Western Carolina University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

How much will you pay to attend Western Carolina University? Below you can review how much of your expenses at WCU 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 WCU 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 Western Carolina University for no More Than $3,888

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Western Carolina University should not be more than $3,888.

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Western Carolina University 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

It appears as though Western Carolina University 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.

Western Carolina University awarded a total of $1,909 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 3 veterans for an average award of $636 ($1,273 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 $173, Western Carolina University falls below the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$173 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$332 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Western Carolina University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $4,272. 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 Western Carolina University estimates your expenses to be ($616).