Cost of Attendance

Tuition rates and all fees are subject to change at any time without prior notice by action by the Board of Regents or of the Texas Legislature. Payments for tuition, fees, and room and board should be made to Texas Woman's University and should be addressed to the Office of the Bursar, Box 425439 Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas 76204.

Tuition

Undergraduate

Resident (in-state) students, 1997-98....................... $ 34.00 per semester hour

Qualifying Oklahoma resident students...................$64.00 per semester hour

Resident (in-state) students, 1998-99...................... $ 36.00 per semester hour

Qualifying Oklahoma resident students...................$66.00 per semester hour

(Minimum of $100.00 per semester for part-time students)

Nonresident (out-of-state and foreign) students........ $248 per semester hour

Graduate

Resident (in-state) students, 1997-98....................... $ 54.00 per semester hour

Resident (in-state) students, 1998-99....................... $ 56.00 per semester hour

(Minimum of $100.00 per semester for part-time students)

Nonresident (out-of-state and foreign) students........ $268 per semester hour

Exceptions

Non-resident or international students receiving competitive scholarships in the amount of $1,000 or more awarded by Texas Woman's University may pay the in-state tuition rate.

Non-resident students who hold appointment as graduate teaching assistants or graduate research assistants may pay the in-state tuition rate provided they are employed at least one-half time in a position which relates to their degree program. This provision applies to spouse and children.

Resident students registered for thesis or dissertation credit only, in those instances where such credit is the final credit hour requirement for the degree in progress, shall pay a sum proportionately less than herein prescribed. With certain limitations, officers and enlisted persons in the U.S. armed services may enroll by paying the in-state tuition rates.

Students who concurrently will enroll at both Texas Woman's University and another state university or junior college should consult with the Registrar prior to enrollment at either institution.

Any international student entering Texas Woman's University must place on deposit with the University Bursar an amount not less than $1,500 before registering for classes.

Matriculation Fee

A non-refundable $15.00 matriculation fee will be assessed all students who withdraw from the University before the first class day.

Refunds upon Withdrawal from the University

The following schedule as set out by section 54.006 (b1) Texas School Law Bulletin (Education Code) determines the refunds for tuition and fees upon withdrawal (dropping all classes) from the University during the fall or spring semester:

Prior to the first class day of the semester

(see University Calendar) 100%*

During the first five class days of the semester 80%

During the second five class days of the semester 70%

During the third five class days of the semester 50%

During the fourth five class days of the semester 25%

After the fourth five class days of the semester None

No part of tuition or fees is returned after the fourth five class days of the semester.

The following as set out by section 54.006 (b2) Texas School Law Bulletin (Education Code) determines the refunds for tuition and fees upon withdrawal from the University during any summer session:

Prior to the 1st class day of the session 100%*

During the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd class day of the session 80% During the 4th, 5th, or 6th class day of the session 50%

7th day of class of the session and thereafter None

The first class day is the date on which the semester actually begins and not the date of the individual's first class day.

*100% refund except for matriculation fee.

Students withdrawing from the University who are enrolled for classes that begin after the last day for refunds will receive no refund of tuition and fees for those classes.

Refunds for Classes Dropped

Charges for tuition and fees are based on the total semester credit hours for which the student is registered as of the twelfth class day during the fall and spring semesters and the total semester credit hours for which the student is registered as of the fourth class day during each summer term. Refunds will not be made for any class dropped after the twelfth class day during the fall and spring semesters or after the fourth class day during each summer term.

Student Services Fee

The following schedule indicates the charges based on semester credit hours:

For all students: $13.34 per semester credit hour

(Total fee not to exceed $93.38 per semester during the fall and spring semesters or summer III or $46.69 for summer I or summer II terms)

Medical Services Fee

The following schedule indicates the charges based on semester credit hours:

For all students: $3.45 per semester credit hour

(Total fee not to exceed $24.15 per semester during the fall and spring semesters or summer III or $12.08 for summer I or summer II terms)

Building Use Fee

The following charges based on semester credit hours are assessed to cover the building use fee:

For all students: $19.00 per semester credit hour

Student Centers Fee

A $20.00 student centers fee will be charged to all students who register during the fall, spring, or summer III semesters and a $10.00 fee will be charged to all students who register during a summer I or summer II term.

Housing and Meal Services

See separate bulletin available through the University Housing Director's office.

Course Fees

All courses will be assessed a minimum $3.00 per semester credit hour fee for course related costs. If expenses for a course are determined by the university to exceed $3.00, an additional amount will be assessed. The course fee may range from $3.00 to $200.00 per course.

Publication Fee

A $10.00 publication fee will be charged to all students who register during the fall, spring, or summer III semesters and a $5.00 publication fee will be charged to all students who register during the summer I and summer II terms.

Computer Fee

The following schedule indicates the charges based on semester credit hours:

fall, spring, summer III; $5.00 per semester credit hour with a $15.00 minimum and a $50.00 maximum per semester.

summer I and summer II; $5.00 per semester credit hour with a $7.50 minimum and a $25.00 maximum per term.

Liability Insurance

Students enrolled in the Institute of Health Sciences or in other programs requiring clinical experience must present evidence of adequate professional liability insurance coverage to the course instructor before being allowed to attend such classes. Evidence of adequate professional liability insurance coverage also is required of students enrolled in social work practicum courses and in certain other components. Students who expect to have a practicum in Exercise Science must obtain and retain acceptable personal liability insurance as a prerequisite to eligibility to take the practicum.

General Property Deposit

A deposit of $5.00 is collected as prescribed in Section 54.502, Texas School Law Bulletin (Education Code). This deposit is to insure the institution against losses, damages, and breakage in libraries and laboratories. Once the student has withdrawn or graduated, a request can be made to return the deposit less any loss, damage, or breakage caused by the student. Upon graduation, the deposit can be assigned to the National Alumnae Association where the money is applied toward membership dues. If the deposit is not redeemed within four years, it will be placed in the general scholarship fund.

Late Registration Fee

Students will be assessed a $20.00 fee for the first day of late registration and an additional $10.00 per day for each subsequent day.

Students enrolling in an off-campus course or workshop which has its first meeting after the last day of late registration will be allowed to register without penalty at that class meeting time, but they may not enroll at a later time without being assessed the late registration fee.

Graduate School Application Fee

A $25.00 non-refundable application fee will be assessed all students who apply for admission to the Graduate School.

Undergraduate Application Fee

A $25.00 non-refundable application fee will be assessed all students who apply for admission.

Admission Acceptance Fee

A $100.00 admission acceptance fee will be collected from students who apply for admission to pursue a Master's degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy or for an internship in Dietetics. If the student enrolls, the fee will be applied to tuition; if the student does not enroll, the fee will be forfeited.

Certification Processing Fees

The following certification processing charges will be assessed students who apply for certification under the stated plan:

Initial Certification Plan $25.00

Endorsement Plan 15.00

Addition of Field Specialization 15.00

Jamison Bill Plan 25.00

Formal Deficiency Plan(CRT P) 25.00

Drop/Add Fee

A $3.00 fee will be charged for dropping or adding a course when the drop/add is initiated by the student. There will be no charge for drops and adds that are departmentally initiated to balance teaching loads or close courses. A charge will be made for each class dropped and/or each class added.

Student Identification Card

A $2.00 fee to cover the cost of the student identification card is required of all students who register for each fall semester, spring semester, and summer term.

Replacement of Lost Meal Plan Card

A $10.00 fee is required of all students who apply for the replacement of a lost meal plan card.

Diploma and Graduation Fees

A candidate for graduation must pay fees for the diploma, academic regalia, and, if necessary, mailing of diploma. The University will make every effort to keep these fees at a minimum cost, but they may vary from time to time. To replace a previously issued diploma, an additional charge must be paid. Additional information may be obtained from the Registrar's office.

Textbooks and Supplies

The University operates a bookstore where students and faculty members may purchase textbooks and all school supplies. It is difficult to estimate the per-student cost of textbooks and supplies, since the figures vary considerably by level and subject matter area. The cost total will be affected by the proportion of used versus new textbooks purchased by students.

Explanation of the Fees Listed

The payment of tuition entitles the student to instruction in the various non-laboratory classes and use of the University Library.

The student service fee entitles students to a variety of services provided by University components or via contract from an outside provider. Components funded at least partially by student service fees are Career and Employment Services, Commuter Services and Campus Organizations, the Counseling Service, Disability Support Services, Intercollegiate Athletics, and the Wellness Center. The student service fee also enables students to attend special lectures, concerts, and dramatic presentations; to receive the university newspaper, the Lasso; to participate as members of the Student Government Association; and to use a variety of recreational facilities.

The medical services fee is used to provide medical services to students at the University.

The student centers fee finances the Office of the Director of the Student Center and the maintenance of the student center areas on each campus.

The computer fee is assessed to help to cover the cost of computer operations used for admissions, registration, student financial aid, computer labs, student work stations, and other student computer services.

The publication fee is used to defray the cost of publishing the University catalogs, schedules of classes, and other student-oriented University publications.

Options for Payment of Tuition and Fees

Each student is to select one of the following alternatives for the payment of tuition and fees during the fall and spring semesters:

1. full payment of tuition and fees in advance of the beginning of the semester; or

2. one-half payment of tuition and fees in advance of the beginning of the semester, one-quarter payment prior to the start of the sixth class week, and the final one-quarter payment before the beginning of the eleventh class week.

Incidental Fees for Students Using the Installment Plan

A charge of $7.50 per installment will be made as follows:

1. full payment of tuition and fees in advance of the beginning of the semester --no incidental fee charge; or

2. one-half payment of tuition and fees in advance of the beginning of the semester and separate one-quarter payments prior to the start of the sixth class week and the eleventh class week, an incidental fee charge of $15.00 payable at the time of registration.

Penalties for Payment Delinquencies

As provided by law, any student who fails to make full payment of tuition and all fees by the due date may be prohibited from registering for classes until full payment is made. In addition, the following charges apply:

A charge of $15.00 for delinquent payment. Any student who does not make installment payments by the above-stated due dates will be charged a delinquent fee of $15.00 for each payment that is delinquent.

The student will not receive course credit if full payment is not made prior to the end of the semester.

Bad Checks

A service fee will be levied on all returned checks if the bank is not at fault. Students giving TWU a bad check are subject to being dropped from the University unless they make such a check good within five working days after official notification by the Bursar's Office.