I've heard rumor that the GI Bill dosn't cover a culinary degree. That's about $45K down here in Houston. Is there a Pell Grant or Voc Rehab that would either replace if not assist in tuition (Plus other school related bills)
2006-12-22 23:06:09 · 7 answers · asked by in_no_sent_lianne_669 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Who ever told you that obviously didn't ever use the GI bill, or read anything about it. It covers all degree's. Technical or traditional. It will also pay for licensing tests and certification tests. This was taken directly from the VA site. And yes, I am a Vet and I currently use the GI bill.
Active Duty GI Bill Programs
You can receive GI Bill payments for:
attending classes that lead to a college degree like an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate Degree
vocational programs> that lead to a degree or certificate
independent study such as online or internet training
correspondence training (55% of approved costs)
on-the job (OJT) or apprenticeship training - reimbursed at:
85% of the fulltime GI Bill rate for the first six months of training
65% for the second six months
45% for the remainder of the training
you also receive a salary from your employer
flight training - up to 60% of approved charges (must have private pilot license and valid medical certificate)
licensing & certification, up to $2000.00 per exam - pass or fail
entrepeneurship classes offered through the Small Business Development Center or the National Veterans Business Development Center
high cost/high tech courses - up to 60% of the charges may be reimbursed
Who notifies the VA of your enrollment?
For colleges, vocational schools, independent study, flight, correspondence, and high-tech training, the school reports your enrollment to the VA
For OJT and apprenticeship training, your employer or union notifies the VA
For licensing & certification tests, you must report your enrollment and provide the VA with a receipt, your test results, and written permission for VA to view your records
For entrepeneurship classes the Small Business Development Center of the National Business Development Center will report your enrollment to the VA
2006-12-22 23:16:43 · answer #1 · answered by Amous 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check out the website I sent. I have never heard of the GI Bill not paying for a certain education line. The rates have gone up on what they pay per month this past october to over $1000 a month. Talk with the VA about it. And yes there are plenty of grants up for the taking, especially if you are a veteran. Good luck.
2006-12-22 23:13:31 · answer #2 · answered by Rick R 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm taking a shot in the dark on this, but I think it means you can't receive the GI Bill while in those programs i.e. OJT, Apprenticeship, and flight school. That's what I'm guessing on it, maybe it actually has to be school enrollment.
2016-05-23 01:29:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for public institutions that have culinary or other comparable programs, the GI bill would most likely cover those.
2006-12-22 23:16:03 · answer #4 · answered by Chuck Dhue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't believe the issue is what TYPE of program of study you select. Instead, it is based on the institution you select - whether it is recognized.
I'm sure you can find an approved institution of higher learning that offers a culinary degree.
2006-12-22 23:11:50 · answer #5 · answered by dm_dragons 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Start your research at this web site. If you don't find specific answers to your questions, use the telephone numbers listed to contact a Veteran's representative who should have access to regulations regarding your benefits. And, thank you for your service and sacrifice for my freedoms.
Navy Vet, Vietnam Era.
2006-12-22 23:14:38 · answer #6 · answered by JayJay 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, it's a ploy to force you to to re-up again and become a military cook
2006-12-22 23:09:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋