by our College Data Analytics TeamWill you go to Watts School of Nursing for free thanks to the G.I. Bill®? The answer depends on the school — benefits are capped and the details vary, so it pays to do your research.
Watts School of Nursing is not listed as a Yellow Ribbon participant in current federal reporting. If you need benefits beyond the Post-9/11 cap, ask the schools veteran services office whether any programs participate.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® also covers housing through a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA). Here is how that benefit compares to the estimated cost of living at Watts School of Nursing.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $2,214/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $17,712 |
The Monthly Housing Allowance is paid for the months you are enrolled and is meant to offset off-campus living costs. The MHA is based on the school’s ZIP code and is paid at the full-time rate for resident students.
Beyond the coverage math above, this is how much veteran education-benefit money actually flows to Watts School of Nursing.
Roughly 3 students drew Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition benefits totaling $42,515.
| Benefit | Recipients | Total disbursed | Average / recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| GI Bill® (all students) | 2 | $19,883 | $9,942 |
| GI Bill® — undergraduate | 2 | $19,883 | — |
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.