College of Saint Mary joins Yellow Ribbon Program

College of Saint Mary (CSM) is pleased to announce it is now participating in the Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.).

The Yellow Ribbon Program allows institutions of higher learning to voluntarily enter into an agreement with the V.A. to fund tuition expenses that exceed the highest public in-state tuition rate. Through this program, the institutions can contribute up to 50% of those expenses with the V.A. matching that amount.

Through the program, College of Saint Mary offers individuals who qualify $8,000/year for undergraduate study; $2,000/year for graduate classes; and $1,000/year for doctoral study. Undergraduate programs at College of Saint Mary are open to women only and all graduate and doctorate programs are open to both men and women.

"We believe it is very important for us to partner with the V.A. in this program," said Dr. Maryanne Stevens, RSM, College of Saint Mary president. "This is one way CSM can contribute to making a difference in the lives of these women and men who put their lives on the line for us."

Individuals interested in the Yellow Ribbon Program at CSM should contact College of Saint Mary at (402) 399-2400 or visit www.CSM.edu and click on "Future Students" and then "Registrar's Office" for more information.

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