and Military Education Benefits: Your Guide to Funding Your Future
Transitioning from military service to civilian life is a big step, and pursuing further education is a popular choice for many veterans. Fortunately, the US government offers valuable Veteran and military education benefits to help make this transition smoother. These programs can help you pay for college, trade school, or other training programs. This post explores Veteran … [Read more...] about Veteran and Military Education Benefits: Your Guide to Funding Your Future
Owed Money From VA? Over 115,000 Veterans Could Be Due Up To $2,700
Did you serve in the military between January 1, 1977, and June 30, 1985? If you used the Veterans' Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) to help pay for your education, you could be one of the more than 115,000 veterans from VA owes money to. The VA is actively looking for veterans who might be owed refunds, so read on to learn more. We're talking about a significant … [Read more...] about Owed Money From VA? Over 115,000 Veterans Could Be Due Up To $2,700