Thomas Jefferson University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Thomas Jefferson 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 Thomas Jefferson University for no More Than $23,898

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Thomas Jefferson University should not be more than $23,898.

Veteran Sticker Price	$61,901
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$38,003
Total Out Of Pocket	$23,898

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Thomas Jefferson University will not be fully covered. Thomas Jefferson University charges $41,715 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.

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$41,715
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket	$21,480
*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

It appears as though Thomas Jefferson University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, but we could not determine if there are restrictions of this participation. 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 so check with the college.

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

Thomas Jefferson University awarded a total of $19,763 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 7 veterans for an average award of $2,823 ($5,647 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 $1,280, Thomas Jefferson University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,280 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,280 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Thomas Jefferson University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $1,818. 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	$18,586
Post-9/11 Benefit	$16,768
Total Out Of Pocket	$1,818

A MHA of $2,096 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 Thomas Jefferson University estimates your expenses to be ($1,600).

Supplies Expenses	$1,600
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$600

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

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