by our College Data Analytics TeamWondering what the G.I. Bill® actually covers at Xavier College School of Nursing? GI Bill® benefits are limited and differ by school, so the specifics matter.
Here is how the Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition benefit stacks up against the published cost of attending Xavier College School of Nursing. Housing and book benefits are covered separately below.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Veteran tuition & fees | $28,000 |
| Guaranteed Post-9/11 tuition benefit | $20,235 |
| Tuition out of pocket | $7,765 |
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® caps the annual tuition benefit (about $20,235), so the tuition above that is a gap veterans must cover through Yellow Ribbon, savings, or other aid at Xavier College School of Nursing.
Federal data does not indicate that Xavier College School of Nursing currently participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Check directly with the school, since participation can change year to year.
On top of tuition, the Post-9/11 GI Bill® provides a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) for the months you are in school. The table compares the housing benefit to estimated living expenses at Xavier College School of Nursing.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-9/11 monthly housing allowance (MHA) | $2,535/mo |
| Housing benefit (academic year, ~8 months) | $20,280 |
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.
With a Post-9/11 book stipend of up to $1,000 per year, the estimated $0 in supply costs at Xavier College School of Nursing, so the stipend covers them in full.
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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.