MGIB-SR (Chapter 1606)

This is a no cost education program for members of the Selected Reserve who obligate at least six years in the Selected Reserve and meet all participation requirements. Eligibility requirements and processes can be found on the Coast Guard Institute website at http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cgi/cfa/mgib.asp . If you believe you are eligible and have not established eligibility, send an email to ReserveVAeducation@uscg.mil. Please put MGIB-SR and your name in the subject line.

REAP (Chapter 1607)

This is a no cost education program for members of the Ready Reserve who are called or ordered to active duty in response to a war or national emergency as declared by the President or Congress. Eligible Contingency Operations are OEF, OIF and ONE. You must have served at least 90 continuous days on or after 11 Sep 01. Members who did not complete the 90 days due to a line of duty separation may also qualify.

Benefits are a percentage of the MGIB-AD rate based on length of time served on active duty. See www.gibill.va.gov/GI_Bill_Info/rates.htm for rates. You may also contribute to a Buy-Up program where you may receive up to an additional $150 per month. Further information can be found at http://www.gibill.va.gov/GI_Bill_Info/benefits.htm#REAP and ALCOAST 258/09.

For further information on eligibility or Buy-Up, see ALCOAST 227/08 or email ReserveVAeducation@uscg.mil. Please put REAP and your name in the subject line.

Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)

This is a no cost program for members of the Armed Forces who have served at least 90 days of qualifying active duty on or after 11 Sep 2001. Regular and Reserve members are automatically eligible upon meeting the active duty requirements. Qualifying time can be compiled from multiple sets of qualifying orders (90 aggregate days) to meet the required service. This program takes effect 1 August. This program may offer tuition/fees, housing allowance, and a book/supplies stipend for you or your family members.

If you are eligible for one or more VA education programs (MGIB-SR, REAP, or MGIB-AD,) VA will require you to relinquish one program for Post 9/11 benefits. However, having eligibility for other programs is not a requirement for Post 9/11 GI Bill. Due to the complexities of this program, before you relinquish any benefit, it is recommended to speak with a VA Education Counselor at 888-GIBILL-1 (442-4551).

The Post 9/11 GI Bill is transferable to your dependents if you meet the requirements outlined in ALCOAST 377/09. In order to transfer benefits, member must be in a SELRES status or on active duty when you request transfer of benefits. You must have at least 6 years in the armed forces and most members must obligate an additional four years in the armed forces – this can be SELRES or active duty. For members who have over 20 years or those that cannot obligate due to service policy or statute, refer to ALCOAST 377/09

For up to date information, visit the VA Website at: http://www.gibill.va.gov/GI_Bill_Info/benefits.htm#CH33 which includes a Frequently Asked Question section.