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VA Chapter 35 DEA — rates effective October 1

Nationwide · VA education benefit

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Official rates effective October 1, 2026

Official Dependents’ Educational Assistance rates for October 1, 2026–September 30, 2027 list $1,621 per month for full-time college or vocational training, $1,281 at three-quarter time and $939 at half time. Partial months and other training types follow separate rules. These rates apply to qualifying dependents and survivors with DEA eligibility, not automatically to every Veteran. Check VA’s rate table and eligibility before planning expenses.

Source: Official organizer or agency · verified October 8, 2026 · Checked 2026-10-08

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