Western Governors University is a private nonprofit institution in Salt Lake City, UT. It is one of the larger GI Bill destinations in the country, with 21,270 students using VA education benefits there. VA paid it $69,584,375 in Post-9/11 tuition and fees for 11,979 recipients in the most recent reporting year. A further $737 went to 1 students through Yellow Ribbon.
The numbers
| Type | Private nonprofit |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | Regional |
| Students on VA benefits | 21,270 |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 155,088 |
| Tuition, in-state | $8,300 / year |
| Books, estimated | $200 / year |
| Housing allowance here | $2,256 / month |
| Yellow Ribbon | Yes |
| Graduation rate, all students | 48% |
| Median salary after attending | $60,615 |
| Average student loan debt | $11,116 |
| Academic calendar | Nontraditional |
Tuition figures are what VA has on file and may not match this year’s published rate. Confirm with the school.
What it does for military students
Each of these is a commitment the school has made and VA records. None of it is our assessment.
Credit for military training
Awards academic credit for service schools and occupational experience.
Principles of Excellence
Committed to VA’s standards on advertising, cost disclosure and student support.
Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges
Part of a consortium built around transfer credit and flexibility for people who move.
DoD tuition assistance agreement
Can accept military tuition assistance for active-duty students.
Who to contact
Address
4001 South 700 East Suite 700
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Main switchboard
(801) 274-3280
Website
www.wgu.edu
Veterans office
www.wgu.edu/tuition_financial_aid/veterans
Start here. They certify your enrollment and know the Yellow Ribbon position.
Financial aid
www.wgu.edu/tuition_financial_aid/financial_aid_application.asp
Check it yourself
Everything above comes from VA’s GI Bill Comparison Tool. See Western Governors University’s VA record.
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