Maximize your education benefits with comprehensive GI Bill calculations
Accurate benefit calculations for any school and program combination
Compare GI Bill value across different schools and programs
Created by veterans who successfully used their GI Bill benefits
Calculate the total value of your education benefits with this sample scenario
This represents your total education benefit value over 4 years
Enter your school, program, and service details for personalized GI Bill calculations and optimization strategies.
Get Your GI Bill AnalysisUnderstanding the differences between GI Bill programs helps you maximize your education benefits:
Recent veterans with 36+ months service
100% at public schools, up to $26,042 at private
Full BAH rate for school location
$1,000 per academic year
Yes, to spouse/children
15 years from separation
Veterans who paid into MGIB during service
Monthly payment: $2,150 (2024 rate)
None (included in monthly payment)
None (included in monthly payment)
No
10 years from separation
Veterans attending in-state schools
Varies by state (some offer full coverage)
Varies by state program
Varies by state program
Varies by state
Varies by state
Different school types offer varying advantages for GI Bill users:
100% tuition covered
UC Berkeley, University of Texas, Virginia Tech
Up to $26,042/year (2024)
Stanford, Georgetown, NYU
100% tuition covered
Santa Monica College, Northern Virginia CC
Varies by accreditation
Lincoln Tech, Universal Technical Institute
Your GI Bill percentage depends on your length of service. Post-9/11 GI Bill eligibility ranges from 50% (90 days service) to 100% (36+ months service). This percentage determines how much of each benefit you receive.
Housing allowance varies by location. Schools in expensive areas like San Francisco or NYC provide higher monthly payments.
Public universities offer the best value since GI Bill covers 100% of in-state tuition without caps.
Taking summer classes extends your housing allowance and helps you graduate faster.
For private schools, Yellow Ribbon schools help cover costs above the GI Bill cap.
Navy → Software Engineer
"Used GI Bill calculator to choose the perfect program. Graduated with a CS degree and $0 debt, making $85k starting salary."
Army → Physical Therapist
"GI Bill covered my entire DPT program. The housing allowance helped support my family during school."
Your education timeline syncs with your overall transition plan, ensuring you apply and enroll at the optimal time.
Transition Timeline →GI Bill calculations integrate with your overall financial planning to show complete transition costs and benefits.
Financial Planning →Match your education choices with career goals and market demands for maximum post-graduation success.
Career Planning →Coordinate GI Bill usage with VA disability benefits and vocational rehabilitation programs.
VA Benefits →Get personalized GI Bill calculations and education planning integrated with your complete transition strategy.
Start Your Education PlanFor most veterans, Post-9/11 GI Bill provides better value, especially if attending expensive schools or schools in high-cost areas. Use our calculator to compare both options for your specific situation.
Yes, you can switch from MGIB to Post-9/11 GI Bill, but you cannot switch back. You can also change from Post-9/11 to MGIB if you haven't used any Post-9/11 benefits yet.
For purely online programs, you receive 50% of the national average BAH rate (~$916/month in 2024). For hybrid programs with some in-person classes, you may qualify for the full local BAH rate.
