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The Post-9/11 GI Bill, also known as Chapter 33, is an invaluable help for veterans who want to continue or supplement their education. The benefit covers tuition and fees for the school or training program you choose; however, the amount you will receive depends on your time in service, among other factors.
To access Chapter 33 benefits, you must meet one of the following requirements:
- You have served on active duty for at least 1,095 days (36 months), or
- You have served on active duty and received the Purple Heart on or before September 11, 2001, or
- You have served on active duty for at least 30 consecutive days and you were discharged due to a service-related disability.
Don't worry, though. If you don't meet the requested time, you can receive a percentage of the total benefits based on your time of service.
How much can I receive for 90 days of service?
For all veterans who do not meet the 1,095 days (36 months) of service, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) implemented the "eligibility tier." Using this system, the department calculates the percentage to which you are entitled. If you served between 90 and 179 days (90 days to 5 months), you will receive 50% of the benefits.
Here is the rest of the eligibility tier:
- 910 to 1,094 days (30 to 35 months): 90% of the full benefit
- 730 to 909 days (24 to 29 months): 80% of the full benefit
- 545 to 729 days (18 to 23 months): 70% of the full benefit
- 180 to 544 days (6 to 17 months): 60% of the full benefit
What is the amount of Chapter 33 benefits?
The maximum amount you can receive under Chapter 33 in 2025 is $28,937.90 annually if you are in a qualified higher education program. If you are receiving flight training, you will receive $16,535.46 per year, and if you are in correspondence school, you will receive $14,055.13 per year.
To calculate how much you will receive annually for 90 days of service, divide the above amounts in half. If you still have questions, or visit your nearest VA office in person.