Western Illinois University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

How much will you pay to attend Western Illinois University? Below you can review how much of your expenses at WIU 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 WIU 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 Illinois University for no More Than $4,342

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 Illinois University should not be more than $4,342.

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Western Illinois 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 Participation Could Not Be Determined

Unfortunately, it looks like Western Illinois University does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. If you have tuition and fees charges that are not covered by your Post-9/11 benefits, you will have to pay some tuition out of pocket unless you qualify for other financial aid.

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 $290, Western Illinois University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$290 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$290 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Western Illinois University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $4,142. 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 Not Fully Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Western Illinois University estimates your expenses to be ($1,200).