How do I contact the GI Bill?

Call 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551)

What is Wave GI Bill?

Certain VA education benefit programs require you to verify that you’re enrolled in school each month to get your GI Bill benefit payments. For some of those programs, you’ll need to use the WAVE (Web Automated Verification of Enrollment) website. Keep reading to learn more about WAVE.

How do I verify my GI Bill benefits?

You can verify your enrollment via text message or by calling the Education Call Center (ECC) 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551). The ECC can also help you opt into text verification. VA strongly recommends verifying enrollment via text.

How much is the GI Bill?

Example: For the 2020-21 academic year, the national maximum is $25,162.14. If you’re eligible for 100% of Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, we’ll cover the full cost of your tuition and fees: $25,162.14. If you’re eligible for 70% of Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, we’ll cover $17,613.50 of your tuition and fees (25,162.14 x .

Do I have to verify GI Bill every month?

2. Who needs to verify their enrollment? Eventually, all Post-9/11 GI Bill students will need to verify enrollment every month, but this requirement will be rolled out in phases through the 2021-2022 school year based on the type of facility you are attending.

Does attendance affect GI Bill?

Users of all other GI Bill programs, such as the Montgomery GI Bill, long have been required to verify their school attendance each month. And if you don’t verify your attendance, you don’t get any money.

How long does it take to get GI Bill money after verified?

When will I get my first GI Bill payment? If you signed up for direct deposit when you applied for education benefits, we’ll deposit your payment into your bank account 7 to 10 business days after you verify your school enrollment. This is the fastest way to receive your payment.

Can you get a second GI Bill?

Yes, you may be eligible for more than one VA education benefit program. This means you cannot change back to the other program after you receive any Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits.

Can I still use my GI Bill after 20 years?

There’s no longer an expiration date. Previously, veterans had to use their Post-9/11 GI Bill within 15 years of their last 90-day period of active-duty service. That requirement is going away. This portion of the law will apply to anyone who left the military after January 1, 2013.