1. Which GI Bill® do I qualify for: Post-9/11 or Montgomery?
2. Is there a DSDT staff member who can help me navigate the GI Bill® process?
3. If I enroll, how much will my BAH be?
In response to these genuine and yet often confusing areas of concern, the following is a brief explanation of possible Basic Housing Allowance (BAH) rates, the differences between GI Bills® and, if eligible, how a DSDT Certifying Official can assist with applying for educational benefits.
Outlined in the following diagram are the current possible BAH rates for military ranks E1 thru E6, those with dependents and those without. The possible benefit payments are based upon DSDT being in the Detroit zip code 48216. As BAH benefits are paid directly to military students, those eligible can expect to receive an initial payment beginning the first month after receiving approval and for the duration of their subsequent enrollment.
2018 Rate Query Results
To receive BAH benefits, applying military servicemen must be eligible under the Post-9/11 GI Bill®. Eligible individuals include those who serve on active duty at least 90 aggregate days beginning on or after September 11, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days of continuous service. (Discharged individuals must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible, or have a discharge or release for a medical condition Existing Prior to Service (EPTS), Hardship (HDSP), or Condition Interfering with Duty (CIWD).
(Note: The dependents and spouses of Veterans may qualify for benefits under this program. For more information, contact a DSDT Certifying Official.)
The Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB) assists active duty Service members and Reservists in pursuing higher education degrees, certificates, and other education and training. MGIB supports those who enlist in the U.S. armed forces through two main programs:
Considering making a career change and would like to use your GI Bill® benefits to get trained in one of Detroit’s exploding technology fields?
To assist you, our knowledgeable team of certifying officials and career advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To ensure your inquiry is routed to the correct person, please fill out and submit the following questionnaire.
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