by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at IDSVA? Coverage is not unlimited and varies school to school, so the fine print is worth checking.
Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts and the VA share the cost of tuition above the Post-9/11 cap.
Seat counts and matching amounts change by program each year; verify the details with the schools military and veteran services team.
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 IDSVA.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $3,117/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $24,936 |
The MHA helps cover the cost of living while enrolled. Your actual MHA depends on your rate of pursuit and the school’s location.
Beyond the coverage math above, this is how much veteran education-benefit money actually flows to IDSVA.
Approximately 1 Post-9/11 recipients used tuition benefits worth $25,510.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 1 | $24,710 | $24,710 |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 1 | $24,710 | — |
GI Bill® benefits follow the veteran; DoD Tuition Assistance is an active-duty benefit paid while serving.
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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.