I am pursuing a transfer from the ARNG to the USAR. Will I keep my Post 9-11 GI Bill benefits when I transfer?

2015-10-29T00:10:06-04:00

UPDATE: After some time, my outstanding Bn S-1 has obtain some very reassuring answers from the state education coordinator. GI Bill benefits stay with you regardless of whether you are actively serving or not. They just expire after the time limit. I am resting assured that the stint in the IRR will not affect my ability to continue my education. Thanks to all of you for your input and guidance. It has been a great help.

Response by GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad made Oct 29 at 2015 2:42 AM

2015-10-29T02:42:59-04:00

Maybe I am misreading the question CW4 Private RallyPoint Member but, why wouldn't you keep them?

Response by SFC Wade W. made Oct 29 at 2015 2:56 AM

2015-10-29T02:56:30-04:00

Yes, its all the same program. I would verify with a Retention NCO though.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2015 8:48 AM

2015-10-29T08:48:52-04:00

im pretty sure this thing benefit does not leave you, i might be wrong but i believe it comes with you .

Response by SSG Carlos Madden made Oct 29 at 2015 11:34 AM

2015-10-29T11:34:30-04:00

I thought it didn't matter what service or component you're in. Post 9-11 benefits are federally mandated across the board. I could me wrong.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 30 at 2015 3:31 PM

2015-10-30T15:31:35-04:00

As a CW4, why would you transfer from the ARNG to the USAR? What's your MOS? Mine is 255A, and I don't seem to have many options in my area.....where are you located?

Response by SGT Dave Brimmer, MS, MPA made Apr 20 at 2016 2:49 PM

2016-04-20T14:49:56-04:00

Yes. You've already earned them, Chief.

Response by CW4 Craig Urban made Oct 18 at 2019 8:52 PM

2019-10-18T20:52:31-04:00

I lost mine. I had ten years to use my Vietnam era GI bill. I went right to work as a GS and after 18 years as a GS 12 I retired