Governor
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Post 9/11 GI BILL Now AvailableThe Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, aka "The Post 9/11 GI BILL" is now available and Veterans, Soldiers and Airmen may now enter claims using www.GIBILL.va.gov website. The Program is for Veterans, Soldiers and Airmen who have been deployed 90 days or more since September 11, 2001. The program has many distinct difference in comparison to past GI Bill programs. Qualified Veterans can use the benefits or it can be transferred to dependents. There are three types of core payments including: Tuition & Fees, Housing Allowance, Books/Supplies Background on the 9/11 benefits includes: The Post 9/11 GI Bill established the option for Transferability of Education Benefits (TEB) to dependants. TEB to Dependants can begin now and anyone wishing to transfer eligibility can start the process via the following website: www.DMDCosd.mil/TEB Contact your Battalion Career Counselor or go to the VA Website for more information.
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| Tuition Waiver ProgramThe State of Nevada shows its dedication to Battle Born Guard members by providing free tuition at any Nevada state sponsored college. Students are required to maintain a 2.0 grade point average per semester, technology and health fees are not included. The State Waiver Program is honored for fall and spring semesters. Guard members interested in the program must obtain an NVMD 37W three weeks before classes start. Students may attend the following institutions as part of the program: The Nevada State Waiver Program point of contact can be reached at: (775) 887-7326. Tuition Waiver Form Textbook Reimbursement Application Summer Tuition Reimbursement |
Testing Programs - DANTESSoldiers and dependants are encouraged to take advantage of the testing programs. Exams free of charge for Spouses and Soldiers GRE and GMAT are for Soldiers/Airman eligible to receive REIMBURSEMENT through DANTES. Service members MUST have an Active National Guard 'ID Card' to be eligible. *Exams with a fee for dependants: CLEP, DSST, ACT or SAT GI Bill Chapter (Selected Reserves) Ch1606.Print a personal copy of Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE) at: National Guard Benefits Online |
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| Federal Tuition AssistanceFor Traditional National Guardsman. Applies toward private colleges or technical school Degree (BS, MS, Doctorate). Soldiers can receive the following amounts: Must apply online via National Guard Benefits Online Active Duty National GuardAllowed the rates of: Must apply online via Go Army Ed For support call nearest Active Duty Education Center Tuition Counselor: (760) 380-4218. | Air and Army GuardA New Program known as “Textbook Reimbursement Program” for STATE SCHOOLS only - has been initiated as part of the Patriot Relief Act. The benefit pays for all college textbooks purchased by Guard members during an entire academic year. This is an after-the-fact program, grades, syllabus and receipts for books are required. Regulation for Patriot Relief AccountPatriot Relief Application (Acrobat)Vendor RegistrationPatriot Relief Application (MS Excel) |
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