The Yellow Ribbon Program
To qualify for 100% of the Post 9/11 GI Bill a Veteran must have served:
- minimum of 3 years active duty since September 11, 2001 or
- at least 30 continuous days active duty since September 11, 2001, and discharged due to service-connected disability
Required Documentation to be considered for the Benefit
To receive Yellow Ribbon benefits, an eligible veteran/student MUST submit:
- The FAFSA every year
- A copy of the DD 214 (Discharge Paper) to the Office of Military Affairs prior to receiving initial benefits
- VA FORM 1990 (Application for Veteran Benefits) to the Office of Military Affairs prior to receiving initial benefits.