Claremont McKenna College G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

How Much of Claremont McKenna's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill® Cover?

How much will you pay to attend Claremont McKenna College? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Claremont McKenna the GI Bill® will cover.

Do I Really Need to do Research About the G.I. Bill®?

Did you know that G.I. Bill® funding has a cap? Below you'll find out if the entire cost of attendance at Claremont McKenna is covered. This data varies for each school so be sure to check out G.I. Bill® information for each school you're interested in!

Veterans Typically Attend Claremont McKenna College for no More Than $28,278

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Claremont McKenna College should not be more than $28,278.

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Claremont McKenna College will not be fully covered. Claremont McKenna College charges $56,475 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.

Yellow Ribbon Program Participant But With Limitations

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. While Claremont McKenna College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, it places some limitations on the awards it grants, so your participation in this program is not guaranteed.

Claremont McKenna College awarded a total of $54,211 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 4 veterans for an average award of $13,553 ($27,106 after government matching).

The following table may show you how likely you are to have outstanding tuition costs covered by the Yellow Ribbon Program at Claremont McKenna College. Remember, contributions from the college will be matched by the VA.

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 $2,341, Claremont McKenna College falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$2,341 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$2,341 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Claremont McKenna College thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $8,162. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Claremont McKenna College estimates your expenses to be ($1,200).