Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
Verified July 2026- Education
- Government Benefits
Receive monthly payments for approved education and training.
MGIB-AD helps eligible service members and veterans pay for college, technical or vocational programs, licensing and certification tests, flight training, apprenticeships, and other approved training. Payments generally go directly to the student, and the amount depends on service history, training type, enrollment, and any applicable kicker or Buy-Up.
Military Benefit
Up to 36 months of monthly education payments
How to Claim
Confirm that your school or training program is VA-approved, then apply for education benefits through VA.gov using VA Form 22-1990.
Eligibility
Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Veterans, Retirees
Eligibility depends on qualifying active-duty service and the MGIB enrollment or contribution rules. Benefits usually expire 10 years after leaving active duty.
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