What is required to use a Montgomery GI Bill?
The Montgomery GI Bill provides veterans and certain dependents with financial assistance to pursue a degree or training program. To use your benefits, you may be required to meet eligibility criteria to determine which program is appropriate for your time in service.Eligibility CriteriaAs of 2010, the GI Bill consists of several programs to support veteran education. Each program has its own set of eligibility requirements. Under certain conditions, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) allows you combine the benefits of up to two programs.ApplicationYour application for GI Bill benefits requires certain pieces of documentation. Specifically, the VA may require a copy of DD214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and transcripts of all your college work. In addition, you may want to provide your bank routing and account number for direct deposits.Post 9/11 GI BillThe Post 9/11 GI Bill is generally the most comprehensive of all the GI Bill’s education assistance
