Chapter 33 Post 911 GI Bill What is

Chapter 33 Post 9/11 GI Bill

What is Chapter 33? • The Post-9/11 (Chapter 33) is an education benefit program specifically for military members who served on active duty on or after September 11, 2001. May be transferred to eligible immediate Family members (Spouse and Children).

How do I know if I’m eligible? You may receive these benefits if you meet at least one of the requirements listed below: • Served at least 90 days on active duty (all at once or breaks in service) on or after September 11, 2001. • Received a Purple Heart on or after September 11, 2001, and was honorably discharged after any amount of time you spent in service. • Served for at least 30 continuous days (all at once or breaks in service) on or after September 11, 2001, and were honorably discharged with a service-connected disability. • The Department of Veterans Affairs determines eligibility and the criteria can be found here https: //www. va. gov/education/eligibility/ • Please keep in mind that veterans may be eligible for multiple benefits and should do the research in advance as to which program works best for their individual situation. • Some benefits can be used in sequence; others may need to be relinquished.

What benefits can I get at CMC with the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)? • CMC offers priority registration to all veterans and active duty, regardless of separation date or use of GI Bill benefits. Must have proof of prior military service (retired ID, Department of Veterans Affair ID, DD 214, etc. ) to Veterans Services on the main campus. Dependents do not qualify for priority registration. • Offers counselors that are well informed on this benefit. They will help keep you on track with your educational goal. • Pursuant to the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 (choice, VACA), CMC offers resident enrollment fees to all covered individuals, effective July 1, 2015. Eligible Veterans initially determined to be subject to out of state tuition should submit a change of status form with required documentation to Veteran Services. • CMC Ø Ø Ø provides Chapter 33 students with book and gas cards: 1 -7 units (1/4 time) $100 for books and $25 for gas 8 -11 units (1/2 time) $200 for books and $50 for gas 12+ units (full time) $300 for books and $75 for gas • Bud and Betty’s Place is a recreational center open to Veterans and Active Duty students. The center offers computers, soda mess, and a comfortable space to study and hang out with other Veterans and Active Duty students. • Veteran Services is always available to help with starting, continuing and assisting with these benefits.

How do I apply for the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)? • Apply online or by mail. See https: //www. va. gov/education/how-to-apply/ for more information on how to apply. • You may also apply in person at a VA regional office. See https: //www. va. gov/find-locations/? facility. Type=benefits to find the closest office near you. • If you need any assistance with filling out your application please contact CMC Veteran Services.

What do I do after applying for benefits? Visit Veteran Services and turn in the following documents: • Must have proof of completed application (screenshot or completed application). • Copy of DD 214 • Official transcript (only if you attended another college prior to CMC) • VA Approval Form • Official SEP from counselor • Prior Credit Form