Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (Chapter 35 / DEA)

Grant · U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Listed amount: $393.50–$1,574.00

Deadline on file: Rolling VA DEA (Chapter 35) claim — apply via VA.gov; monthly rates published for each fiscal year table (VA DEA; checked 2026-09-07)

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Source check: YELLOW · Last checked 2026-09-07

DEA (Chapter 35) pays a monthly education benefit to eligible spouses/children of Veterans who died or have permanent and total service-connected disability (and related qualifying events). Current institutional full-time rate $1,574/month (Oct 1, 2025–Sep 30, 2026). Official: VA

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