Will You go to Defiance College for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?
How much will attending Defiance College cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill® tuition assistance and more for Defiance College.
Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?
G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Defiance College'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 Defiance College for no More Than $16,749
If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Defiance College should not be more than $16,749.
| Veteran Sticker Price | $48,800 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits | $32,051 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $16,749 |
Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits
Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Defiance College will not be fully covered. Defiance College charges $33,260 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 | $33,260 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit* | $20,235 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $13,025 |
| *Note: The tuition benefit is capped at the lessor of the actual tuition charged to you or $20,235. | |
Yellow Ribbon Program Participant With No Limitations
Defiance College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and does not place limitations on the awards it grants. You must still apply for and be accepted so contact the college. 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 that should result in no out of pocket costs related to tuition and fees.
Defiance College awarded a total of $8,315 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 4 veterans for an average award of $2,079 ($4,157 after government matching).
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 $515, Defiance College falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
| Below Cap for State Residents? | $515 per credit |  |
| Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)? | $515 per credit | |
Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Defiance College thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,324. 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 | $14,140 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $10,816 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $3,324 |
Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered
Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Defiance College estimates your expenses to be ($1,400).
| Supplies Expenses | $1,400 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $1,000 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $400 |
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