Pepperdine University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if Pepperdine'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 Pepperdine University for no More Than $29,085

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Pepperdine University should not be more than $29,085.

Veteran Sticker Price	$77,912
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$48,827
Total Out Of Pocket	$29,085

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Pepperdine University will not be fully covered. Pepperdine University charges $58,002 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	$58,002
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket	$37,767
*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 Pepperdine University 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.

Pepperdine University awarded a total of $2,428,693 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 180 veterans for an average award of $13,493 ($26,985 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 $1,810, Pepperdine University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,810 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,810 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Pepperdine University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $8,932. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Off Campus Living Expenses	$18,660
Post-9/11 Benefit	$27,592
Total In Your Pocket	$8,932

A MHA of $3,449 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 Pepperdine University estimates your expenses to be ($1,250).

Supplies Expenses	$1,250
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$250

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

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