Post 9-11 GI Bill®
General information
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) provides financial support for education and housing to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service after September 10, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. You must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®. This benefit provides up to 36 months of education benefits, generally benefits are payable for 15 years following your release from active duty.
US Department of Veterans Affairs website: Post 9/11 GI Bill® Information
The Post 9/11 GI Bill® is transferable to children and spouses: GI Bill® Transferability
How to apply for an initial Certificate of Eligibility
Fill out Form 22-1990 (or 22-1990E for transferred benefits) using the new Vets.gov portal to submit the form.
What paperwork should I submit?
There are three documents that must be turned in to the Parkside School Certifying Official
- A copy of your most recent Certificate of Eligibility or Proof of Remaining Eligibility
- A copy of your DD-214
- Request for Veteran Educational Benefits (R-VAB)
Send scanned copies of this paperwork to veterans@uwp.edu
What if I am a TRANSFER student already using Post 9/11 at another college?
In addition to the paperwork above, please turn in a completed VA Form 22-1995.
Provide us with proof of your remaining eligibility from eBenefits.
I am not a Wisconsin Resident - can I use the Yellow Ribbon Program?
If you are being assessed non-resident tuition and qualify for the Post 9/11 GI Bill® at 100% you may be able to use the Yellow Ribbon Program to cover the additional tuition. Please send an email to veterans@uwp.edu requesting to use the Yellow Ribbon Program.
What if I am not awarded 100% Post 9/11 GI Bill®?
If the Post 9/11 GI Bill® only covers a percentage of your tuition and fees you may qualify for the Wisconsin GI Bill® to pay the remaining balance.
Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply for Financial Aid: Apply
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