Education · Federal
Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) and Transfer of Education Benefits
At 100% tier (2026-27, Aug 1, 2026-Jul 31, 2027): full net in-state tuition at public schools; private/foreign/non-college capped at $30,908.34/yr; MHA based on E-5 with-dependents BAH (online max $1,261/mo, foreign $2,522/mo); books up to $1,000/yr ($41.67/credit). Tiers 50-90% for <36 months service.
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Last verified2026-10-11
Re-check by2027-08-01
You served at least 90 days on active duty (either all at once or with breaks in service) on or after September 11, 2001, or
How to apply
- Apply for education benefits on VA.gov to get a Certificate of Eligibility.
- For transfer: request TEB through DoD milConnect while on active duty / Selected Reserve.
- Dependent applies on VA.gov (or VA Form 22-1990e).
Eligibility rules and amounts come from the official source and can change. Always confirm there before you apply.