Mercyhurst University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to Mercyhurst University for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

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

What's in it for me?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Mercyhurst 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 Mercyhurst University for no More Than $22,674

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Mercyhurst University should not be more than $22,674.

Veteran Sticker Price	$55,061
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$32,387
Total Out Of Pocket	$22,674

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Mercyhurst University will not be fully covered. Mercyhurst University charges $41,350 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	$41,350
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket	$21,115
*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

Mercyhurst 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.

Mercyhurst University awarded a total of $78,310 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 14 veterans for an average award of $5,594 ($11,187 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 $1,286, Mercyhurst University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,286 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,286 per credit

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Mercyhurst University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $1,359. 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	$12,511
Post-9/11 Benefit	$11,152
Total Out Of Pocket	$1,359

A MHA of $1,394 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 Mercyhurst University estimates your expenses to be ($1,200).

Supplies Expenses	$1,200
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$200

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

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