How Much of Carnegie Mellon's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill Cover?
How much will you pay to attend Carnegie Mellon University? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Carnegie Mellon 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 Carnegie Mellon 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 Carnegie Mellon University for no More Than $32,849
If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill ®, we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Carnegie Mellon University should not be more than $32,849.
| Veteran Sticker Price | $67,980 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits | $35,131 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $32,849 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Carnegie Mellon University, 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 Carnegie Mellon University will not be fully covered. Carnegie Mellon University charges $52,310 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 | $52,310 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit* | $20,235 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $32,075 |
| *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 Carnegie Mellon University.
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 Carnegie Mellon 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.
Carnegie Mellon University awarded a total of $281,612 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 36 veterans for an average award of $7,823 ($15,645 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 Carnegie Mellon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | All | 35 | $16,000 | $16,075 |
| Graduate | All (Non-Heinz, Non-Tepper, Non-Info Networking Institute) | 20 | $20,000 | $12,075 |
| Graduate | Heinz College | 20 | $24,322 | $7,753 |
| Graduate | Info Networking Institute | 5 | $18,000 | $14,075 |
| Graduate | Tepper School of Business | 30 | $25,000 | $7,075 |
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 $712, Carnegie Mellon University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
| Below Cap for State Residents? | $712 per credit |  |
| Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)? | $712 per credit | |
Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered.
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Carnegie Mellon University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $774. 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 | $14,670 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $13,896 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $774 |
Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered.
Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what Carnegie Mellon University estimates your expenses to be ($1,000).
| Supplies Expenses | $1,000 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $1,000 |
| Total In Your Pocket | $0 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Carnegie Mellon University, using our Post-9/11 GI Bill ® calculator.
