Military and Veteran Services

GI Bill® Chapter 33 (Post-9/11 GI Bill)

Program Information

GI Bill® Chapter 33 is an education benefit for individuals who served on active duty after September 11, 2001. It provides up to 36 months of education benefits.

Application Process

Click here to be directed to the online application.

Covered Costs

Chapter 33 benefits provide a monthly stipend directly to the service member.  This program also pays for tuition and fees based on the percentage of eligibility.

Please visit http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/resources/benefits_resources/rate_tables.asp for current payment rates and percent of payment based on years of service.

Campus Requirements/Steps 

1. Submit your application to the university.  Do not pay application fee as it will be automatically waived.
2. Complete GI Bill® application.  (see Application Process)
3. You will receive an eligibility letter for the GI Bill® from the VA in 4 to 6 weeks.  This form can be turned in at the Military and Veteran Resource Center or can be when you complete the GI Bill® Certification Request Form.  See below:
4. Complete the GI Bill® Certification Request Form 
   1. Students must already have class schedule to complete; first time students can also upload a copy of their Certificate of Eligibility through this process.
   2. Complete online here: Complete online here: Click Here for the GI Bill® Certification Request Form
   3. This form is completed each semester and anytime a class is added or dropped.
   4. Online submission will be automatically submitted.
   5. NOTE: If benefits are used at another school, proceed to the application process and begin an application.  Answer the question that asks if you are updating benefits to be directed to the correct form.
5. Verify your enrollment with the VA every month while enrolled and attending classes using one of the following methods:
   1. Opt in to the text verification through the VA.  If you would like to opt in please call the number listed under number 3.
   2. Verify by phone using the number below.
   3. Call the VA at 1-888-442-4551

Link to VA Full Benefit Description 

https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/post911_gibill.asp