Are you thinking of going back/ going to school? Here are important things that you should know about the GI Bill

Elizabeth Malkin — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 10:31:55 -0400

The G.I. Bill was originally a benefits package created for returning WW2 veterans that covered things such as low-premium mortgages, tuition for education (vocational, university, or high school) and unemployment compensation. What is it now though? What does it actually mean for you, how should you use it, what are the traps not to fall into?

Read the article below to learn some important key facts about the GI Bill.

http://blog.rallypoint.com/2015/07/things-you-should-know-about-gi-bill.html

What is your schooling history? Are you thinking of going back? Where did you attend school? Would you recommend that school or that degree programme for others in the RP community?

RallyPoint.com: Important Things You Should Know About the GI Bill

Response by Maj Chris Nelson made Jul 27 at 2015 10:40 AM

Maj Chris Nelson — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 10:40:27 -0400

I am considering getting my PhD in Nursing education, however, I have already blasted through most of my GI Bill....time will tell for sure! I will have to inquire into it after I retire.

Response by LTC John Shaw made Jul 27 at 2015 10:40 AM

LTC John Shaw — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 10:40:45 -0400

I have BSBA-Finance, MBA, JD, I don't recommend Law degree for anyone else, learning is constant!
My daughter is using the remainder of my Post 9-11 GI Bill. We have been able to get her first year covered at 80% for my two overseas tours. Most Universities have a Veteran knowledgeable department. Most experiences have been positive but can be improved.
The VA validation process can cause confusion, so work with the school and VA to make sure your classes are part of a degree program so they are funded.

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 27 at 2015 10:41 AM

CW4 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 10:41:08 -0400

I'm pursuing my Masters in Education right now and I'm a firm believer in the importance of having a college education and I have great confidence in the TA and GI Bill programs. I'm currently use the Top Up program for my courses.

Response by CPT Jason Mitchell, MBA made Jul 27 at 2015 10:51 AM

CPT Jason Mitchell, MBA — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 10:51:31 -0400

I used the Selected Reserve GI BILL to finish my Undergraduate Degree, and am currently using the Post 9/11 GI BILL for an MBA. This is one of the greatest benefits to service and everyone should take advantage of it to some degree...because you EARNED it! I wish someone would have told me to go straight from Active Duty into an MBA or other Graduate Program because it is definitely knowledge that a former NCO/Soldier/Officer needs to know to be successful as a manager in the civilian world. Otherwise, it's all OJT and a long road to learn how civilian business works. The GI Bill is a fantastic social program that has paid dividends to the U.S. economy and society since it's inception following WWII.

Response by SrA Marc Haynes made Jul 30 at 2015 1:23 PM

SrA Marc Haynes — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 13:23:28 -0400

I am returning to school September 8th which to me to be a strange/late start date for college to begin. I am nervous and excited simultaneously. It has been 19 years since my last college course so there will be some adjustment needed for me but it will be okay. I was in from 1978 until 1982 so I have no GI Bill that I am aware of for me.