University of Alabama in Huntsville G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to UAH for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if UAH'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 University of Alabama in Huntsville for no More Than $3,720

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend University of Alabama in Huntsville should not be more than $3,720.

Veteran Sticker Price	$28,266
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$24,546
Total Out Of Pocket	$3,720

Public College Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

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

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$11,338
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$11,338
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

University of Alabama in Huntsville 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 $427, University of Alabama in Huntsville falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$427 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$978 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with University of Alabama in Huntsville 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 University of Alabama in Huntsville thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $2,520. 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	$14,728
Post-9/11 Benefit	$12,208
Total Out Of Pocket	$2,520

A MHA of $1,526 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 University of Alabama in Huntsville estimates your expenses to be ($2,200).

Supplies Expenses	$2,200
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$1,200

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

College Factual is not affiliated with the Department of Defense or any Military Service.

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