Vanderbilt University: Yellow Ribbon Benefits For Veterans

Vanderbilt University offers unlimited Yellow Ribbon spots with full tuition coverage across all programs, making this top-15 university free for veterans.

School Overview

Location Nashville, Tennessee
Type Private Research University
Total Enrollment 13,500+
Acceptance Rate 6%
US News Ranking #18 National Universities

Tuition & Costs (2024-2025)

Annual Tuition $62,250
Room & Board $20,400
Total Cost $82,650

Yellow Ribbon Benefits

Number of Spots Unlimited
Coverage Full remaining tuition
Veteran’s Cost $0

GI Bill Housing Allowance

  • Monthly BAH Rate: $1,977/month
  • Annual Housing Benefit: $17,793 (9 months)

Total 4-Year Benefit Value: $350,000+

Notable Programs

  • Owen Graduate School of Management – Top-25 MBA
  • Law School – Top-20 law school
  • School of Medicine – Top medical and nursing programs
  • Peabody College of Education – #1 ranked education school
  • School of Engineering – Growing reputation

Official Website: vanderbilt.edu

Jason Michael

Jason Michael

Author & Expert

Jason Michael is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and military pilot with over 20 years of service. After his military career, Jason dedicated himself to helping fellow veterans navigate the complexities of higher education benefits. He founded Veteran School Directory to provide comprehensive, accurate information about GI Bill benefits, Yellow Ribbon programs, and veteran-friendly schools. Jason holds a Master's degree in Financial Planning and is passionate about ensuring every veteran has access to the educational opportunities they've earned through their service.

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