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VA Co-Op Training Education Benefits

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA education payments for approved full-time college programs combining study with coordinated work experience.

TexasVeterans Benefits and ClaimsNationwide federal education benefit usable by eligible West Texas residents in approved full-time cooperative programs.

How to get help

Apply for the applicable VA education benefit and enroll in an approved full-time co-op program. The school selects an appropriate employer, coordinates the job details, and works with the employer to set the alternating work and school schedule.

Who this service helps

The participant must be a Veteran, service member, National Guard or Reserve member, or qualified dependent and be enrolled in an approved full-time co-op training program at an institution of higher learning.

Where this service is available

Service area: Nationwide federal education benefit usable by eligible West Texas residents in approved full-time cooperative programs.

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Source and verification

Source: Public-source listing

Cost / fees

Post-9/11 GI Bill participants may receive tuition and fee payments to the school plus housing and book or supply payments. MGIB-AD, MGIB-SR, and DEA participants may receive monthly payments at applicable rates.

About this service

Co-op training is a full-time program that combines education at an institution of higher learning with work experience. VA education benefits may support eligible participants enrolled in an approved program, while the school coordinates the employer and work-study schedule.

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