GI Bill Remaining Benefits Calculator
Estimate the total value of your remaining GI Bill entitlement. See monthly breakdowns for housing, tuition, and book stipends based on your benefit tier and enrollment status.
Your GI Bill Details
Your tier is based on cumulative active-duty service time after September 10, 2001.
Standard entitlement is 36 months. Some veterans may qualify for up to 48 months by combining benefits. The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Act (2025) restores up to 12 additional months for veterans whose benefits were used at schools that closed or engaged in predatory practices.
Estimated Total Remaining Benefit Value
$167,031
36 months of entitlement remaining
Entitlement Usage
Monthly Benefit Breakdown
| Benefit | Monthly | Remaining Total |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Allowance (MHA) | $2,100.00 | $75,600 |
| Tuition & FeesVA pays actual in-state tuition and fees charged by your school (no fixed cap) — estimated here using the private cap of $29,476.86/yr | $2,456.41 | $88,431 |
| Book & Supplies Stipend$500/semester prorated | $83.33 | $3,000 |
| Total | $4,639.74 | $167,031 |
Note: Students enrolled exclusively in online courses receive 50% of the national average BAH rate, not the full ZIP-code-based rate.
Remaining Entitlement Value
Per Month
$4,640
Per Academic Year (9 mo)
$41,758
All Remaining
$167,031
Yellow Ribbon Program
At the 100% benefit tier, you are eligible for the Yellow Ribbon Program. Participating schools voluntarily contribute additional funds toward tuition and fees that exceed the annual cap, and the VA matches those contributions. This can significantly reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket costs at private universities and out-of-state public universities.
Rates shown are 2026 estimates. Verify current rates at va.gov/education/benefit-rates/
Important Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates only based on 2026 projected rates. Actual benefits depend on your specific service history, school location, program of study, and current VA rate tables. Housing allowance varies by ZIP code — the rates shown are national averages. Tuition payments go directly to the school, not to you. Always verify your actual entitlement on VA.gov or by calling 1-888-GI-BILL-1 (1-888-442-4551). This tool does not store or transmit any of your information.