Ottawa University - Surprise G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to Ottawa University - Surprise for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Ottawa University - Surprise'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 Ottawa University - Surprise for no More Than $9,415

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Ottawa University - Surprise should not be more than $9,415.

Veteran Sticker Price	$45,090
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$35,675
Total Out Of Pocket	$9,415

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Ottawa University - Surprise will not be fully covered. Ottawa University - Surprise charges $31,000 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	$31,000
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket	$10,765
*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

It appears as though Ottawa University - Surprise participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, but we could not determine if there are restrictions of this participation. 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 so check with the college.

Remember, only veterans who qualify for full Post-9/11 benefits are eligible to participate in a Yellow Ribbon program.

Ottawa University - Surprise awarded a total of $38,452 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 17 veterans for an average award of $2,262 ($4,524 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 $1,167, Ottawa University - Surprise falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,167 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,167 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Ottawa University - Surprise thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $1,550. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Off Campus Living Expenses	$12,890
Post-9/11 Benefit	$14,440
Total In Your Pocket	$1,550

A MHA of $1,805 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 Ottawa University - Surprise 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 Ottawa University - Surprise not living up to its commitments? File a complaint with the VA.

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