Northern Illinois University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Northern Illinois 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 Northern Illinois University for no More Than $618

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Northern Illinois University should not be more than $618.

Veteran Sticker Price	$29,442
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$28,824
Total Out Of Pocket	$618

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Northern Illinois University will be fully covered. You will not need to rely on a Yellow Ribbon award or institutional aid to cover these costs.

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$14,392
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$14,392
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 Participation Could Not Be Determined

Unfortunately, it looks like Northern Illinois University does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. If you have tuition and fees charges that are not covered by your Post-9/11 benefits, you will have to pay some tuition out of pocket unless you qualify for other financial aid.

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 $348, Northern Illinois University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$348 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$348 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with Northern Illinois 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 Northern Illinois University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $318. 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	$13,750
Post-9/11 Benefit	$13,432
Total Out Of Pocket	$318

A MHA of $1,679 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 Northern Illinois University estimates your expenses to be ($1,300).

Supplies Expenses	$1,300
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$300

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

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