What is the Chapter 33, Post-9/11 GI-Bill?
- This bill provides up to 36 months of education benefits.
- Benefits are generally payable for 15 years following your release from active duty.
- Payments are based on the amount of service you completed after September 10, 2001.
- Post-9/11 GI-Bill benefits do not cover study abroad unless it is a mandatory requirement to earn the degree.
- Learn more about the Post-9/11 GI-Bill
Veteran’s Eligibility for Benefits:
- Your eligibility for the Post-9/11 GI-Bill benefit is determined by the Department of Veteran Affairs.
- You must have served on active duty a minimum of 90 aggregate days on or after September 11, 2001.
- You can transfer your education benefits to your spouse and/or dependents upon approval of the Department of Defense.
- You must receive an honorable discharge to be eligible.
If you are eligible for benefits under the Post-9/11 GI-Bill, you may receive:
- Payment for tuition and fees sent directly to Belmont University
- A monthly housing allowance issued to the student
- An annual book stipend of up to $1,000 issued to the student
Payable Benefits for Eligible Students
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At least 36 months
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100% (may also be eligible for Yellow Ribbon Program)
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Up to $18,077.50
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30 months < 36 months
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90%
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Up to $16,269.75
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24 months < 30 months
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80%
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Up to $14,462.00
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18 months < 24 months
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70%
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Up to $12,654.25
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12 months < 18 months
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60%
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Up to $10,846.50
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6 months < 12 months
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50%
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Up to $9,038.75
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90 days < 6 months
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40%
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Up to $7,231.00
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