Do you still receive your college benefits after you ERS from the Army guard?

2018-06-23T17:40:26-04:00

Both my daughter & i joined the CA. Army Guard in 2009, i am now active duty for the state and My daughter did her 6 yrs & got out, her ETS was 2015. When we signed up out contract included the post 911 & I believe the GI kicker. Just last week she tried to enroll in college but the councilor said she had to be currently enlisted to receive her benefits because she did not have 90 days of active duty and that her basic training or AIT did not count towards the 90 days. Is that correct?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2018 5:46 PM

2018-06-23T17:46:04-04:00

That should say ETS

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2018 6:55 PM

2018-06-23T18:55:21-04:00

SGT Private RallyPoint Member Here is some information that might help, and a phone number that might help with the 90 days of active duty service: 1-888-GIBILL1

Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty (MGIB-AD), Chapter 30
Provides education assistance to eligible service members who have served a sufficient period of Active Duty on or after July 1, 1985.

Post-9/11 GI Bill, Chapter 33
For Soldiers with at least 90 days of Active Duty service on or after September 11, 2001, the Post-9/11 GI Bill can cover up to 100 percent of your tuition, depending on the length of time you’ve served. You may also be eligible for a housing allowance and a stipend for books and supplies, and your benefits may be transferable to your dependents. You’ll also find information about the Yellow Ribbon Program, which can help pay higher private school, graduate school or out-of-state tuitions.

Army National Guard Kicker
A supplement to the Montgomery GI Bill that pays up to $350 per month in living expenses—up to $12,600 over 36 months—on top of your GI Bill benefits, for recruits and Soldiers in critical military jobs and units. You’ll need to apply and qualify for this program.

https://www.nationalguard.com/college

College | National Guard

You can serve in the National Guard while you complete your college education.