New GI Bill

The Post–9⁄11 GI Bill
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is now accepting applications for the Post–9⁄11 GI Bill benefit that is effective August 1, 2009. Individuals with active duty service since September 11, 2001, may be eligible for this benefit and can apply on–line at www.GIBILL.VA.gov. The program provides tuition assistance, a housing allowance, a books and supplies stipend, and the option to transfer these benefits to family members under certain circumstances. For more information, visit the GI Bill website or call 1–888–GIBILL–1 (1–888–442–4551).

G.I. Bill education benefits
	Old G.I. Bill (Montgomery G.I. Bill)	New G.I. Bill (Post 9/11 G.I. Bill)
Tuition	Provides a monthly stipend of about $1300 for tuition, books, and housing.	Pays full tuition, provides a monthly housing stipend, and funds books and supplies.
Training	Funds on-the-job training, apprenticeships and licensure exams.	Does not pay for on-the-job training, apprenticeship and licensure exams.
Cost	Requires soldiers pay $1200 during their first year of service.	Free to any veteran who's served at least three years active duty service since September 11, 2001.