by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at The Chicago School Washington DC Campus? Coverage is not unlimited and varies school to school, so the fine print is worth checking.
Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, The Chicago School at Washington DC and the VA share the cost of tuition above the Post-9/11 cap. About 18 Yellow Ribbon recipients were reported at this school.
Available Yellow Ribbon seats and maximum contributions differ by program and degree level — check with the veteran services office for current limits.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® also covers housing through a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA). The table compares the housing benefit to estimated living expenses at The Chicago School Washington DC Campus.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $3,075/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $24,600 |
This allowance is paid while you are in school to help with housing and living expenses. Your actual MHA depends on your rate of pursuit and the school’s location.
These figures show the GI Bill® and DoD Tuition Assistance dollars veterans and service members actually used at The Chicago School Washington DC Campus.
Approximately 37 Post-9/11 recipients used tuition benefits worth $787,876.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 32 | $832,705 | $26,022 |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 32 | $832,705 | — |
| DoD Tuition Assistance (all) | 0 | $0 | — |
| DoD TA — graduate | 0 | $0 | — |
GI Bill® dollars are paid on the veterans behalf, while DoD Tuition Assistance supports active-duty service members.
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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.