Once you have been discharged from the armed forces you only have 10 years to take advantage and start using your Montgomery GI Bill benefits. The GI Bill is not your traditional Financial Aid, it is usually paid directly to you so that you can pay for your schooling. You can also take advantage of traditional Financial Aid like student loans, scholarships, and Pell Grants.

You only have 10 years to use your Montgomery GI Bill Benefits! Get Started on YOUR Education Today!

According to a U.S. Census Bureau report, people with a bachelors degree earn, on average, $20,000 more per year than those with only a high school diploma. That $20,000 more per year could add up to around $1 million dollars more in a lifetime.

Degree Type More than HS Grad Avg. Earning/Year
High School Graduate $30K
Associates Degree $10K $40K
Bachelors Degree $20K $50K
Masters Degree $30K $60K
Doctoral Degree $60K $90K
Professional Degree $70K $100K

Data courtesy of Salary.com

You could make $20,000 more per year with a bachelors degree!