Members of the Selected Reserve, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard Reserves, the Army National Guard, and the Air Guard are eligible for MGIB-SR (chapter 1606). The Reserve and Guard components decide who is eligible for the program.  VA makes the payments for training. 

Eligibility Requirements are: 

·         A 6-year obligation in the Selected Reserves 

·         Complete Initial Active Duty for Training.

·         Meet the requirements for a high school diploma or equivalency certificate before    

       applying for benefits.  

·         Remain in good standing in a Selected Reserve Unit.

For more detailed information about MGIB-SR (1606), including how to apply, please click here.

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