Will You go to Alma College for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?
How much will attending Alma cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill® tuition assistance and more for Alma College.
What's in it for me?
G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Alma College'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 Alma College for no More Than $22,611
If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Alma College should not be more than $22,611.
| Veteran Sticker Price | $53,534 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits | $30,923 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $22,611 |
Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits
Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Alma College will not be fully covered. Alma College charges $42,622 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 | $42,622 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit* | $20,235 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $22,387 |
| *Note: The tuition benefit is capped at the lessor of the actual tuition charged to you or $20,235. | |
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 Alma College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, it places some limitations on the awards it grants, so your participation in this program is not guaranteed.
Alma College awarded a total of $64,899 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 8 veterans for an average award of $8,112 ($16,225 after government matching).
The following table may show you how likely you are to have outstanding tuition costs covered by the Yellow Ribbon Program at Alma College. Remember, contributions from the college will be matched by the VA.
| Degree Level | Division or School | Max Number of Students | Max Contribution (after matching) | Tuition After Max Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | All | unlimited | $13,936 | $8,451 |
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 $1,324, Alma College falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
| Below Cap for State Residents? | $1,324 per credit |  |
| Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)? | $1,324 per credit | |
Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Alma College thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $374. 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 | $10,062 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $9,688 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $374 |
Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered
Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what Alma College estimates your expenses to be ($850).
| Supplies Expenses | $850 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $1,000 |
| Total In Your Pocket | $150 |
