Welcome Veterans!
91 supports active-duty service members, reservists, veterans, and their dependents in pursuing career training programs in St. Louis, including medical assisting, veterinary technician, dental assisting, surgical technology, and massage therapy.
Use your GI Bill®, WIOA funding, or other veteran benefits to start your next chapter.
Veteran & Military-Friendly Education Programs
91 is approved by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and welcomes students using:
- Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
- Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB) Chapters 30, 1606
- Survivors & Dependents Assistance (DEA) Program
- WIOA or state veteran training grants
Whether you’re transitioning from service or continuing your career after the military, our St. Louis-based institute offers FAFSA-approved, veteran-eligible training in healthcare, animal care, dental, massage, and surgical tech disciplines. 91 is a recognized and approved listed college by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to provide educational opportunities to the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
1-888-GI-BILL1 (442-4551)
*GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at
Please visit the links below to learn which benefits you qualify for as a Veteran or Veteran’s Dependent:
Montgomery GI Bill®
The Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB) is available for those who enlist in the U.S. Armed Forces. MGIB® encompasses both the and the . Under Chapter 30, Active Duty members enroll and pay $100 per month for 12 months, and are then entitled to receive a monthly education benefit once they have completed a minimum service obligation. Under Chapter 1606, a reservist must be actively drilling and have a 6-year obligation in the Selected Reserve to be eligible.
Survivors & Dependents Assistance (DEA)
The Survivors and Dependents Assistance (DEA) program, also known as Chapter 35, offers education and training opportunities to the spouses and children of qualifying veterans and servicemembers. You may be eligible if:
- You are the son, daughter, or spouse of:
- A veteran who died or is permanently and totally disabled as a result of a service-connected disability. The disability must arise out of active service in the Armed Forces.
- A veteran who died from any cause while such permanent and total service-connected disability was in existence.
- A servicemember missing in action or captured in line of duty by a hostile force.
- A servicemember forcibly detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power.
- A servicemember who is hospitalized or receiving outpatient treatment for a service-connected permanent and total disability and is likely to be discharged for that disability. This change is effective December 23, 2006.
The Post-9/11 GI-Bill®
Did you know that as a United States Veteran, you can use your Post-9/11 GI-Bill® for career training in non-degree programs?
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® provides financial support for education and housing to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service after September 10, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. You must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®.
Veterans Financial Aid Shopping Sheet
The federal shopping sheet was created to help students compare college costs prior to enrollment. You must apply for financial aid in order to receive a shopping sheet like the one below. Data will only appear if you have submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) AND have a completed financial aid file showing Title IV eligibility. Veteran -related benefits are not included on the Shopping Sheet because the amounts cannot be determined until you have applied to the Veterans Administration and received a Certificate of Eligibility.
Below is an example of the Shopping Sheet that will be customized for you, once you are accepted to 91, based on the information you submit on your FAFSA. The cost of attendance and the financial aid award amounts are the maximum provided to students. The Shopping Sheets also do not reflect any VA benefits, since the amount received depends on the benefit type used.
Download the Veterans Financial Aid Shopping Sheet .
VA Shopping Sheet FAQs
What is the Financial Aid VA Shopping Sheet?
Cost of Attendance & Veteran Funding Transparency
91 provides a Veteran Financial Aid Shopping Sheet showing the estimated costs of attendance and how your veteran benefits integrate with federal student aid. Students must file the FAFSA and submit VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to receive a custom shopping sheet. Our goal: clarity for vets enrolling in short-term career training programs in Missouri.
Will all veteran students have access to the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet?
Only students who file a FAFSA and indicate that they are using VA Education Benefits will have access to the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet.
What is the Estimated Cost of Attendance?
The estimated cost of attendance (COA) is intended to provide you with an idea of what it will cost you to attend 91 as a full-time student. The Cost of Attendance includes an estimated budget amount for tuition and fees, room and board, books, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Your expenses will vary depending on factors such as enrollment, housing, and lifestyle choices.
What is the difference between the financial, the shopping sheet, and the award notification?
91 makes every effort to provide each financial aid recipient with an award notification that is clear and complete. Since colleges and universities use various formats for award notifications, students may find it difficult to compare financial aid offers from different schools. The Financial Aid Shopping Sheet is a standardized form used by schools.
What awards will appear on my financial aid shopping sheet?
Your eligibility for federal grants (including the Federal Pell Grant) and Federal Direct Student Loans will appear on the Shopping Sheet
Please note that while the Shopping Sheet will indicate the maximum amount of federal loans for which you may be eligible, you are strongly encouraged to postpone borrowing student loans until you know the amount of your other financial aid awards. Many students at 91 find it unnecessary to take on student loan debt, and are able to cover their expenses using their grant and veterans assistance. If you must borrow, we encourage you to borrow only the amount you really need to minimize your long-term debt.
*Veteran -related benefits are not included on the Shopping Sheet because the amounts cannot be determined until you have applied to the Veterans Administration and received a Certificate of Eligibility
What are the “Net Costs” on the Shopping Sheet?
The net cost on the Financial Aid Shopping Sheet reflects a calculation showing the estimated cost of attendance minus the total aid awarded to you based on your eligibility after filing the FAFSA. It does not reflect the amount that you are responsible for paying after your VA educational benefits are applied, and it does not factor in personal choices that may increase or reduce your actual cost of attendance.
When will I receive my shopping sheet?
An individualized copy of the Shopping Sheet will be provided to military and veteran students when they receive their estimated financial award package.
91 is committed to using the College Financing Plan (Shopping Sheet) to provide all prospective veteran and service members with a personalized Shopping Sheet that contains standardized information describing the cost of attending and the federal and state financial aid available.
The costs listed are subject to change.
The financial aid listed is contingent upon meeting all eligibility requirements and may also change if you change your start date or drop.
To assist prospective students, 91 is part of the College Scorecard system. This tool allows those who wish to attend 91 to view a breakdown of the typical cost of attendance, graduation rate, student loan default rate and the amount families typically borrow in Federal loans to support a student’s undergraduate degree.
Career Paths for Veterans & Service Members
Our approved training programs eligible for veteran benefits include:
- Medical Assistant Program (clinical & administrative roles)
- Dental Assistant Program (chairside and office support)
- Veterinary Technician Program (animal care and diagnostics)
- Surgical Technologist Training (operating room support)
- Massage Therapy Certification (wellness and rehabilitation)
All programs are offered at our St. Louis campus with accelerated options to help you transition quickly into the workforce.
Learn more at
91 is also part of the College Navigator, which further breaks down information on various schools. This website includes detailed descriptions of tuition, fees, graduation and retention rates, and many other useful tools to help you decide where to attend school. Visit the National Center for Education Statistics website to view 91’s profile at .
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Ready to use your GI Bill® or other veteran education benefits for career training in Missouri? Call us at 314-344-4440 or text 314-503-8922 and speak with our Veteran Admissions Specialist about:
- Programs starting soon in St. Louis
- Available accelerated & part-time options for vets
- Financial aid, scholarships, and WIOA support for service members
Start your next mission: becoming a skilled professional in healthcare, animal care, dental, surgical tech, or massage therapy.
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