132 Hawaii Military Guide • Summer-Fall 2026 ADULT EDUCATION applications for the Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship program that provides up to nine additional months of Post-9/11 benefits to eligible individuals enrolled in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) program of education. Consolidation of benefit levels and Y ellow Ribbon extension to Active Duty service members rolled out in August 2 020 and 2022, respectively. BENEFITS UPDATE The Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) helps you pay for school or cover expenses while you’re training for a job. To view the current Post-9/11 GI Bill rates, visit va.gov/ education. Learn about the criteria used to determine how much of the full benefit rate you will receive. You may be eligible for additional months of education benefits if you qualify under more than one program. Veterans with two or more distinct periods of qualifying active duty service may now receive up to 48 months of combined entitlement. To qualify, you must be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill and either the Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD) or the Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR). The MGIB-AD program provides financial assistance to Veterans who have served at least two years on active duty, helping cover the cost of education and training programs. If you qualify, MGIB-AD can support a variety of learning paths, from college degrees to vocational training. Note: You generally have 10 years from your last discharge or release from active duty to use your MGIB-AD benefits, though this timeframe may vary based on individual circumstances. The MGIB-SR program provides up to 36 months of education and training benefits to eligible members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard Reserve, as well as the Army and Air National Guard. To qualify, you must have a six-year service obligation in the Selected Reserve or, if you’re an officer, have agreed to serve 6 years beyond your initial service obligation. Even if you previously relinquished your MGIB-AD or MGIB-SR benefits, you may now be eligible to use a portion of that UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I AT MANOA The University of Hawai‘i at Manoa welcomes and values its veterans, active duty military and dependent students. It is committed to assisting them in a smooth transition from military life to that of a student, and helping them become highly successful, productive members of society. With more than 200 degree programs through 18 colleges and schools, the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa is a top public research university accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Programs in the departments of oceanography, astronomy, international business, Pacific Island and Asian area studies, earth science, marine biology, and library and information science are ranked among the nation’s best. Known for its diversity and excellence in academics, athletics and community involvement, the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa is a destination of choice and a place like no other. Its mission is to provide affordable, high quality education to a culturally and ethnically diverse veteran population to enhance their professionalism, skills and abilities. Let your journey continue at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa. The University of Hawai‘i at Manoa understands and recognizes the unique needs of veterans and their families. Within the university, the Office of Veteran Student Services (OVSS) is committed to enhancing the veteran and military-connected student experience, supporting academic success, and providing services that assist in the transition from military service to higher education. The OVSS provides student veterans and military connected students with access to resources, social and academic support, information on VA health and education benefits, and mentors
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