Dependents Educational Assistance - Gi Bill | United States Department Of Veterans Affairs

Offers educational benefits to eligible dependents of certain veterans. Generally provides up to 45 months of benefits to eligible participants. However, some eligible dependents may be able to receive up to 81 months of GI Bill benefits, if they qualify for multiple benefit programs. Can be used for degree and certificate programs, apprenticeships and on the job training. Other educational programs may be authorized under certain circumstances.

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211 Cleveland

Physical Address

1000 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Hours

M-F: 7:00am-7:00pm

Application process

Phone for information M-F: 7:00am-7:00pm. Forms and information are also available on website.

Fee

Free

Eligibility

The son, daughter or spouse of a veteran who: died or became permanently and totally disabled in the line of duty on active service; a veteran who died from any cause while a permanent and total service connected disability was in existence; a veteran that is MIA or is a POW; a veteran forcibly detained by a foreign power. Dependent children must begin using benefits between ages 18 and 26.

Service area

United States

Agency info

United States Department Of Veterans Affairs

Administers the laws providing benefits and other services to veterans and their dependents, and the beneficiaries of veterans. Advocates for America's veterans and their families to ensure that they receive medical care, benefits, social support, and lasting memorials.