Will You go to Dordt for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?
How much will attending Dordt College cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill® tuition assistance and more for Dordt.
Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?
G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Dordt'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 Dordt College for no More Than $15,195
If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Dordt College should not be more than $15,195.
| Veteran Sticker Price | $45,790 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits | $30,595 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $15,195 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Dordt College, 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 Dordt College will not be fully covered. Dordt College charges $30,000 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 | $30,000 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit* | $20,235 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $9,765 |
| *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 Dordt College.
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 Dordt College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, it places some limitations on the awards it grants, so your participation in this program is not guaranteed.
Dordt College awarded a total of $7,500 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 3 veterans for an average award of $2,500 ($5,000 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 Dordt College. 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 | 15 | $4,000 | $5,765 |
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 $1,230, Dordt College falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.
| Below Cap for State Residents? | $1,230 per credit |  |
| Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)? | $1,230 per credit | |
Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered
After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Dordt College thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $5,270. 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 | $14,630 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $9,360 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $5,270 |
Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered
Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what Dordt College estimates your expenses to be ($1,160).
| Supplies Expenses | $1,160 |
| Post-9/11 Benefit | $1,000 |
| Total Out Of Pocket | $160 |
Find out how your actual benefits will reduce the cost of attending Dordt College, using our Post-9/11 GI Bill® calculator.
