How do I switch from Mgib to post 9 11?

If you desire to transfer your Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) to Post 9-11 education benefits, you will need to go to the Veterans Online Application (VONAPP) website and set up a login and password for access. The basic MGIB provides a flat monthly rate entitlement.

Can I use Montgomery GI Bill and Post 9 11?

That means that veterans who use up their 36 months of Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits would still have access to 12 months of Montgomery GI Bill benefits if they paid into the program while they were serving. Under existing federal statute, any government higher education payouts are capped at 48 months.

Do I get my money back if I switch to Post-9/11 GI Bill?

How much money will I get with this refund? We base your refund on the amount of unused MGIB benefits you were entitled to when you started using Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits instead. If you didn’t use any of your MGIB benefits, you may receive the full $1,200 refund.

Is it better to use Montgomery GI Bill or post 9 11?

So, which is better? In most scenarios, the Post-9/11 GI Bill offers veteran students more financial assistance than the MGIB, especially when pursuing a standard, four-year degree at an accredited higher learning institution or passing your benefits to a dependent. There are a few exceptions, however.

Can I still use my Montgomery GI Bill?

If you were discharged before January 1, 2013, your Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits expire 15 years after you separated from the military. Montgomery GI Bill benefits expire 10 years after you separate from the military. But you may qualify for an extension of these benefits.

Is the Montgomery GI Bill refundable?

In most cases, the answer is no, you cannot get a refund for your GI Bill. But some veterans may be eligible to receive a Montgomery GI Bill refund once they have used their entire Post-9/11 GI Bill benefit.

How much does Post-9/11 GI Bill pay per month?

The Post-9/11 GI Bill also pays a Monthly Housing Allowance based on the ZIP code of the location of the school or campus you are attending the majority of your classes. This stipend currently averages $1,801 a month, but can exceed $2,700 depending on where you go to school.

How long do you pay for Mgib?

Note: You usually have 10 years to use your MGIB-AD benefits. This may change depending on your situation.

Can I transfer my Montgomery GI Bill?

Can I Transfer The Montgomery GI Bill? No, unfortunately, unlike the Post-9/11 GI Bill, the Montgomery GI Bill does not have a transfer-to-dependents option to it. Additionally, the Montgomery GI Bill for Selected Reserve is also non-transferrable.