by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at UC? GI Bill® benefits are limited and differ by school, so the specifics matter.
The table below compares the guaranteed Post-9/11 tuition benefit to the cost of attending UC. Housing and book benefits are covered separately below.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Veteran tuition & fees | $13,570 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 tuition benefit | $13,570 |
| Tuition out of pocket | $0 |
At public institutions the Post-9/11 GI Bill® pays in-state tuition and fees in full, meaning most eligible veterans pay no tuition at UC.
Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, University of Cincinnati-Main Campus and the VA share the cost of tuition above the Post-9/11 cap. In the most recent year, about 21 students received Yellow Ribbon awards at this school.
The exact number of seats and the maximum contribution vary by degree level and program, so confirm the current limits with the schools veteran services office.
For active-duty students, Tuition Assistance covers up to $250 per credit hour — the indicators below show whether UC is below that cap.
| Residency | Per-credit charge | Below $250 cap? |
|---|---|---|
| In-state | $70 |  |
| Out-of-state | $70 | |
Beyond tuition, the Post-9/11 GI Bill® pays a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) while you are enrolled. The table compares the housing benefit to estimated living expenses at UC.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Estimated living expenses (room & board, academic year) | $17,232 |
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $2,277/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $18,216 |
| Estimated surplus in your pocket | $984 |
The benefit generally more than covers off-campus living costs here. Your actual MHA depends on your rate of pursuit and the school’s location.
With a Post-9/11 book stipend of up to $1,000 per year, the estimated $1,300 in supply costs at UC, leaving about $300 out of pocket.
This is the real volume of GI Bill® and military tuition benefits paid out at UC.
Approximately 666 students drew Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition benefits totaling $5,705,428.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 595 | $5,720,019 | $9,613 |
| GI Bill® — undergraduate | 425 | $3,780,394 | — |
| GI Bill® — graduate | 170 | $1,939,625 | — |
| DoD Tuition Assistance (all) | 100 | $247,169 | $2,472 |
| DoD TA — undergraduate | 79 | $206,439 | — |
| DoD TA — graduate | 21 | $40,730 | — |
GI Bill® dollars are paid on the veterans behalf, while DoD Tuition Assistance supports active-duty service members.
References
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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.