Will You go to Boise State University for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?
How much will attending Boise State University cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill® tuition assistance and more for Boise State University.
What's in it for me?
G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Boise State 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 Boise State University for no More Than $3,226
If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Boise State University should not be more than $3,226.
| Veteran Sticker Price | $20,864 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits | $17,638 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $3,226 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Boise State University, using our Post-9/11 GI Bill® calculator.
Tuition Covered for Residents of Idaho
If you live in Idaho and you qualify for full benefits, your tuition and fees will be covered by your Post-9/11 benefits. If you live outside of Idaho and it has been less than three years since your discharge there is a chance that Boise State University will consider you an in-state student anyways. Idaho is one of the few states where this reciprocity is not guaranteed so you will want to verify this with them directly.
| Veteran Tuition And Fees | $7,326 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit* | $7,326 |
| Total In Your Pocket | -$0 |
| *Note: The tuition benefit is capped at the lessor of the actual tuition charged to you or $20,235. | |
If you do not qualify for full benefits or are unsure how your benefits stack up in your scenario, use the calculator to determine how your benefits cover your cost of attending Boise State University.
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 Boise State 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.
Boise State University awarded a total of $19,894 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 6 veterans for an average award of $3,316 ($6,632 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 Boise State University. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | All | 20 | $4,000 | $0 |
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 $305, Boise State University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
| Below Cap for State Residents? | $305 per credit |  |
| Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)? | $600 per credit | |
Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Boise State University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,026. 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 | $12,338 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $9,312 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $3,026 |
Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered
Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Boise State University estimates your expenses to be ($1,200).
| Supplies Expenses | $1,200 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $1,000 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $200 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Boise State University, using our Post-9/11 GI Bill® calculator.
