by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at Bowie State University? GI Bill® benefits are limited and differ by school, so the specifics matter.
The table below compares the guaranteed Post-9/11 tuition benefit to the cost of attending Bowie State University. Living-expense and book benefits are addressed in their own sections below.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Veteran tuition & fees | $8,999 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 tuition benefit | $8,999 |
| Tuition out of pocket | $0 |
Public-college veterans generally have their entire in-state tuition paid by the Post-9/11 GI Bill® at Bowie State University.
Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, Bowie State University and the VA share the cost of tuition above the Post-9/11 cap. In the most recent year, about 1 students received Yellow Ribbon awards at this school.
The exact number of seats and the maximum contribution vary by degree level and program, so confirm the current limits with the schools veteran services office.
DoD Tuition Assistance pays up to $250 per credit hour for active-duty students; here is how the per-credit charge at Bowie State University compares.
| Residency | Per-credit charge | Below $250 cap? |
|---|---|---|
| In-state | $141 |  |
| Out-of-state | $141 | |
Beyond tuition, the Post-9/11 GI Bill® pays a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) while you are enrolled. The table compares the housing benefit to estimated living expenses at Bowie State University.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Estimated living expenses (room & board, academic year) | $16,611 |
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $2,949/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $23,592 |
| Estimated surplus in your pocket | $6,981 |
The benefit generally more than covers off-campus living costs here. MHA amounts reflect the local housing rate for the school’s area.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® pays a books-and-supplies stipend of up to $1,000 per year. Estimated book and supply costs at Bowie State University run about $2,500, leaving about $1,500 out of pocket.
Beyond the coverage math above, this is how much veteran education-benefit money actually flows to Bowie State University.
Approximately 157 students drew Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition benefits totaling $1,135,278.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 152 | $1,220,400 | $8,029 |
| GI Bill® — undergraduate | 125 | $1,009,245 | — |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 27 | $211,155 | — |
| DoD Tuition Assistance (all) | 0 | $0 | — |
| DoD TA — undergraduate | 0 | $0 | — |
| DoD TA — graduate | 0 | $0 | — |
GI Bill® dollars are paid on the veterans behalf, while DoD Tuition Assistance supports active-duty service members.
References
More about our data sources and methodologies.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at benefits.va.gov/gibill.