General Overview:

The Post 9/11 GI Bill effective August 1, 2009 is the most comprehensive educational benefit package since the original GI Bill was sgined into law.

Basic Eligibility:

Served at least 90 aggregate days on active duty after September 10, 2001

• Honorably discharged from active duty for a service-connected disability and served 30 continuous days after September 10, 2001
• Detailed information can be found HERE
• If you are interested in transferring your post 9/11 benefits, you can get more information HERE

To Enroll:

The veteran can apply for benefits ONLINE through the Veteran Affairs website.

• EACH SEMESTER, the student will fill out a Yellow Veteran Enrollment Card and submit it to the UC Merced Veterans Service Office.

Changes:

ALL CHANGES to the veterans schedule (adds, drops, class cancellations, and/or withdrawals) must be reported to the UC Merced Veterans Service Office by the veteran.

ANY CHANGES to the major or if transferring in from another school require the veteran to contact the UC Merced Veterans Service Office.

Contact Information:

UC Merced Veterans Service Office: (209) 228-2736. Veterans Administration Educational office: (888) 442-4551. Veterans Administration Direct Deposit information: (888) 442-4551.