Shepherd University - Shepherdstown G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

How much will you pay to attend Shepherd University - Shepherdstown? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Shepherd University 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 Shepherd 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 Shepherd University for no More Than $938

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Shepherd University should not be more than $938.

Veteran Sticker Price	$23,034
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$22,096
Total Out Of Pocket	$938

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Shepherd 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	$7,784
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$7,784
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

Shepherd 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.

Shepherd University awarded a total of $73,592 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 20 veterans for an average award of $3,680 ($7,359 after government matching).

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 $317, Shepherd University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$317 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$752 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with Shepherd 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 Shepherd University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $938. 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	$14,250
Post-9/11 Benefit	$13,312
Total Out Of Pocket	$938

A MHA of $1,664 is likely the largest benefit paid directly to you.

Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what Shepherd University estimates your expenses to be ($1,000).

Supplies Expenses	$1,000
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total In Your Pocket	-$0

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

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