Use this chart to quickly understand the differences between the various GI Bill programs.
| Post-9/11 GI Bill | MGIB-AD | MGIB-SR | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Length of Service | 90 days active aggregate service (after 9/10/01) or 30 days continuous if discharged for disability | 2 yr. continuous enlistment (minimum duty varies by service date, branch, etc.) | 6 yr. commitment (after 6/30/85) |
| Maximum # of Months of Benefits | 36 | 36 | 36 |
| How Payments Are Made | Tuition: Paid to school Housing stipend: Paid monthly to student Books & Supplies: Paid to student at the beginning of the term |
Paid to student | Paid to student |
| Duration of Benefits | Generally 15 years from last day of active duty | Generally 10 years from last day of active duty | Ends the day you leave Selected Reserve |
| Degree Training | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Non College Degree Training | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| On-the-Job & Apprenticeship Training | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flight Training | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Correspondence Courses | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Licensing & Certification | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| National Testing Programs | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Work-Study Program | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tutorial Assistance | Yes | Yes | Yes |
