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is a provision of the Post-9/11 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 51³Ô¹Ï 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 51³Ô¹Ï under the Yellow Ribbon program?

• 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?

Please visit the to determine your eligibility.

Can I share or give my Yellow Ribbon educational benefit to my spouse or children?

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 51³Ô¹Ï.

Can I use my Post-9/11 GI Bill^® Benefits if I am on active duty?

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)