by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at WMU-Cooley Law School? GI Bill® benefits are limited and differ by school, so the specifics matter.
Thomas M Cooley Law School participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which can cover tuition and fees beyond the Post-9/11 GI Bill® cap through matching funds from the school and the VA. About 1 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 WMU-Cooley Law School.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $1,773/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $14,184 |
The Monthly Housing Allowance is paid for the months you are enrolled and is meant to offset off-campus living costs. 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 WMU-Cooley Law School.
Approximately 3 students drew Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition benefits totaling $35,000.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 11 | $185,658 | $16,878 |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 11 | $185,658 | — |
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.