Chapter 1606

Chapter 1606 is also known as the Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)

Who qualifies for the benefit?

The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs determines your eligibility for this benefit. To see if you meet the eligibility requirement for this benefit, visit the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) website.

What does the benefit cover?

• Monthly stipend only, based on students enrollment (Oct 1, 2023- September 20, 2004)
  • Full-time enrollment: $466.00 for each full month
  • 3/4-time enrollment: $349.00 for each full month
  • 1/2-time enrollment: $233.00 for each full month
  • Less than 1/2-time enrollment: $116.50 for each full month
• For additional information about payment rates, visit the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (Ch 1606) rates website.

How do I apply for the benefit?

• Apply online at www.va.gov
• As of June 2024, the website looks like:

Once I am awarded the benefit, how do I submit the benefit award letter to UCLA?

• Submit your benefits to UCLA via the Benefit Certification Request portal.
• Note, the VA does not communicate benefit eligibility to UCLA. You must upload your award letter to UCLA.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).