Sacred Heart University G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

How Much of Sacred Heart University's Tuition Will the G.I. Bill® Cover?

How much will you pay to attend Sacred Heart? Below you can review how much of your expenses at Sacred Heart University the GI Bill® will cover.

Isn't G.I. Bill® Coverage All the Same?

Did you know that G.I. Bill® funding has a cap? Below you'll find out if the entire cost of attendance at Sacred Heart University is covered. This data varies for each school so be sure to check out G.I. Bill® information for each school you're interested in!

Veterans Typically Attend Sacred Heart University for no More Than $15,111

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend Sacred Heart University should not be more than $15,111.

Veteran Sticker Price	$59,162
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$44,051
Total Out Of Pocket	$15,111

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by Sacred Heart University will not be fully covered. Sacred Heart University charges $44,350 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	$44,350
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket	$24,115
*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

It appears as though Sacred Heart 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.

Sacred Heart University awarded a total of $283,221 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 35 veterans for an average award of $8,092 ($16,184 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 $650, Sacred Heart University falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$650 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$650 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what Sacred Heart University thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $9,204. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Off Campus Living Expenses	$13,612
Post-9/11 Benefit	$22,816
Total In Your Pocket	$9,204

A MHA of $2,852 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 Sacred Heart 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 Sacred Heart University not living up to its commitments? File a complaint with the VA.

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