CHAPTER 30 – Montgomery GI BILL® (MGIB)
Chapter 30 has four eligibility categories but generally, the benefits apply to:
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Veterans who first entered active duty service after June 30, 1985
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Veterans who had their pay reduced $100 a month for 12 months
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Veterans who received an honorable discharge (this is the only status eligible)
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Veterans have a High School Diploma or GED
Officers who obtained their commission after December 31, 1976, through a military academy, or through a ROTC scholarship program are not eligible.
- Entitlement: Generally provides up to 36 months of education benefits
- Delimiting Date: Generally 10 years after release from active duty
Chapter 30 – Benefits:
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Veterans using CH30 receive a monthly stipend based on their type of training taken, length of service, eligible category and enrollment status (i.e. full time, half time, etc.)
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Students receiving CH 30 must verify their enrollment monthly by logging in to: Web Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE) or by calling 1-877-823-2378