Western Michigan University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Western Michigan 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 Michigan University for no More Than $2,190

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 Michigan University should not be more than $2,190.

Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Western Michigan 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 Participant But With Limitations

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. While Western Michigan University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, it places some limitations on the awards it grants, so your participation in this program is not guaranteed.

The following table may show you how likely you are to have outstanding tuition costs covered by the Yellow Ribbon Program at Western Michigan University. Remember, contributions from the college will be matched by the VA.

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 $504, Western Michigan University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$504 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$630 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Western Michigan University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $2,203. 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 Michigan University estimates your expenses to be ($987).