Yellow Ribbon Program

Saint Mary's is proud to be a sponsor of the Yellow Ribbon Program in support of our nation’s veterans. This program provides additional assistance to cover tuition and fees that are not already covered by the Post–9/11 GI Bill. Some veterans may qualify to transfer their eligibility to their children.

Program Details

• Beginning with the 2010-11 academic year Saint Mary's College provides Yellow Ribbon Program funding to all eligible students.
• The maximum Yellow Ribbon Funding from Saint Mary's College will be up to 50% of the tuition and fees not covered by the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
• This program only provides funding for tuition and mandatory fees. It does not cover books, housing, etc.

• Here’s an example of the amount of aid a student would receive if she enrolls full time in both the fall and the spring:

• Students who withdraw or take a leave of absence from the College will forfeit their spot in the program and will need to reapply for reinstatement if they later re-enroll.

Who is Eligible for the Yellow Ribbon Program

• You are eligible for the maximum benefit rate of the Post-9/11 GI, or
• You are a dependent eligible for Transfer of Entitlement under the Post-9/11 GI Bill based and that veteran is eligible for the maximum benefit rate
  
  • To learn more about transferring Post–9/11 GI Bill benefits to a dependent student, please visit the Veteran's Administration web site.

How to Apply for the Yellow Ribbon Program at Saint Mary's College

2012-13 Application Process

1. Veterans and their dependents interested in applying for this program should initiate an application through the Veterans Administration’s (VA) web site.
2. The VA will send a Certificate of Eligibility to each applicant.
3. Students must bring the Certificate of Eligibility to the Registrar’s Office at Saint Mary's College.
4. The Financial Aid Office will determine the amount of the Yellow Ribbon Program award and will notify the student of the amount awarded.