Benedictine University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to Benedictine University for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

How much will attending Benedictine U cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill® tuition assistance and more for Benedictine University.

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Benedictine University's tuition is covered. Be sure to check out the G.I. Bill® information for each school you're considering because each school's coverage varies.

Veterans Typically Attend Benedictine University for no More Than $11,195

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Benedictine University should not be more than $11,195.

Veteran Sticker Price	$49,654
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$38,459
Total Out Of Pocket	$11,195

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Benedictine University will not be fully covered. Benedictine University charges $32,340 a year for tuition and fees but your maximum Post-9/11 benefit is only $20,235. In order to make up the shortfall you will need some additional aid from the college and/or government.

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$32,340
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket	$12,105
*Note: The tuition benefit is capped at the lessor of the actual tuition charged to you or $20,235.

Remember, some forms of aid such as Pell Grants are awarded in addition to your Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits so be sure to fill out your FASA forms.

Yellow Ribbon Program

It appears as though Benedictine University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, but we could not determine if there are restrictions of this participation. If you have tuition and fees charges that are not covered by your Post-9/11 benefits, you may be able to get additional assistance in the form of a Yellow Ribbon Award so check with the college.

Remember, only veterans who qualify for full Post-9/11 benefits are eligible to participate in a Yellow Ribbon program.

Benedictine University awarded a total of $35,125 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 10 veterans for an average award of $3,512 ($7,025 after government matching).

Questions to Ask the Admissions Department

Which programs and majors (if any) participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program and how do I apply?

Per Credit Fees and the Active Duty Tuition Assistance Cap

With a per credit charge for in-state students of $1,028, Benedictine University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,028 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,028 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Benedictine University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $1,420. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Off Campus Living Expenses	$15,804
Post-9/11 Benefit	$17,224
Total In Your Pocket	$1,420

A MHA of $2,153 is likely the largest benefit paid directly to you.

Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Benedictine University estimates your expenses to be ($1,510).

Supplies Expenses	$1,510
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$510

Not Happy With This College? Is Benedictine University not living up to its commitments? File a complaint with the VA.

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