Cornell University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Cornell 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 Cornell University for no More Than $42,477

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Cornell University should not be more than $42,477.

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Cornell University will not be fully covered. Cornell University charges $59,282 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 Cornell University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, it places some limitations on the awards it grants, so your participation in this program is not guaranteed.

Cornell University awarded a total of $1,862,335 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 128 veterans for an average award of $14,549 ($29,099 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 Cornell University. 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 $1,575, Cornell University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,575 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,575 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Cornell University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,440. It is possible that your actual living expenses will be covered if you live more frugally than what the college expects.

Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what Cornell University estimates your expenses to be ($990).