Types:
- Chapter 30: Montgomery GI Bill® ( GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. ) Active Duty Benefit (MGIB-AD)
- Chapter 31: Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program
- Chapter 33: Post 9-11 GI Bill®
- Chapter 35: Survivors and Dependent Assistance
- Chapter 1606: Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve Benefit (MGIB-SR)
- Chapter 1607: Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP)
- Forever GI Bill®
Chapter 30: Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty Benefit (MGIB-AD)
In general, to be eligible for MGIB-AD, you must have entered active duty after 06/30/1985, and not declined participation in the program. Generally, benefits are payable for 10 years following your release from active duty.
CATEGORY I
- Entered active duty for the first time after 06/30/1985
- Had military pay reduced by $100 a month for first 12 months
- Continuously served for 3 years, OR 2 years if that is what you first enlisted for, OR 2 years if you entered the Selected Reserve within a year of leaving active duty and served 4 years (‘2 by 4” program)
CATEGORY II
- Entered active duty before 01/01/1977
- Served at least one day between 10/19/1984 and 06/30/1985, and stayed on active duty through 06/30/1988 (or 06/30/1987 if you entered Selected Reserve within one year of leaving active duty and served four years)
- On 12/31/1989, you had entitlement left from Vietnam Era GI Bill®
CATEGORY III
- Not eligible for MGIB under Category I or II
- On active duty on 09/30/1990, AND separated involuntarily after 02/02/1991
- OR involuntarily separated on or after 11/30/1993
- OR voluntarily separated under either the Voluntary Separation Incentive (VSI) or Special Separation Benefit (SSB) program
- Before separation, you had military pay reduced by $1,200
CATEGORY IV
- On active duty on 10/09/1996, AND you had money remaining in a VEAP account on that date AND you elected MGIB by 10/09/1997
- OR entered full-time National Guard duty under title 32, USC, between 07/01/1985 and 11/28/1989, AND you elected MGIB during the period of 10/09/1996 through 07/08/1997
- Had military pay reduced by $100 a month for 12 months or made a $1,200 lump-sum contribution
Chapter 31: Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program
This program’s primary function is to help Veterans who have service-connected disabilities become suitably employed, maintain employment or achieve independence in daily living. To receive an evaluation for vocational rehabilitation services, a Veteran must:
- Have received, or eventually receive, an honorable or other than dishonorable discharge
- Have a VA service-connected disability rating of 10% or more
- Voc Rehab is also available to members currently serving on active duty with a disability rating of 20% or higher
- Apply for vocational-rehabilitation services
The law generally provides for a 12-year basic period of eligibility in which services may be used. The 12-year period begins on the latter of these dates:
- Date of separation from active military duty
- Date the Veteran was first notified of a service-connected disability rating
The monthly stipend paid to the student is the BAH rate given to an E5 with dependents. As of Spring 2015, that rate is $1,854.00 per month.
Chapter 33: Post 9-11 GI Bill®
Veterans who have served at least 90 days of active duty service after 09/10/2001 and received an honorable discharge will qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®. To qualify for the full benefit, a veteran must have served at least 3 years of active duty after 09/10/2001. Benefits are approved as a percentage of the veteran serves less than 3 years of active duty (see chart below). Benefits are payable for 15 years from last date of discharge.
The monthly stipend paid to the student is a percentage (broken down below) of the BAH rate given to an E5 with dependents. As of Spring 2015, that rate is $1,854.00 per month. For example, someone rated at 70% would be paid $1,297.80 per month.
| Minimum Active Duty Service | Benefits |
|---|---|
| 36 months | 100% |
| Service Connected Discharge (30 days continuous, active duty service) | 100% |
| 30 months | 90% |
| 24 months | 80% |
| 18 months | 70% |
| 12 months | 60% |
| 6 months | 50% |
| 90 days | 40% |
Chapter 35: Survivors and Dependent Assistance
Chapter 35 is meant to give benefits to dependents and spouses of servicemembers who are permanently and totally disabled or who died while on active duty or due directly to a service-related condition. Normally, this benefit is available for 45 months of education, but more may be available if the student uses it in conjunction with another benefit.
Chapter 1606: Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve Benefit (MGIB-SR)
Members of the Selected Reserve, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard Reserves, the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard are eligible for MGIB-SR. The Reserve and Guard components decide who is eligible for the program. The VA makes the payments for training. Eligibility requirements are:
- 6-year obligation in the Selected Reserves
- Completion of Initial Active Duty for Training
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- Maintain good standing in a Selected Reserve Unit
Chapter 1607: Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP)
Eligibility will be determined by the Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of homeland Security (DHS) as appropriate. Generally, a member of a Guard/Reserve component who serves on active duty on or after 09/11/2001 under title 10, US Code, for at least 90 consecutive days under a contingency operation, is eligible for REAP. There is no specific time frame to use REAP; however, your eligibility ends when you leave the Selected Reserves.
‘‘GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site Trademark Terms of Use - Education and Training (va.gov) ”
Military Tuition Assistance
The Tuition Assistance (TA) Program provides financial assistance for voluntary off-duty civilian education programs in support of a Soldier's professional and personal self-development goals.
Application process
Each military branch has its own TA application form and procedures. To find out how to get started, visit your local installation education center, go online to a virtual education center or click on the following links for each service branch:
Prior to your course enrollment, you may be required to develop an education plan or complete TA orientation. Be sure to keep the following important information in mind when you apply:
Military tuition assistance may only be used to pursue degree programs at colleges and universities in the United States that are regionally or nationally accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S Department of Education. A quick way to check the accreditation of a school is by visiting the Department of Education.
Your service’s education center must approve your military tuition assistance before you enroll in a course.
If you plan on using Tuition Assistance (T.A.). It is first advised that you consult your education officer assigned to your unit (ESO), Military Counselor, and or Service prior to enrolling in courses here at Community College of Rhode Island.
Students who are returning are advised to reenroll in next class or classes that are scheduled in the academic program, unless the student requests a later enrollment date and or agrees to enroll in a different program. If a student is returning from a military obligation, they will be permitted to rejoin the program at the point they were at prior to military obligations. If the program they were enrolled in no longer exists, they will be allowed to reenroll in the most similar program to the prior program.
CCRI has an open admissions policy giving everyone who applies an opportunity to pursue higher education. CCRI’s recruitment efforts do not include high pressure tactics or commission incentives.
CCRI Resources
- Apply for Financial Aid
- Initial Application to CCRI
- Advising and Counseling
- The Access Program
- Department Directory
- Disability Services for Students (DSS)
- Student Success Centers
External Links
- VA Education
- eBenefits
- Providence VA Medical Center
- RI Office of Veterans Affairs
- RI Serves
- Student Veterans of America
- Warrior Scholar Project
- Tillman Scholars
- The Washington Center VET Initiative
- SENEDIA Veteran Internship Program
- Service to School
- Free LinkedIn Premium for Veterans
- American Corporate Partners
FAQs
Types Of Educational Benefits – CCRI? ›
CCRI lends laptops and iPads.
Does CCRI give laptops? ›CCRI lends laptops and iPads.
What is CCRI in education? ›Community College of Rhode Island.
What is the come back scholarship for CCRI? ›Comeback Scholarships
The Comeback scholarship assists students who were previously enrolled at CCRI to return in order to complete their program of study.
Access Plus (Access+) provides individualized support to students who have a documented disability and are pursuing a degree at CCRI. Eligible students will receive (among other services) personal and academic counseling, career exploration, mentoring, academic coaching/tutoring, and financial guidance.
How much does CCRI pay staff? ›CCRI pays an average of $36,180 per year, or $17.39 an hour.
Do colleges make you buy a laptop? ›Laptops are required for college. Students have to do the majority of their schoolwork online, and while colleges offer computers in the library or computer labs, these are not always available and are often overbooked. You cannot rely on only using these computers to do your work.
How many classes can you miss at CCRI? ›Students are allowed a maximum of two absences. Two late arrivals or early departures equal one absence. Absences may result in a reduction of the final grade at the discretion of the faculty member. If a student is absent a third time, he or she should officially withdraw.
What is the minimum GPA for CCRI? ›| ATTEMPTED CREDITS | CUM GPA REQUIRED | WARNING |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 1.25 | Below 1.25 |
| 16-30 | 1.50 | Below 1.50† |
| 31-45 | 1.75 | Below 1.75† |
| 46-90 | 2.00 | Below 2.00† |
Consult Advising and Counseling to make sure you don't need to take more than 12 credits per semester: advising@ccri.edu or 401-825-2301.
What do scholarships pay? ›
What Are Scholarships? Scholarships are a form of gift aid that doesn't have to be repaid and can be used to cover tuition, fees, room and board, books, supplies, and more.
How do you get two free years at CCRI? ›- Enroll full time (15 credits strongly encouraged).
- Maintain at least a 2.5 GPA.
- Earn 30 credits each year.
- Enroll each semester for two years. Fall and spring are required.
NGPF's annual PAYBACK Challenge gives high school students across the country a chance to win a $2500 Grand Prize for their educational pursuits. NGPF is pleased to recognize the recipients of the 2022 contest.
What is an inclusive access program? ›Inclusive Access, also known as automatic textbook billing, is a sales model for college textbooks. Digital content is delivered to students by the first day of class, often through a learning management system. Students have a period to “opt out” before they are billed through their tuition and fees.
What are college access programs examples? ›Most college access programs provide activities such as financial counseling, last dollar scholarships, college visits, career guidance, tutoring, academic counseling, and test preparation courses.
What are the trio programs at CCRI? ›The Community College of Rhode Island hosts three TRIO programs (Access to Opportunity, Talent Search and RIEOC).
What is a high salary in RI? ›$31,970 is the 25th percentile. Salaries below this are outliers. $64,439 is the 75th percentile.
Who is the highest paid RI employee? ›PROVIDENCE — University of Rhode Island men's basketball coach Ryan “Archie” Miller topped the list of the highest paid state employees in 2022, taking home $794,615, according to newly released data. Marc B. Parlange, who became URI's president in 2021, was the second-highest earner, receiving $480,769.
Who is the highest paid state of RI employees? ›PROVIDENCE — University of Rhode Island men's basketball coach David M. Cox retained his title as the highest paid state employee in 2021, taking home $715,188, according to data released Tuesday.
What college gives you a free MacBook? ›Full Sail University
Under their “Project Launchbox” initiative, Full Sail University has collaborated with Apple to give each student a free laptop computer of the most recent version of the MacBook Pro as well as the essential software applications for the student to be successful in their chosen field of study.
Can I use my fafsa money for a laptop? ›
Federal Pell Grants can also be used to purchase laptops (in a roundabout way). These grants are paid directly to your school to cover tuition and fees, but if there's money left over you may be issued a refund check. This can then be used to purchase educational supplies such as a laptop.
Is 15 inch too big for college? ›Screen-size matters
A 13-inch screen is probably the right size for most college students. Screen size is also an important consideration, not just for obvious reasons, but also because it dictates the overall size and weight of the laptop. Anything larger than 15.6 inches won't fit easily (or at all) into a backpack.
Take these policies seriously. When professors say you will drop a letter grade if you have more than five unexcused absences, they are serious. If you begin skipping classes, it can also become easier over time to convince yourself it's okay not to attend.
Does CCRI have a dean's list? ›The Community College of Rhode Island announces its Fall 2022 Dean's List. Students enrolled in a degree program who have completed 12 credits with a grade point average of 3.25 or higher this semester with no grade lower than “C” are eligible for this scholastic honor.
What happens if you skip too many classes in College? ›But skipping can become a problem if it's chronic. Missing multiple classes often means a lower grade. In classes that include attendance or participation in final grades, skipping means missing points. More broadly, students who do not attend class tend to perform worse on exams and assignments.
What is the lowest GPA a college accepts? ›Unofficially, 2.0 is the lowest GPA accepted into a standard college, so while there's a chance that college admission is possible, it's not likely at more than a few institutions.
What GPA is OK in college? ›Like high school, a good college GPA is generally 3.7 or above, and ideally higher in your major classes.
How much do CCRI police officers make? ›How many courses do I need to take? If you want to attend the College on a full time basis, you must register for a minimum of 12 credits. Anything below 12 credits is considered part time status.
Is 30 credits a semester a lot? ›In high school, some students may take as few as 7 or 8 credits per semester, so 30 credits would be much higher than that. In the context of continuing education courses and workshops, 30 credits may be considered a large amount.
How many semesters is 30 credits? ›
SEMESTER SYSTEM
15 credit hours per semester x 2 semesters per year = 30 credits per year. A two –year program equals approximately 60 credits; a four-year baccalaureate equals approximately 120 credits.
If you earned scholarships and grants that add up to more than your total cost of attendance, your school may send you a refund of the leftover scholarship money. Keep in mind, you may have to pay taxes on that amount.
Can you cash out scholarships? ›Unfortunately, turning scholarship money into cash is not allowed. Despite being considered free money, scholarship funds are financial aid awarded for an intended purpose. That specific purpose is to pay educational expenses like college tuition, student fees, and other college costs.
How can I get full scholarship? ›- Know where to look. ...
- Prepare in advance. ...
- Work hard and keep motivated. ...
- Make yourself stand out from other applicants. ...
- Read the application instructions carefully. ...
- Submit an exceptional scholarship essay or cover letter. ...
- Be realistic.
The House of Representatives Thursday approved a bill sponsored by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi to permanently enact the Rhode Island Promise program, which provides up to two years of free tuition for eligible students at the Community College of Rhode Island.
Does RI promise pay for books? ›Does Rhode Island Promise pay for textbooks? Rhode Island Promise does not cover textbooks, but there are other forms of financial aid that help students pay for textbooks, including federal grants and loans.
How many credits at CCRI do you need to get an associates? ›63 total program credits if Science credits equal 5 and General Education Elective credits equal 4.
Do you have to pay back scholarship if you fail? ›Usually, the answer is no. Scholarships are a form of nonrepayable gift aid, much like many federal grants. Student loans, unlike grants and scholarships, are borrowed money that must be paid back with interest. Scholarships are considered free money because there are no expectations for repayment.
Do you lose scholarships if you take a semester off? ›Scholarships and Grants Can Be a Different Story
Federal grants, such as the Pell Grant, will not be affected by you taking a semester off. In fact, the Pell Grant is available aid for up to six undergraduate years, and they don't have to be consecutive.
In general, scholarships do not have to be paid back if you drop out of college. However, each scholarship provider has its own rules and regulations. Some private scholarship providers have clauses that state a student must be enrolled full-time or complete their degree in a specific field.
What is the difference between access and inclusion? ›
Accessibility is about making sure that barriers that may prevent people with disabilities from taking part are removed. Inclusion is about going a step further and ensuring that people with disabilities are included as valuable members in all aspects of society.
How do families benefit from inclusive programs? ›Some of the benefits of inclusion for children with (or without) disabilities are friendship skills, peer models, problem solving skills, positive self-image, and respect for others. This can trickle down to their families as well, teaching parents and families to be more accepting of differences.
How does inclusive work? ›An inclusive workplace welcomes and supports people with all kinds of differences. The goal is to make employees feel comfortable asking for what they need. An inclusive workplace understands that people have different ways of processing information, interacting with others, and achieving goals.
What is college access fund? ›The College Access Tax Credit Fund provides a tax credit to taxpayers and businesses who contribute to Cal Grants, the State of California's largest source of educational financial aid. The credit can be used to offset or reduce taxes.
What does access to education include? ›Access to education includes: on-schedule enrolment and progression at an appropriate age, regular attendance, learning consistent with national achievement norms, a learning environment that is safe enough to allow learning to take place, and opportunities to learn that are equitably distributed (Lewin, 2015: 29).
What are access points for students? ›Access points are academic expectations written specifically for students with significant cognitive disabilities. As part of the Florida Standards, access points reflect the essence or core intent of the standards that apply to all students in the same grade, but at reduced levels of complexity.
What is the access program CCRI? ›Access Plus (Access+) provides individualized support to students who have a documented disability and are pursuing a degree at CCRI. Eligible students will receive (among other services) personal and academic counseling, career exploration, mentoring, academic coaching/tutoring, and financial guidance.
What is trio in education? ›The Federal TRIO Programs (TRIO) are Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Why are trio programs important? ›Why Are TRIO Programs Important? The TRIO programs create necessary avenues for students from disadvantaged backgrounds to succeed in school and gain access to help, both financially and academically. In the US, there is a gap in the accessibility to education and, often, some students are left behind.
How do I get a computer for CCRI? ›All campus libraries have laptops and mobile hotspots that CCRI students, staff and faculty can borrow for academic or personal use. All campuses except the Newport campus have iPads available for checkout as well. CCRI students, staff and faculty that are in good standing can borrow devices for 4 weeks.
Do you have to buy a computer for college? ›
Every student needs a laptop for college, but unlike inexpensive school supplies, such as pens and paper, laptops are long-term investments. Spending some time researching laptops can help you figure out what type of device will work best for your courses and what you can afford.
Does TCC provide laptops? ›TCC has computer devices for loan if you don't have the technology to take upcoming classes online. Devices are limited and checked out on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to afford a computer for college? ›If you received grant or scholarship money to attend college, you may be able to purchase a laptop with your funds. Some financial aid packages include a stipend specifically reserved for laptops, books, and other school-related expenses. Federal Pell Grants can also be used to purchase laptops (in a roundabout way).