How Much of Boston College's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill Cover?
How much will you pay to attend Boston College? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Boston College the GI Bill will cover.
Do I Really Need to do Research About the G.I. Bill?
Did you know that G.I. Bill funding has a cap? Below you'll find out if the entire cost of attendance at Boston College is covered. This data varies for each school so be sure to check out G.I. Bill information for each school you're interested in!
Veterans Typically Attend Boston College for no More Than $18,851
If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill ®, we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Boston College should not be more than $18,851.
| Veteran Sticker Price | $64,446 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits | $45,595 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $18,851 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Boston College, using our Post-9/11 GI Bill ® calculator.
Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill Benefits
Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Boston College will not be fully covered. Boston College charges $51,296 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 | $51,296 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit* | $20,235 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $31,061 |
| *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 Boston College.
Yellow Ribbon Program Participant But With Limitations
In the event that 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 Boston 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.
Boston College awarded a total of $184,991 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 45 veterans for an average award of $4,111 ($8,222 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 Boston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | All | 65 | $10,000 | $21,061 |
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 $1,826, Boston College falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
| Below Cap for State Residents? | $1,826 per credit |  |
| Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)? | $1,826 per credit | |
Your Living Expenses Likely Covered.
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Boston College thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $12,460. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!
| Off Campus Living Expenses | $11,900 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $24,360 |
| Total In Your Pocket | $12,460 |
Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered.
Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Boston College estimates your expenses to be ($1,250).
| Supplies Expenses | $1,250 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $1,000 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $250 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Boston College, using our Post-9/11 GI Bill ® calculator.
