University of Puget Sound G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

How Much of Puget Sound's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill® Cover?

How much will you pay to attend University of Puget Sound? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Puget Sound 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 Puget Sound 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 University of Puget Sound for no More Than $31,490

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 Puget Sound should not be more than $31,490.

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by University of Puget Sound will not be fully covered. University of Puget Sound charges $52,775 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.

Yellow Ribbon Program Participant With No Limitations

University of Puget Sound 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.

University of Puget Sound awarded a total of $330,764 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 28 veterans for an average award of $11,813 ($23,626 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 $1,690, University of Puget Sound falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,690 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,690 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what University of Puget Sound thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $1,050. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered

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