What are some dependent educational benefits for children under 18yrs old from 100% service-connected disabled vet?

GySgt Michael Cruz — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:51:32 -0400

I’m the sponsor and I have used all my post 911 GI bill benefits already so I can’t transfer them.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 30 at 2021 5:55 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:55:10 -0400

Chapter 35 if you are 100% P & T. Your state may offer benefits as well. In Louisiana at 90% and above gets them tuition exemption.

Response by CPL Deborah Cales made Sep 2 at 2021 2:23 PM

CPL Deborah Cales — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 14:23:41 -0400

Chapter 35 allows educational benefits to dependents of 100% permanently disabled veterans(ages 18-26). Sometimes they will pay before age 18 and after 26.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 2 at 2021 3:51 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:51:50 -0400

Good Afternoon Gunny,

While your dependents are eligible for benefits under Chapter 35, depending on the state you reside in they could be eligible for free instate tuition. Here in Virginia if you're 100% permanently and totally disabled for any reason your children are entitled to 48 months of free tuition. If you're 100% permanently and totaled disabled due to enemy action it's 48 months of free tuition AND room + board. In addition to benefits for you dependents, some states like Virginia, South Carolina, etc also exempt you from property taxes on your primary residence. Some states offer a percentage reduction. Either way your states Department of Veteran Services would be your first point of inquiry.

Have a good day Gunny.

Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 19 at 2021 12:27 PM

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 12:27:43 -0500

https://www.legion.org/scholarships/legacy

Legacy Scholarship | The American Legion

The American Legion’s Legacy Scholarship provides college funding to children of post-9/11 veterans who died on active duty, or those who have a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or greater. Apply January 1 to April 15.

Response by COL Eric Burns made Jul 24 at 2022 10:35 AM

COL Eric Burns — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 10:35:37 -0400

Usually the benifits can vary ,but most are covered by a medical insurance with acces to aafees and some school assistance if the father had any school benefits ,such as our active duty outside schools