is a provision of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 (GI Bill®). Under this program, the act provides payments for tuition, fees, book and supplies stipend and a housing allowance for veterans who have served on active duty since Sept. 11, 2001.
In the program, a partnership between the federal government and Â鶹ÊÓƵ will match agreements with the to pay veterans' tuition and fee costs above those covered by the GI Bill Benefit.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the benefits of attending Â鶹ÊÓƵ under the Yellow Ribbon program?
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- Free tuition
- Yellow Ribbon pays for all University fees, and there is also a book allowance
- No cap on number of Yellow Ribbon participants
- All programs on all campuses and online are available to Yellow Ribbon participants.
- How do I find out if I am eligible for the Yellow Ribbon program?
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Please visit the to determine your eligibility.
- Can I share or give my Yellow Ribbon educational benefit to my spouse or children?
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In some cases, the answer is yes. To find out if you can transfer your eligibility, . Alvernia fully participates in this aspect of the Gi Bill, so if the benefit is transferred to a spouse or child, that person can certainly apply to Â鶹ÊÓƵ.
- Can I use my Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits if I am on active duty?
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Yes, you can. If you've served at least 90 days, you can receive a tuition benefit based on how long you've served. For more information, please view the .
Any further questions please visit VA's Yellow Ribbon Program webpage to determine eligibility. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
