Effective August 1, 2018, the entitlement available under the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) program will be reduced from 45 months to 36 months, but in October, the monthly allowance for eligible recipients will increase. If you are already taking classes, or will start taking classes by July 31, 2018, you remain eligible for up to 45 months of education entitlement benefits. Beginning Oct.1, 2018, all students will see a significant increase in the monthly benefit. For questions, call 1–888-GI-BILL-1 (1–888–442–4551) or TDD: federal number 711. For more information on the changes to the DEA program read the Military Advantage blog.