University of Northern Iowa G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if University of Northern Iowa'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 Northern Iowa for no More Than $180

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 Northern Iowa should not be more than $180.

Tuition Covered for Residents of Iowa

If you live in Iowa and you qualify for full benefits, your tuition and fees will be covered by your Post-9/11 benefits. If you live outside of Iowa and it has been less than three years since your discharge there is a chance that University of Northern Iowa will consider you an in-state student anyways. Iowa is one of the few states where this reciprocity is not guaranteed so you will want to verify this with them directly.

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 University of Northern Iowa participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, it places some limitations on the awards it grants, so your participation in this program is not guaranteed.

University of Northern Iowa awarded a total of $2,526 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 1 veterans for an average award of $2,526 ($5,051 after government matching).

The following table may show you how likely you are to have outstanding tuition costs covered by the Yellow Ribbon Program at University of Northern Iowa. 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 $320, University of Northern Iowa falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$320 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$759 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what University of Northern Iowa thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $380. 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 Likely Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what University of Northern Iowa estimates your expenses to be ($800).