What Is Survivors' & Dependents' Educational ssistance
Survivors' & Dependents' Educational ssistance is an education benefit for eligible spouses and children of certain veterans. Eligible persons can receive up to 45 months of benefits for:
- College, Business, Technical or Vocational Courses
- High School Diploma or GED
- Correspondence Courses (Spouses Only)
- pprenticeship/Job Training
- Remedial, Deficiency, and Refresher Training (in some cases)
Note: Program must be approved for V training.
Who is Eligible
You must be the son, daughter, or spouse of:
- veteran who died or is permanently and totally disabled as the result of a service-connected disability. The disability must arise out of active service in the rmed Forces.
- veteran who died from any cause while such service-connected disability was in existence.
- service member missing in action or captured in line of duty by a hostile force.
- service member forcibly detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power.
Generally, you must use this benefit within the following time periods:
- spouse/surviving spouse: 10 years from the date V finds you eligible
- child: between ages 18 and 26
Note: These time limits can be extended under certain circumstances. Call the toll-free number below for details.
How Much Does V Pay
The amount V pays is based on the type of training program you're in, and your training time. Benefits are paid monthly. For example, V pays $485 monthly for full-time training at a college or university. If your attendance is less than full-time, payments are reduced proportionately.
How Can I pply
Contact your local County Veterans Service Office.
Related Benefits
Special Benefits for Children with Disabilities
Education Loans (Spouses Only)
Work-Study Benefits
Educational Counseling Services
Tutorial ssistance
To apply for or obtain more information about benefits, contact your local CVSO.
