The College of Idaho G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to The College of Idaho for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

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

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if The College of Idaho'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 The College of Idaho for no More Than $10,312

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend The College of Idaho should not be more than $10,312.

Veteran Sticker Price	$43,755
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$33,443
Total Out Of Pocket	$10,312

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by The College of Idaho will not be fully covered. The College of Idaho charges $32,855 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	$32,855
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$20,235
Total Out Of Pocket	$12,620
*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 The College of Idaho 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.

The College of Idaho awarded a total of $45,970 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 13 veterans for an average award of $3,536 ($7,072 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 $1,330, The College of Idaho falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$1,330 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,330 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what The College of Idaho thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $2,508. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Off Campus Living Expenses	$9,700
Post-9/11 Benefit	$12,208
Total In Your Pocket	$2,508

A MHA of $1,526 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 The College of Idaho 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 The College of Idaho not living up to its commitments? File a complaint with the VA.

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