Illinois State University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

How Much of Illinois State University's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill® Cover?

How much will you pay to attend Illinois State? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Illinois State University the GI Bill® will cover.

Isn't G.I. Bill® Coverage All the Same?

Did you know that G.I. Bill® funding has a cap? Below you'll find out if the entire cost of attendance at Illinois State University is covered. This data varies for each school so be sure to check out G.I. Bill® information for each school you're interested in!

Veterans Typically Attend Illinois State University for no More Than $3,688

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Illinois State University should not be more than $3,688.

Public College Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

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

Yellow Ribbon Participation Could Not Be Determined

Unfortunately, it looks like Illinois State University does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. If you have tuition and fees charges that are not covered by your Post-9/11 benefits, you will have to pay some tuition out of pocket unless you qualify for other financial aid.

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 $384, Illinois State University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$384 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$768 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Illinois State University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $3,868. It is possible that your actual living expenses will be covered if you live more frugally than what the college expects.

Your Books and Supplies are Likely Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 more than covers what Illinois State University estimates your expenses to be ($820).