Soldiers can begin using benefits after two years of active duty.
Benefits expire 10 years after last discharge or release from service. Reserve members are eligible for benefits as soon as they have completed initial active-duty training and 180 days service in the Selected Reserve. Under the New G.I. Bill benefits can be paid for a maximum of 36 months. Applications for veterans benefits are available in the college's division of Student Services. VEAP VEAP is the Post-Vietnam Era Veterans Educational Assistance Program.