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The VA recently launched a new online GI Bill comparison tool to make it easier for Veterans to calculate their Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits and to learn more about colleges and universities across the country. This new tool provides information about a school such as whether the school is a Yellow Ribbon school, whether they participate with the Principles of Excellence, the school graduation rate and loan default percentages.
http://department-of-veterans-affairs.github.io/gi-bill-comparison-tool/
It's about awareness, and having the tools to make the right decisions
http://department-of-veterans-affairs.github.io/gi-bill-comparison-tool/
It's about awareness, and having the tools to make the right decisions
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Posted 12 y ago
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The problem with this tool is it doesn't show you whether Post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill is better. Though with simple calculations you can make the determination. Montgomery pays $1646 per month, out of which you pay the tuition, actually, you pay the tuition up front, and Montgomery reimburses you out of the $1646. Whatever is left over is what you have for housing and books. If you have the College fund or paid the kicker, then you add $250 per month to that, roughly $1900 per month. Montgomery is usually only better if you're going to certain online only schools, or have a full scholarship/Pell Grants to pay the tuition. Otherwise Post 9/11 is better.
It is critical to remember that if you go Post 9/11 you can't go back to Montgomery. Vitally important to do the research before you make the decision.
It is critical to remember that if you go Post 9/11 you can't go back to Montgomery. Vitally important to do the research before you make the decision.
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PO1 Ricky Allen here are some tips for making better career and college choices. https://rebootcamp.militarytimes.com/transition-tips/education/2018/10/17/8-tips-to-help-vets-pick-the-right-college/
8 tips to help vets pick the right college
The GI Bill is one of the most valuable benefits you'll receive for your military service. So how do you pick a school that will make the most of your GI Bill and avoid going to a college that will waste it?
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