Veterans' Services

Chapter 35

Chapter 35: Survivors' & Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA)

DEA provides education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of veterans who are permanently and totally disabled due to a service-related condition, or who died while on active duty or as a result of a service related condition. The program offers up to 45 months of education benefits.

For more information on the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program, visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs  or call 1-888-GI-BILL-1.