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Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve
What is the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve?
The Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve is an educational program that provides tuition assistance to members of the Selected Reserve. This includes those who serve in the Air Force Reserve. It is the first program that doesn't require a person to serve on active duty in the regular Armed Forces to qualify, and it is provided at no cost to the Reservist.
Who is Eligible?
You may be an eligible Reservist if:
after 6/30/85, you signed a six-year obligation to serve in the Selected Reserve,
AND
you completed your Initial Active Duty for Training (IADT),
AND
you got your High School Diploma or GED before you completed your IADT,
AND
you are in good standing in a drilling Selected Reserve unit
If you stay in the Selected Reserve, benefits generally end 10 years from the date you become eligible for the program. You may have longer if you couldn't train because of a service-related disability. Your eligibility generally ends when you leave the Selected Reserves.
Note: If you are an officer in the Selected Reserve OR if you entered active duty from the Selected Reserve after 11/29/89 contact a recruiter for more information.
How Much Does Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve Pay?
The monthly benefit paid to you is based on the type of training you're in. If you're attending school, your payment is based on your training time.
How Can I Apply?
Your unit will give you a notice of Basic Eligibility (DD Form 2384 or 2384-1) when you become eligible. When you find an approved training program, fill out VA Form 22-1990, Application for Education Benefits and send it to the VA regional office that serves your area.
For More Information on the Montgomery GI Bill Call Toll-Free 1-888-442-4551