University of the Southwest G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if University of the Southwest'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 the Southwest for no More Than $2,384

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 the Southwest should not be more than $2,384.

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by University of the Southwest will be fully covered. You will not need to rely on a Yellow Ribbon award or institutional aid to cover these costs.

Yellow Ribbon Program Participant With No Limitations

University of the Southwest 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 the Southwest awarded a total of $310 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was awarded to just one veteran for a total award of $621, 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 $575, University of the Southwest falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$575 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$575 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what University of the Southwest thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,384. 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 the Southwest estimates your expenses to be ($0).