University of West Georgia G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if University of West Georgia'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 West Georgia for no More Than $3,442

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 West Georgia should not be more than $3,442.

Veteran Sticker Price	$25,355
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$21,913
Total Out Of Pocket	$3,442

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

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

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$6,521
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$6,521
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

It appears as though University of West Georgia 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.

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 $182, University of West Georgia falls below the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$182 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$643 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with University of West Georgia 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 West Georgia thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,242. 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	$17,634
Post-9/11 Benefit	$14,392
Total Out Of Pocket	$3,242

A MHA of $1,799 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 West Georgia estimates your expenses to be ($1,200).

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

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

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