by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at Southern College of Optometry? GI Bill® benefits are limited and differ by school, so the specifics matter.
Federal data does not indicate that Southern College of Optometry currently participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program. If you need benefits beyond the Post-9/11 cap, ask the schools veteran services office whether any programs participate.
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 Southern College of Optometry.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $2,331/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $18,648 |
The MHA helps cover the cost of living while enrolled. The MHA is based on the school’s ZIP code and is paid at the full-time rate for resident students.
This is the real volume of GI Bill® and military tuition benefits paid out at Southern College of Optometry.
Approximately 1 veterans received Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition payments of $56,057.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 12 | $493,651 | $41,138 |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 12 | $493,651 | — |
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.