What does the Post 9-11 GI Bill pay for eligible individuals


Tuition and Fees:

Tuition and fees are paid directly to your school and are not to exceed the maximum in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at a public institution of higher learning.

Monthly Housing Allowance:

The monthly housing allowance is paid to the student and is equal the basic allowance for housing (BAH) for an E5 with dependants and the zip code for the location of the school.

View a chart of the BAH Rates - http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/bah.html

Annual Books and Supplies Stipend:

The annual books and supplies stipend is paid to the student and equals up to $1000.  The annual books and supplies stipend is paid proportionally based on enrollment. (Individuals on active duty will not receive the books and supplies stipend)

One Time Rural Benefit Payment:

A one time rural benefit payment is paid to individuals who reside in a county with 6 persons or fewer per square mile (as determined by the most recent dicennial census), and who either;

- physically relocate at least 500 miles to attendand educational institution or

- relocate by air to attend and educational institution (if no other land based transportation exists)


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