VA Benefits
KGI is proud to support students who have served, or are currently serving, in the U.S. Armed Forces. Eligible students may access VA educational benefits, with some programs also available to spouses and dependents of veterans. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process.
1. Determine Your Eligibility
To select the appropriate VA educational benefit, begin by confirming your eligibility on VA.gov's eligibility page. You can then use the GI Bill Comparison Tool to estimate benefits and compare programs.
Here are some of the main benefit programs available:
- Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty (MGIB-AD, Chapter 30): For veterans with active duty service.
- Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E, Chapter 31) Formerly called Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment: For veterans with a service-connected disability.
- Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33): For veterans who served after Sept. 10, 2001.
- Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA, Chapter 35): For spouses and children of permanently disabled or deceased veterans.
- Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR, Chapter 1606): For members of the Reserve or National Guard.
2. Apply for VA Educational Benefits
To begin the process, complete your Application for VA Benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. Please note that the application process can take time. We strongly recommend applying as early as possible to avoid delays in receiving your benefits.
3. Receive Your Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
Once your application is reviewed and approved, and depending on program eligibility, the VA will mail you a Certificate of Eligibility (COE). You can check the status of your application and find additional resources at VA.Gov.
4. Submit VA Documents to KGI
Once you have received your COE, please complete the Request to Initiate VA Benefits at KGI Form and upload your COE and DD-214 form (if applicable). If your VA-approved program does not provide a COE, you do not have a DD-214, or you have additional questions, please contact registrar@kgi.edu.
After your documents are processed and you enroll in courses, KGI’s VA Certifying Official will certify your enrollment with the VA to initiate benefit payments.
Keep Your Information Updated
Please inform the KGI Certifying Official of any changes to your:
- VA benefits
- Course enrollment
- Mailing address
Failure to update this information may result in delayed or discontinued benefit payments.
Yellow Ribbon Program
If you’re eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill® at the 100% benefit level, you may qualify for the Yellow Ribbon Program. This initiative helps cover tuition and fees that exceed standard VA benefits, at no additional cost to your GI Bill entitlement. KGI is proud to participate in this program. Eligibility may vary, so please visit our Yellow Ribbon Program page for more information.
Contact Information
- For VA Benefit Questions or Status Updates, contact the VA directly at 1-800-827-1000 or visit benefits.va.gov/gibill.
- For KGI Benefit Certification Questions, contact the Office of the Registrar at 909.607.0164 or email registar@kgi.edu.
We’re here to support you every step of the way. Thank you for your service.