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Abilene Christian University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to Abilene Christian for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Abilene Christian'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 Abilene Christian University for no More Than $21,789

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Abilene Christian University should not be more than $21,789.

Veteran Sticker Price$53,672
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits$31,883
Total Out Of Pocket$21,789

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Abilene Christian University will not be fully covered. Abilene Christian University charges $37,800 a year for tuition and fees but your maximum Post-9/11 benefit is only $20,235. In order to make up the shortfall you will need some additional aid from the college and/or government.

Veteran Tuition And Fees$37,800
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket$17,565
*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

Abilene Christian 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.

Abilene Christian University awarded a total of $417,987 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 72 veterans for an average award of $5,805 ($11,611 after government matching).

Questions to Ask the Admissions Department

Per Credit Fees and the Active Duty Tuition Assistance Cap

With a per credit charge for in-state students of $1,575, Abilene Christian University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?$1,575 per creditis not below tuition assistance cap
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?$1,575 per creditis not below tuition assistance cap

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Abilene Christian University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,974. 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$14,622
Post-9/11 Benefit$10,648
Total Out Of Pocket$3,974
A MHA of $1,331 is likely the largest benefit paid directly to you.

Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Abilene Christian University estimates your expenses to be ($1,250).

Supplies Expenses$1,250
Post-9/11 Benefit$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket$250
Not Happy With This College? Is Abilene Christian University not living up to its commitments? File a complaint with the VA.
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