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This program helps pay for the cost of education for reserve service members who are called to serve in a war or national emergency. Those that complete at least 90 consecutive days of service are eligible to receive money for educational expenses.
Answers to common questions:
| Eligibility | Value | Money uses | Applying |
A student may be eligible for this benefit if:
The rate varies depending on how long the student served and the type of education or training they want. For traditional institution-based education, the rates are currently as follows:
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Training Time
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90-364 days of service
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1+ year of service
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2+ years of service
|
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Full time
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$440.40
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$660.60
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$880.80
|
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3/4 time
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$330.30
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$495.45
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$660.60
|
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1/2 time
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$220.20
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$330.30
|
$440.40
|
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1/4 time or less
|
110.10
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$165.15
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$220.20
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Get information about current benefit rates for other types of education and training.
In most cases, the money can be used for any education programs, EXCEPT national exams or testing. If training time is less than 1/2 time, however, the benefit may be limited to tuition and related fees only.
A student can apply online, or contact an Educational Regional Processing office by calling 1-888-GIBILL1 (1-888-442-4551) or (TDD 1-800-829-4833) (toll-free).