Western Governors University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to Western Governors University for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

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

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Western Governors University'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.

Attend Western Governors University as a Veteran and Walk Away With at Least $6,992

Thanks to the Post-9/11 GI Bill® (assuming you fully qualify), we expect your yearly benefits to exceed your cost to attend Western Governors University by at least $6,992.

Veteran Sticker Price	$13,870
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$20,862
Total In Your Pocket	$6,992

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Western Governors University 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	$6,670
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$6,670
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 Participant With No Limitations

Western Governors University 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.

Remember, only veterans who qualify for full Post-9/11 benefits are eligible to participate in a Yellow Ribbon program.

Western Governors University awarded a total of $1,607 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was awarded to just one veteran for a total award of $3,214, 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

We wanted to talk to you about the per credit fees at Western Governors University and whether or not they fall below the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel. This information was not available.

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Western Governors University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $6,192. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Off Campus Living Expenses	$7,000
Post-9/11 Benefit	$13,192
Total In Your Pocket	$6,192

A MHA of $1,649 is likely the largest benefit paid directly to you.

Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what Western Governors University estimates your expenses to be ($200).

Supplies Expenses	$200
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total In Your Pocket	$800

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

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