Western Kentucky University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Western Kentucky 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.

Veterans Typically Attend Western Kentucky University for no More Than $3,298

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 Kentucky University should not be more than $3,298.

Veteran Sticker Price	$26,084
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$22,786
Total Out Of Pocket	$3,298

Public College Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you live in Kentucky and you qualify for full benefits, your tuition and fees will be covered by your Post-9/11 benefits. If you live outside of Kentucky and it has been less than three years since your discharge Western Kentucky University will consider you an in-state student anyways and you will be fully covered.

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$10,802
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$10,802
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 Kentucky 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.

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 $450, Western Kentucky University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$450 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,104 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with Western Kentucky University 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 Western Kentucky University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,298. 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	$14,282
Post-9/11 Benefit	$10,984
Total Out Of Pocket	$3,298

A MHA of $1,373 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 Kentucky University estimates your expenses to be ($1,000).

Supplies Expenses	$1,000
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total In Your Pocket	-$0

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

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