by our College Data Analytics TeamHow much of the cost at SUNY Optometry will the G.I. Bill® cover? Coverage is not unlimited and varies school to school, so the fine print is worth checking.
Federal data does not indicate that SUNY 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. Below, the academic-year housing benefit is set against the estimated living costs at SUNY Optometry.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $5,196/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $41,568 |
This allowance is paid while you are in school to help with housing and living expenses. MHA amounts reflect the local housing rate for the school’s area.
Beyond the coverage math above, this is how much veteran education-benefit money actually flows to SUNY Optometry.
In the latest reporting year, about 2 veterans received Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition payments of $25,285.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 2 | $32,134 | $16,067 |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 2 | $32,134 | — |
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.