VETS Opportunity Act of 2025

This bill updates VA education rules so more independent study programs (like online courses) can qualify for VA education benefits. It adds programs offered by colleges that are approved to take federal student aid (Title IV) to the kinds of independent study the VA can cover. This change is meant to widen learning options for veterans and other VA education beneficiaries who need flexible, remote, or self-paced programs.

The change applies to school terms that start on or after August 1, 2025.

• Who is affected: People using VA education benefits.
• What changes: More independent/online programs at colleges that participate in federal student aid become eligible for VA coverage.
• When: For quarters, semesters, or terms beginning on or after August 1, 2025.