Research by Urban Institute on the Impact of Student Veterans’ Benefits
Veterans who choose to earn a degree online are penalized and receive only half the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) compared to those who take at least some of their classes…
Urban Institute Study: Housing Allowance Parity for Online Student Veterans
Veterans enrolled in distance education, who equally earned their benefits serving our nation, do not receive equal treatment compared to those taking at least some coursework in-person. What likely began…
The VA Proposes New Changes To The 85/15 Rule
Our nation’s Veterans have fought for their right to attend the educational institution of their choice, without their academic aspirations hamstrung by red tape. We must honor their courage and…
Veterans Lose Out On GI Bill Payments, OIG Reports
Moving from military life to that of a civilian can be a tough journey. There are many Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) and Veteran programs to help navigate the transition process.…
Understanding Your GI Bill
The GI Bill is the first thing most people think of when it comes to the benefits earned by members of the armed forces. The Bill supplies funding for three…
House Passes Guard & Reserve GI Bill Parity Act
The US House of Representatives recently passed the Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021 (H.R.1836). The US Senate will soon vote on the Bill to amend title…
Full G.I. Bill Benefits for the National Guard
Yesterday, our nation celebrated the National Guard's 385 years of service to the American people. Despite being older than the Constitution itself, this service branch does not always receive the…
Policymakers Are Trying to Restrict Veteran Benefits
One of the biggest reasons many enlist in the Military and serve our country is for the benefits they’re promised. Education, housing, health insurance, etc. To take away or restrict…
Now is the Time for Veterans to Pursue Higher Education
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a time of great distress, causing many disruptions to how we work and live. However, one may argue that the adjustments that we’ve been forced…
Rule Change Allows for Multiple Degrees for Some Veterans
On April 1, 2021, the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) made a significant change to the rules pertaining to education benefits, which will allow Veterans to further maximize the benefits…