How Much of Boston U's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill® Cover?
How much will you pay to attend Boston University? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Boston U 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 U 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 University for no More Than $28,399
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 University
should not be more than $28,399.
Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits
Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Boston University will not be
fully covered. Boston University charges $55,892
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
$55,892
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*
$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket
$35,657
*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 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 Boston 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.
Remember, only veterans who qualify for full Post-9/11 benefits are eligible to participate in
a Yellow Ribbon program.
Boston University awarded a total of $199,502
in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year.
This was split among 49 veterans
for an average award of $4,071
($8,143 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 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
25
$18,000
$17,657
Graduate
Metropolitan College
50
$4,000
$31,657
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 $1,710,
Boston University falls above
the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
Below Cap for State Residents?
$1,710 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?
$1,710 per credit
Your Living Expenses Likely Covered
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Boston University thinks your living expenses should be,
we see a potential credit in your favor of $7,258.
It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!
Off Campus Living Expenses
$17,670
Post-9/11 Benefit
$24,928
Total In Your Pocket
$7,258
A MHA of $3,116 is likely the largest benefit paid directly to you.
Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered
Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what Boston University estimates your expenses to be ($1,000).
Supplies Expenses
$1,000
Post-9/11 Benefit
$1,000
Total In Your Pocket
-$0
Not Happy With This College? Is Boston University not living up to its commitments?
File a complaint with the VA.
College Factual is not affiliated with the Department of Defense or any Military Service.
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