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Education and Training.

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Yellow Ribbon Foreign Schools Open Season

From June 1 to July 31, 2025, we are accepting foreign school Yellow Ribbon Program agreements. Due to the fluctuation in currency exchange rates, foreign institutions will need to modify their agreement on a yearly basis during the open season timeframe.

For instructions and forms, see our Yellow Ribbon Program Schools’ web page at Yellow Ribbon Program Schools 

Rudisill v. McDonough

If you served at least two periods of of service - one that qualifies for the Montgomery GI Bill and a second that qualifies for the Post-9/11 GI Bill - you may be eligible to receive additional GI Bill benefits.

Visit the Rudisill Decision webpage for more information.

Elizabeth Dole Act

The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act, which includes a new iteration of the VET TEC program, has been signed into law.

We are reviewing this legislation and working to establish procedures for those potentially impacted. Further information will be shared as it becomes available.

GI Bill Student Reminder: Make sure to verify your enrollment!

Most GI Bill® students are required to verify their enrollment each month. 

Visit the enrollment verification website to learn more.

 

Yellow Ribbon Open Season Rudisill Elizabeth Dole Act Enrollment Verification
 

About GI Bill Benefits

News & Updates

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GI Bill benefits help you pay for school and cover expenses while you’re training for a job. Since 1944, the GI Bill has helped qualifying Veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training.

Learn more about GI Bill benefits and how to apply

VA News Blog 

Get the latest news and information about the Department of Veterans Affairs, from the latest on benefits to stories highlighting the lives of Veterans. 

View Education Articles on VA News 

Policy and Guidance Changes 

We will publish proposed policy and guidance changes that affect education benefits at least 90 days before the changes take effect.  

Review upcoming policy and guidance changes

Recent Legislation 

Congress regularly passes new laws to enhance and expand benefits for Veterans, service members, and their families. We are committed to keeping you informed about how these changes may impact your education benefits. 

Below is a summary of recent legislation that affects VA education benefits: 

Rudisill v. Secretary of Veterans Affairs 

Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act 

Stay Updated 

We encourage you to check this page regularly for updates. We'll post information as we implement provisions of new laws. 

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