Will You go to Clark Atlanta University for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill?
How much will attending Clark Atlanta University cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill tuition assistance and more for Clark Atlanta University.
What's in it for me?
G.I. Bill Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Clark Atlanta 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 Clark Atlanta University for no More Than $4,862
If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill ®, we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Clark Atlanta University should not be more than $4,862.
| Veteran Sticker Price | $37,761 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits | $32,899 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $4,862 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Clark Atlanta 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 Clark Atlanta University will not be fully covered. Clark Atlanta University charges $22,396 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 | $22,396 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit* | $20,235 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $2,161 |
| *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 Clark Atlanta 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 Clark Atlanta 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.
Clark Atlanta University awarded a total of $12,957 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 13 veterans for an average award of $997 ($1,993 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 Clark Atlanta 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 | $5,000 | $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 $828, Clark Atlanta University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
| Below Cap for State Residents? | $828 per credit |  |
| Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)? | $828 per credit | |
Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered.
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Clark Atlanta University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $2,201. 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 | $13,865 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $11,664 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $2,201 |
Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered.
Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Clark Atlanta University estimates your expenses to be ($1,500).
| Supplies Expenses | $1,500 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $1,000 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $500 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Clark Atlanta University, using our Post-9/11 GI Bill ® calculator.
