Facts in Hand: Supporting Veterans Through the Post–9/11 GI Bill

The educational benefit programs from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are critical for veterans and their families. In 2021, over 800,000 beneficiaries received more than $10.5 billion in funding from these programs. The vast majority of those funds were distributed through the Post–9/11 GI Bill.

Most veteran beneficiaries use these funds to attend public and nonprofit institutions. Continuing educational benefits, administering them effectively, and ensuring that beneficiaries can enroll in the highest-quality academic programs are vital components for ensuring that veterans, their spouses, and their dependents have the opportunity to succeed in higher education.