Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)

The Post-9/11 GI Bill (PGIB), or Chapter 33, is a comprehensive education benefit program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for eligible service members and veterans who served on active duty after September 10, 2001. The program provides financial assistance for higher education, vocational training, and career development. Benefits include full coverage of public in-state tuition and fees (with capped rates for private and foreign schools), a monthly housing allowance based on school location for those enrolled more than half-time, an annual stipend for books and supplies, tutorial assistance, reimbursement for national exams and licensing/certification tests, work-study opportunities, and relocation assistance for students moving from rural areas. Eligible individuals may qualify for up to 36 months of benefits, or up to 48 months if eligible for both Post-9/11 GI Bill and Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD) under the Rudisill decision. Benefits can also be transferred to spouses or children by qualified service members. Additional funding through the Yellow Ribbon Program may be available for private school or out-of-state tuition costs.