Michigan State University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

How Much of Michigan State's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill® Cover?

How much will you pay to attend Michigan State University? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Michigan State 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 Michigan State 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 Michigan State University for no More Than $1,442

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Michigan State University should not be more than $1,442.

Veteran Sticker Price	$30,325
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$28,883
Total Out Of Pocket	$1,442

Public College Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you live in Michigan and you qualify for full benefits, your tuition and fees will be covered by your Post-9/11 benefits. If you live outside of Michigan and it has been less than three years since your discharge Michigan State University will consider you an in-state student anyways and you will be fully covered.

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$15,555
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$15,555
Total In Your Pocket	-$0
*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 Participant With No Limitations

Michigan State University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and does not place limitations on the awards it grants. You must still apply for and be accepted so contact the college. 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 that should result in no out of pocket costs related to tuition and fees.

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

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 $519, Michigan State University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$519 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,346 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with Michigan State University to see if that policy is true for part-time students as well.

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Michigan State University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $1,288. It is possible that your actual living expenses will be covered if you live more frugally than what the college expects.

Off Campus Living Expenses	$13,616
Post-9/11 Benefit	$12,328
Total Out Of Pocket	$1,288

A MHA of $1,541 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 Michigan State University estimates your expenses to be ($1,154).

Supplies Expenses	$1,154
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$154

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

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