The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) visual information does not imply or constitute DOD endorsement.
Montgomery GI Bill® Benefits (Chapter 30)
The Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB) program provides up to 36 months of education benefits to eligible service members and veterans. This benefit may be used for degree and certificate programs, flight training, apprenticeship/on-the-job training and correspondence courses. Remedial, deficiency, and refresher courses may be approved under certain circumstances. Generally, benefits are payable for 10 years following your release from active duty. This program is also commonly known as Chapter 30.
Eligibility
Eligibility is determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs - you can find detailed information on the VA website.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
How to Use Your Benefits
Submit your VA paperwork.
Send a copy of your certificate of eligibility (COE) or a copy of your VA application confirmation page to the Student Finance Department. If you have never applied for your Chapter 30 education benefits complete the online application (VA Form 22-1990).
If you have previously used your Chapter 30 benefit with another school, you will need to transfer your benefits to Trident with the Change Program/Place of Training application (VA Form 22-1995).
Register for your classes.
When you register for your courses at Trident University International, choose Veteran Benefits as your method of payment. If you are unable to do so, please inform a VA certifying official that you are planning on using your VA benefits for that session.
Settle your Trident tuition.
Since the VA will send funding for tuition and fees directly to you, you will be required to settle your tuition with Trident University International. Since the VA will send funding for tuition and fees directly to you, you will be required to make other payment arrangements to pay the cost of tuition with Trident University International before the course(s) financial hold is lifted. Please contact our Student Finance Department to discuss payment options.
Verify your enrollment with the VA each month
To receive your funds from the VA you will need to verify your enrollment with the VA on the last calendar day of each month you are enrolled. Enrollment can be verified online through the WAVE system or by calling 877-823-2378. You will receive your first check the month after the session begins.
Payment Rates and Buy-up Program (Kickers)
The monthly benefit paid to you is based on the length of your service, any Kicker funds you are entitled to, and your attendance being part-time or full-time. For current payment rates please visit the VA website.
What is the Buy-Up Program “Kickers”?
Some service members may contribute up to an additional $600 to the GI Bill® to receive increased monthly benefits. For an additional $600 contribution, you may receive up to $5,400 in additional GI Bill® benefits. The additional contribution must be made while on active duty. For more information contact your personnel or payroll office. For current buy-up rates please visit the VA website.
Top-Up (TA AND VA)
Active military students who are receiving military tuition assistance benefits are not eligible to use their VA benefits for the same course and session for which they are using their TA. If you are using military tuition assistance benefits and your TA does not cover the entire cost of tuition, you may use your VA benefits as Top-Up to cover the remaining balance.
How do I use Top-Up?
If you plan to use Top-Up, please contact the Student Finance department at studentfinance@trident.edu.
