Mount Mercy University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

How Much of Mount Mercy University's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill® Cover?

How much will you pay to attend Mount Mercy? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Mount Mercy University the GI Bill® will cover.

Isn't G.I. Bill® Coverage All the Same?

Did you know that G.I. Bill® funding has a cap? Below you'll find out if the entire cost of attendance at Mount Mercy University 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 Mount Mercy University for no More Than $18,487

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Mount Mercy University should not be more than $18,487.

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Mount Mercy University will not be fully covered. Mount Mercy University charges $35,506 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 Mount Mercy 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.

The following table may show you how likely you are to have outstanding tuition costs covered by the Yellow Ribbon Program at Mount Mercy 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 $1,046, Mount Mercy University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,046 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,046 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Mount Mercy University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $2,896. 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 Not Fully Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Mount Mercy University estimates your expenses to be ($1,320).