If you are one of the few remaining people that isn't using the Post-9/11 GI Bill you will be seeing an increase in your monthly payments beginning October 1.
The annual cost-of-living allowance is being rolled out for all GI Bill programs except the Post-9/11 GI Bill which received its increase on August 1.
Let's look at how much more you can expect to receive for the upcoming year.
Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty
A full-time student using the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty will see their monthly payment increase from $1,924 to $1,994, while a half-time student will see an increase from $964 to $997. Check out all the rates here.
Montgomery GI Bill - Reserves
A full-time student using the Montgomery GI Bill - Reserves will see their monthly payment increase from $375 to $384, while a half-time student will see an increase from $187 to $191 Check out all the rates here.
Dependents Education Assistance
A full-time student using the Dependents Education Assistance Program will see their monthly payment increase from $1,041 to $1,224, while a half-time student will see an increase from $519 to $710. Check out all the rates here.
Post-9/11 GI Bill
The Post-9/11 GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance and maximum amount payable for private school and online schools increased on Aug. 1, 2018. Check out those rates here.
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