The University of Montana G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

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

How much will you pay to attend UM? Below you can review how much of your expenses at The University of Montana 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 The University of Montana 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 The University of Montana for no More Than $1,546

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 University of Montana should not be more than $1,546.

Veteran Sticker Price	$22,976
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefits	$21,430
Total Out Of Pocket	$1,546

Public College Tuition Fully Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

If you live in Montana and you qualify for full benefits, your tuition and fees will be covered by your Post-9/11 benefits. If you live outside of Montana and it has been less than three years since your discharge The University of Montana will consider you an in-state student anyways and you will be fully covered.

Veteran Tuition And Fees	$7,430
Guaranteed Post-9/11 Benefit*	$7,430
Total In Your Pocket	-$0
*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 University of Montana 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 University of Montana awarded a total of $183,897 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 37 veterans for an average award of $4,970 ($9,940 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 $223, The University of Montana falls below the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$223 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$1,047 per credit

Almost all public colleges treat full-time non-resident veterans as in-state students. You should check with The University of Montana to see if that policy is true for part-time students as well.

Your Living Expenses May Not Be Fully Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what The University of Montana thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential shortfall of $1,446. It is possible that your actual living expenses will be covered if you live more frugally than what the college expects.

Off Campus Living Expenses	$14,446
Post-9/11 Benefit	$13,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$1,446

A MHA of $1,625 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 University of Montana estimates your expenses to be ($1,100).

Supplies Expenses	$1,100
Post-9/11 Benefit	$1,000
Total Out Of Pocket	$100

Not Happy With This College? Is The University of Montana not living up to its commitments? File a complaint with the VA.

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