Understanding the Yellow Ribbon application process

Owned by Denise Kidd
Dec 17, 2024
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  • Only students whose Chapter 33: Post 9/11 GI-Bill is at the 100% qualify for Yellow Ribbon. Students know whether they have Chapter 33: Post 9/11 GI-Bill at 100%. 

  • Yellow Ribbon is given on a first come, first serve basis to a limited number of students which varies by school. TU schools determine the number of students and the $ amount. The funds come from the TU school. 

    • Example: NTC awards 23 students – 3 for Science and Engineering, etc 

  • VA does not require any institutions to provide Yellow Ribbon funds. Some universities cover all students who apply and qualify. 

  • All qualified students can begin submitting their application on August 1, 2023 at 12:00am CST. (Strict cut-off time determined by the TU Veterans Office, rather than the VA) 

  • Belinda will notify students of the outcome of their application.  These funds are requested after the student has exhausted the annual VA tuition cap of $27,120.05. 

  • Student must reapply each year 

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