What are the requirements for the GI Bill?
· 36 months (full time) of eligibility (less than full time is pro-rated)
· Bing a copy of your DD Form 2384-1 Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE) to the Veteran's Affairs (VA) office at your school to apply
· If you don't have a copy of your NOBE, the MSF Customer Service desk or Retention office can get you a copy from your personnel records
What are the requirements for the Illinois National Guard Grant (ING)?
· Must serve one year in the Illinois Air National Guard before eligible
· Pays 100% tuition and some fees at Illinois 2 or 4 year public colleges for up to 120 credits
· Go to http://www.isac.org/students/during-college/types-of-financial-aid/grants/illinois-national-guard-%28ing%29-grant-program.html for full information, details and how to apply
· You'll get a letter of eligibility back upon approval from ISAC- take that to the Financial Aid office at your school to receive the Grant
What if I have a guaranteed Kicker (critical career fields only)?
· Bring a copy of your Kicker contract, NGB Form 36-10, to the VA office at your school along with your NOBE to apply
· Rate for full time attendance is $350 per month (pro-rated if less than full time)
Where can I find Veteran's Affairs education information?
· Call 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) to speak with a counselor or use the automated menu to hear your remaining eligibility and other information
· Go to www.gibill.va.gov for current rates of pay based on credits taken