East Tennessee State University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to East Tennessee State University for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

How much will attending East Tennessee State University cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill® tuition assistance and more for East Tennessee State University.

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if East Tennessee State 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 East Tennessee State University for no More Than $6,094

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend East Tennessee State University should not be more than $6,094.

Veteran Sticker Price	$25,297
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$19,203
Total Out Of Pocket	$6,094

Public College Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you live in Tennessee and you qualify for full benefits, your tuition and fees will be covered by your Post-9/11 benefits. If you live outside of Tennessee and it has been less than three years since your discharge East Tennessee State University will consider you an in-state student anyways and you will be fully covered.

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$9,259
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$9,259
Total In Your Pocket	-$0
*Note: The tuition benefit is capped at the lessor of the actual tuition charged to you or $20,235.

Remember, some forms of aid such as Pell Grants are awarded in addition to your Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits so be sure to fill out your FASA forms.

Yellow Ribbon Program Participant With No Limitations

East Tennessee State University 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.

Remember, only veterans who qualify for full Post-9/11 benefits are eligible to participate in a Yellow Ribbon program.

East Tennessee State University awarded a total of $22,570 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 4 veterans for an average award of $5,642 ($11,285 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 $301, East Tennessee State University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$301 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,183 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with East Tennessee State University to see if that policy is true for part-time students as well.

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what East Tennessee State University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $5,744. 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	$14,688
Post-9/11 Benefit	$8,944
Total Out Of Pocket	$5,744

A MHA of $1,118 is likely the largest benefit paid directly to you.

Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what East Tennessee State University estimates your expenses to be ($1,350).

Supplies Expenses	$1,350
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$350

Not Happy With This College? Is East Tennessee State University not living up to its commitments? File a complaint with the VA.

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