The Department of Veterans Affairs has posted the Post-9/11 GI Bill rates for Aug. 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027. The amounts on that page show the full benefit. A student’s actual award can differ depending on their eligibility tier and how they attend school.
Start with the eligibility tier
VA generally uses qualifying active-duty service to set the tier. At least 36 months can qualify a student for the full rate. VA lists additional routes to full eligibility, including certain Purple Heart recipients and some veterans discharged because of a service-connected disability. Students can compare their award information with the examples on VA’s rate page.
Compare the costs the benefit pays
Check tuition and fees separately from housing and books. VA lists different rules for public and private institutions and for housing based on how a student attends. A school certifying official can explain what the school reports to VA before the student commits to a program.
Source information reviewed Nov. 9, 2026.