Furman University G.I. Bill® Benefits

Wondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at Furman? The answer depends on the school — benefits are capped and the details vary, so it pays to do your research.

• Your Estimated Out-of-Pocket Cost
• GI Bill Tuition Coverage
• Yellow Ribbon Participation
• Per-Credit Charges and Tuition Assistance
• Living Expense Coverage
• Book Stipend Coverage
• GI Bill & Tuition Assistance Dollars
• References

Expect Roughly $38,077 in Tuition Out of Pocket at Furman University

The table below compares the guaranteed Post-9/11 tuition benefit to the cost of attending Furman. See the living-expense and book sections below for those benefits.

Private Tuition Above the Post-9/11 Benefit Cap

Because the Post-9/11 tuition benefit is capped near $20,235 per year, tuition above the cap is the veterans responsibility at Furman.

Furman University Participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program

Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, Furman University and the VA share the cost of tuition above the Post-9/11 cap. In the most recent year, about 30 students received Yellow Ribbon awards at this school.

The exact number of seats and the maximum contribution vary by degree level and program, so confirm the current limits with the schools veteran services office.

Active-Duty Tuition Assistance and Per-Credit Cost

For active-duty students, Tuition Assistance covers up to $250 per credit hour — the indicators below show whether Furman is below that cap.

Residency	Per-credit charge	Below $250 cap?
In-state	$205
Out-of-state	$205

Your Living Expenses Are Likely Covered

On top of tuition, the Post-9/11 GI Bill® provides a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) for the months you are in school. The table compares the housing benefit to estimated living expenses at Furman.

For most full-time students the housing allowance covers the cost of living off campus, with money left over. Your actual MHA depends on your rate of pursuit and the school’s location.

Your Books and Supplies Are Likely Covered

With a Post-9/11 book stipend of up to $1,000 per year, the estimated $1,000 in supply costs at Furman, so the stipend covers them in full.

GI Bill® and Tuition Assistance Paid at Furman University

Beyond the coverage math above, this is how much veteran education-benefit money actually flows to Furman.

Approximately 31 Post-9/11 recipients used tuition benefits worth $792,834.

GI Bill® dollars are paid on the veterans behalf, while DoD Tuition Assistance supports active-duty service members.

Veteran Services & Links

• Back to Furman Net Price
• Continue to Furman Value for Your Money
• File a complaint with the VA

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• VA GI Bill® Comparison Tool
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

More about our data sources and methodologies.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at benefits.va.gov/gibill.