by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at Montana Bible College? The answer depends on the school — benefits are capped and the details vary, so it pays to do your research.
Below is the gap between the Post-9/11 tuition benefit and the cost at Montana Bible College. Housing and book benefits are covered separately below.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Veteran tuition & fees | $13,600 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 tuition benefit | $13,600 |
| Tuition out of pocket | $0 |
Tuition and fees here fall within the annual Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefit, so eligible veterans typically owe nothing toward tuition at Montana Bible College.
There is no record that Montana Bible College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program in the latest federal data. Check directly with the school, since participation can change year to year.
DoD Tuition Assistance pays up to $250 per credit hour for active-duty students; here is how the per-credit charge at Montana Bible College compares.
| Residency | Per-credit charge | Below $250 cap? |
|---|---|---|
| In-state | $1,360 |  |
| Out-of-state | $1,360 | |
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 Montana Bible College.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Estimated living expenses (room & board, academic year) | $8,500 |
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $1,935/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $15,480 |
| Estimated surplus in your pocket | $6,980 |
At this school the academic-year housing benefit exceeds typical living costs, so most full-time students come out ahead. The MHA is based on the school’s ZIP code and is paid at the full-time rate for resident students.
With a Post-9/11 book stipend of up to $1,000 per year, the estimated $700 in supply costs at Montana Bible College, so the stipend covers them in full.
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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.