Should the GI Bill be increased for NG and Reserve soldiers?

2015-01-30T18:16:31-05:00

Many soldiers come home after Basic Training with the hopes that they can pursue an education. But they find out that the Reserve GI Bill gives you $350 a month for books and it doesn't cover tuition at all. How can you pay for your education with that?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 30 at 2015 10:55 PM

2015-01-30T22:55:55-05:00

https://www.goarmyed.com/public/public_goarmyed-education_centers.aspx

Contact your local education center, to explore your options. Student loan repayment program, grants, etc.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 11 at 2015 4:21 PM

2015-08-11T16:21:57-04:00

I will say that it should probably be raised some. I think almost 15 years ago when I came in it was $350 and college education prices have gone up dramatically. It also says so explicitly in your contract. I also had a kicker which was nice. Between TA and 1606 GI Bill attending a state school or community college shouldn't be an issue in most area. A lot of states have additional assistance for military and ex-military. Also make sure your are using your FASFA to get Pell Grants. In the age of the internet, things like these shouldn't be much of a surprise.