The Montgomery GI Bill® - Active Duty Educational Assistance Program, also known as MGIB-AD or Chapter 30, provides education benefits to Veterans and Service members who have at least two years of active duty.
These benefits are, typically, paid to students on a monthly basis. Students receive their VA education benefit payments on or after the first of the month following the month payment is due.
For more detailed information about Chapter 30 benefits, please visit: http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/mgib_ad.asp
It is very important for students receiving Chapter 30 benefits to verify their enrollment on a monthly basis. You may verify your enrollment in 3 ways:
- Calling 1-877-823-2378
- Sending a statement verifying attendance on the GI Bill® Website at Ask VA (AVA)
- Utilizing the VA's WAVE system
How do I use my Chapter 30 benefits at FDTC?
If you have not received VA benefits before and are not a continuing student at FDTC:
- Complete an application and be accepted into FDTC
- Apply for your VA benefits with VA.gov
- Bring in a copy of your DD214: Member-4 (Discharged Vets) or NOBE (Active duty)
- Bring a copy of your schedule to the Veterans Services Office at FDTC
If you have received VA benefits before, but are not a continuing student at FDTC:
- Complete an application and be accepted into FDTC
- Update your school through VA.gov
- Bring a copy of your schedule to the Veterans Services Office at FDTC
If you have received VA benefits before and you are a continuing student at FDTC:
- Bring a copy of your schedule to the Veterans Services Office at FDTC
The veteran assumes full responsibility when registering for courses. Veterans will only be certified for VA benefits in courses that are required for graduation in their curriculum. Contact your advisor if you have questions concerning curriculum requirements. The student will be responsible for reimbursing the VA if an overpayment situation occurs.
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