Military/Veterans Education Benefits
Please note that all information below is not exhaustive and it is your responsibility
to visit the Department of Veteran Affairs website 
for a complete explanation of each Chapter of Education Benefits.
The National Guard Education Assistance Program (NGEAP)
This is a state funded tuition assistance program that pays schools "up front" for
the cost of tuition for the soldier. GoArmyEd and NGEAP may be used together! NGEAP
pays at least 50% of the tuition rate at state Board of Regents schools (Iowa, Iowa
State, University of Northern Iowa) or 50% of the tuition rate at the institution
attended by the National Guard member, whichever is lower. There are critical deadlines
for application and communication with Education Service Officers.
Tuition Assistance (GoArmyEd/Active Duty Military)
Tuition Assistance (GoArmyEd/Active Duty Military) is a benefit paid to eligible members
of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Congress has given each Service
the ability to pay up to 100% for the tuition expenses of its members. Each service
has its own criteria for eligibility, obligated service, application processes and
restrictions.
Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD) is a benefit for those who served
after 30 Jun
1985 and offers 36 months of assistance. This Program can be used for certification
or fast-track career programs and degree programs. Benefits are available up to 10
years of discharge date.
Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation Veterans
Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation Veterans with service connected disability may
be eligible (VA Form
28-1900). This Program focuses upon providing services for veterans to pursue a fast
track career program. All paperwork is handled and processed with Iowa Military Vocational
Rehabilitation office at 563-391-1051.
Chapter 32 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
Chapter 32 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) is available to military
personnel that contributed from their military pay to participate in their education
benefits program. Those who entered service from 1 January 1977 and 30 June 1985 are
eligible; however, must be used within 10 years of discharge date. If the military
member is still active duty and entered during those above dates and chooses to receive
benefits, at least three contributions should have been made prior to 1 April 1987.
Chapter 33 The Post 9/11 GI-Bill
Chapter 33 The Post 9/11 GI-Bill supports education and housing allowance for students
that served at least
90 days of service after 10 September 2001, or service members discharged with service-connected
disabilities after 30 days. Tuition and Fees are paid directly to the school and there
is a monthly housing allowance (MHA) and an annual books and supplies stipend that
will be paid directly to the student. These stipends are pro-rated based on students’
enrollment.
NOTE: If Tuition scholarships are awarded to veterans using Chapter 33 benefits, this
scholarship will be deducted from the tuition and fees that are submitted for payment
to the VA.
Chapter 33 (Dependents) Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship Education
Chapter 33 (Dependents) Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship Education
assistance for family members of service members that died in the line of duty post
9/11.
Chapter 35 Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) Educational
Chapter 35 Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) Educational assistance
is available to dependents of certain veterans. This Program provides up to 45 months
of educational benefits. Eligible dependents must complete the online application
for Dependent’s Educational Assistance, VA Form 22-5490, which is available at https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/vonapp
Chapter 1606 Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
Chapter 1606 Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) is available to selected reserve members.
This Education Benefit can be used for degree programs and fast track career programs
up to 36 months. Requirements are that the service member had a six-year obligation
to serve in the Selected Reserve enlisted after 30 June 1985 and completed the initial
active duty program.
NOTE: Those utilizing benefits other than Ch. 33 education benefits must set up a payment plan with the College. The VA benefit is disbursed to the student; therefore, the student is responsible for paying tuition.
Questions? Call toll-free 1-888-336-3907, email eiccinfo@eicc.edu or contact the college nearest you and ask to speak to an advisor.
- Clinton Community College, 563-244-7000
- Muscatine Community College, 563-288-6000
- Scott Community College, 563-441-4000
It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in
its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin,
sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual
or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6
and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and
2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational
Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C.
§ 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et
seq.). If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy,
please contact Debora J. Sullivan, Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator,
Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801,
563-336-3487, djsullivan@eicc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights,
U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 West Madison Street, Suite 1475,
Chicago, Illinois 60661-7204, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.