by our College Data Analytics TeamHow much of the cost at Midwestern University - Downers Grove will the G.I. Bill® cover? Coverage is not unlimited and varies school to school, so the fine print is worth checking.
Midwestern University-Downers Grove participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which can cover tuition and fees beyond the Post-9/11 GI Bill® cap through matching funds from the school and the VA.
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. Here is how that benefit compares to the estimated cost of living at Midwestern University - Downers Grove.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Estimated living expenses (room & board, academic year) | $8,311 |
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $3,225/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $25,800 |
| Estimated surplus in your pocket | $17,489 |
For most full-time students the housing allowance covers the cost of living off campus, with money left over. MHA amounts reflect the local housing rate for the school’s area.
Beyond the coverage math above, this is how much veteran education-benefit money actually flows to Midwestern University - Downers Grove.
Roughly 8 students drew Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition benefits totaling $168,497.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 6 | $133,405 | $22,234 |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 6 | $133,405 | — |
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.