Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP) Chapter 1607
 

What is REAP?

It is a new Department of Defense education benefit program designed to provide educational assistance to members of the Reserve components called or ordered to active duty in response to a war or national emergency (contingency operation) as declared by the President or Congress. The Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security will determine who is eligible for this program. The Department of Veterans Affairs will administer the program and pay benefits from funds contributed by DOD.
 

  Who is Eligible?

Basic Eligibility Criteria (DoD and DHS [Coast Guard] determine eligibility to this program):

  • Must have been called to active duty under federal authority for a contingency operation as determined by Congress or the President.

  • Must have served on active duty in a contingency operation for at least 90 continuous days after September 11, 2001.

  • Must remain within your component to use benefits.
How Long Do I have to Use My Benefits?

You may use your benefits under REAP as long as you remain within your component. Benefits must be terminated if you leave the Reserves or participate in a ROTC program under Title 10 Section 2107.

How To Apply

 

Note: When applying for REAP, annotate "Chapter 1607" prominently on all correspondence and documents.

 
For more information, visit http://www.gibill.va.gov.