Overview

The Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB) is available for those who enlist in the US Armed Forces. These benefits are paid on a monthly basis directly to the veteran.

Important: The monthly benefit amount is paid directly to the student as a monthly stipend. No payments are sent to UCSB. Current and past rates for this benefit can be found on the US Department of Veteran Affairs website under Rate Tables.

Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty (MGIB-AD)

(VA Chapter 30)

For active duty members who enroll and pay $100 per month for 12 months and are then entitled to receive a monthly education benefit once they have completed a minimum service obligation. This program provides education benefits to Veterans and Service members who have at least two years of active duty.

For further detailed information and eligibility requirements, visit the Montgomery GI Bill® (Active Duty) area of the Department of Veterans Affairs website or view the online Chapter 30 Pamphlet (PDF).

Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)

(VA Chapter 1606)

For Reservists with a six-year obligation in the Selected Reserve who are actively drilling. Eligibility for this program is determined by the Selected Reserve components and VA makes the payments.

For further detailed information and eligibility requirements, visit the Montgomery GI Bill® (Reserves) - Selected Reserve area of the Department of Veterans Affairs website or view the online 1606-Reserves (PDF).