Military Discounts for College Accommodation

Hey, has anyone experienced any kind of military discount offered by colleges for accommodation and other expenses? I'm currently in the military and am keen to know about any budgetary help that schools could provide.

While many colleges do not directly offer military discounts on accommodation or other expenses, there are a few programs out there that can help offset education costs for active military personnel, veterans, and sometimes their dependents.

The first is the Yellow Ribbon program, which is a provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The GI Bill can cover all tuition and fees at public schools or up to a national maximum per academic year at private or foreign schools. If your school is part of the Yellow Ribbon Program, they can volunteer to pay part of the remaining expenses, and the Department of Veterans Affairs will match that amount, which could potentially cover all remaining costs.

There's also the Military Tuition Assistance (TA) program which is a benefit provided to eligible members of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Each branch has its own rules and stipulations, but as a general rule, TA will cover up to 100% of tuition costs, though it may not cover additional expenses, like room and board.

Lastly, some colleges have begun implementing initiatives to make their campuses more military-friendly, which can include offering discounted or priority housing or even providing specific scholarships for veterans, service members, and their families. It's important to check with the college's financial aid office or veteran services office for specific information regarding these benefits.

Always keep in mind that each college's offerings may vary, and it's important to explore all military benefits and aid that you may be eligible for. I hope this provides some useful starting points!