GENERAL REGULATIONS ON TUITION AND FEES
BAD CHECK AND DELINQUENT ACCOUNT POLICY
General
Regulations on Tuition and Fees
The majority of the operating
budget of Clayton State University comes from appropriations
passed by the Georgia General Assembly and allocated to the institution by the
Board of Regents. Other sources of funds include student
tuition, fees, contracts, gifts, and grants, including those from the Georgia
Department of Technical and Adult Education.
Semester fees are payable on or before
registration payment deadlines as published for each semester.
A student’s registration process is not complete until payment is made
in full. It is the student's
responsibility to see that his or her tuition and fees are paid even if the
funds are provided by financial aid, scholarship, or some other source.
Checks should be made payable to
Clayton State University for the exact amount of the required
fees. During the normal registration period, the University accepts
payment online or in person by VISA, American Express, and MasterCard subject to
validation and approval. (Discover Card
is accepted in person but as of publication date, Discover is not accepted
online.) Payment of fees may not be deferred.
All fees are due and payable upon registration.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
·
The
charges listed in this chapter were accurate as of press time, but according to
the Board of Regents' policy, "All
tuition charges...or other charges are subject to change at the end of any
academic term." For up-to date
information refer to the Semester Schedule of Classes (on paper or online www.clayton.edu).
· For fee payment and refund purposes, the first class day of the semester is defined as the first day of the semester for weekday classes as listed in the Schedule of Classes regardless of when the first meeting of any given section of class is actually held.
Required
Tuition and Fees 2002-2003
TUITION
In-State Tuition |
$1005.00 per semester for a
student taking 12 semester credit hours or more (full time), or $84.00 per semester hour
for fewer than 12 credit hours. |
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Out-of-State Tuition (Non-Residents of Georgia*) |
$4020.00 per semester for a
student taking 12 semester credit hours or more (full time), or $335.00 per semester hour
for fewer than 12 credit hours. |
*Determination of residency for the purpose of tuition is established at the
time of admission. See the Admissions Information chapter for official
policy on state of
residence.
Other Per Semester Fees Required of ALL Students
a. Student
Activities Fee. A $41.00 per semester fee will be charged for student
activities.
b. Athletic
Fee. A $104.00 per semester fee will be charged to support intercollegiate
athletics.
c. Parking
Fee. A $15.00 per semester fee will be charged for operation of parking
services.
d. Universal
Card Access Fee. A $15.00 per semester fee will be charged for services
associated with the universal card (LINX).
e. Information
Technology Fee.
A $38.00 per semester fee will be charged
for infrastructure and services relate to information technology.
Other Fees – Required for Certain Courses Only
a. Telecourse
Fee. A $20.00 fee will be charged students who enroll in designated
telecourses (non-refundable once classes begin).
b.
Wellness Course Fees. A $35.00 fee will be charged
for individual assessment and orientation and materials for the first semester
that a student enrolls in PHED 1010. For subsequent semesters of enrollment in
PHED 1020, 1030, and 1040, a $20.00 fee will be charged for supplies, etc.
(non-refundable once classes begin).
c.
Health Sciences Lab. A $35.00 fee will be charged
for designated clinical courses to defray costs for immunizations and other
health screening services administered through the nurse-managed clinic
(non-refundable once classes begin).
d.
Natural Sciences Laboratory
Fee. A $20.00 fee will be
charged for each laboratory science course to defray the costs for laboratory
supplies, equipment, maintenance, calibration, and breakage (non-refundable
once classes begin).
e.
Applied Music Fee. A $20.00 fee will be charged to students who
enroll in applied music courses: MUSC 1500, 2400, 2500, 3500, 4400, 4500
(non-refundable once classes begin).
Other Required Fees – One-time fees and late fees.
a. Application Fee. A $20.00 fee will be charged for application
processing expenses (non-refundable).
b. Orientation Fee. A student attending an orientation session may be
charged a one-time fee at the time of reservation. The fee amount varies with the type of session the student
chooses to attend.
c. Enrollment Services Fee. A one‑time $15.00 fee will be
charged for diploma, graduation, and transcript expenses (non-refundable).
d. Late Registration Fee. Any student who registers and pays fees once
classes have begun for a semester will be charged a late registration fee of
$25.00 (non-refundable).
e. Returned Check Fee. A $15
fee will be charged for all returned checks (non-refundable).
Books, Software, and Other
Course-Related Costs
Textbooks, software, and other materials or expenses required
for courses at Clayton State University are the responsibility of
the individual student. Textbooks and
other course materials are sold at the Campus Store and may also be available
from off-campus sources.
Materials may be ordered online from Clayton State University's e-Store, www.Clayton State Universityestore.com. The cost of course materials varies with the
course of study the student pursues; however, the typical full‑time
student may expect to spend between $250 and $450 each semester for course
materials.
Notebook Computer Requirement
Clayton State University requires each student to have ready
and regular access to a notebook computer that meets the specifications for the
student's major program. This may
involve purchase or lease of a computer if the student does not already have
access to an acceptable machine. See Chapter
4 for details.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
For information on financial aid and scholarship programs
available at Clayton State University, refer to the Financial Aid
chapter of this catalog.
Even though a student may be receiving financial aid (including
loans) or scholarship funds administered by Clayton State, it is the student’s
personal responsibility to make sure that such funds are applied to his or her
account. If funds are not properly
credited, the student’s class registration is subject to cancellation for
non-payment.
It is imperative that students receiving financial aid or
scholarships carefully follow all official policies and procedures published in
the Semester Schedule of Classes and included in communications from the Office
of Financial Aid and the Bursar's Office.
Nursing and Dental Hygiene Expenses
A student enrolling in a program in Nursing or Dental Hygiene
should expect additional expenses for uniforms, graduation pins, immunizations,
and liability insurance. In the case of Dental Hygiene students, there are
costs for instruments. A list of such
costs is available from the School of Health Sciences.
Auditor Fees
A student who wishes to audit a course will be charged the same
fees as a student taking the course for credit. Requirements for auditing are published in the chapters on
Admissions and Academic Information.
Students 62 Or Older (Senior Citizens)
When space is available students 62 years of age or older may
attend Clayton State University without payment of fees, except
for supplies and laboratory or shop fees.
Other requirements are included in the Admissions Information chapter.
Regents’ Tuition Remission and Reimbursement Policy
Full-time employees of the Board of Regents of the University
System of Georgia who are eligible to participate in the Tuition Remission and
Reimbursement program should contact the office of Personnel Services for
complete information. Clayton State University participates fully in this program.
Continuing Education Course Fees
Continuing Education Courses are offered each semester by the Office of Continuing Education. Academic credit is not awarded for Continuing Education courses. Fees and refund policies for these courses are listed in brochures published by that office.
Refunds are granted only in limited cases as explained
below. All refunds will be issued in
the name of the student and by check only. If tuition and fees have been paid
by federal or state funds, the refund will be made first to the issuing
agency. Important Note: No refunds will be issued until all checks written
to the institution have been authorized for payment by the appropriate
financial institution. See the Academic
Information chapter and the Semester Schedule of Classes for information,
policies, and procedures on registration, late registration, drop/add (schedule
change), and withdrawal. Any changes in
policies will be published in the Semester Schedule of Classes.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For fee payment and refund purposes, the first class day of the
semester is defined as the first day of the semester for weekday classes as
listed in the Schedule of Classes regardless of when the first meeting of any
given section of class is actually held.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
No refunds will be issued
until all University-owned equipment checked out to the student has been
returned in satisfactory condition.
1. Refunds for cancellation of
registration or reduction in hours prior to the first class day of the semester. Any student who has
registered and paid will receive a full or proportional refund of fees paid
(except for those identified above as non-refundable) if the student formally
cancels his or her registration or reduces the number of hours taken prior to
the first class day of the semester.
(There is no refund for reduction of hours if the student remains
enrolled in 12 or more hours since tuition caps at 12 hours.)
2. Refunds
for reduction in hours during the official Late Registration/Drop-Add period. If the drop-add process results in a reduction of hours, the
student’s billing for tuition and fees will be adjusted up or down to reflect
the hours for which he or she is registered at the end of the Drop-Add period,
and a refund will be issued if appropriate. If the student’s registration
remains at 12 or more hours, no refund will be issued since matriculation fees
cap at 12 hours. Consult the Semester
Schedule of Classes for additional details and procedures concerning refunds.
Please remember that certain fees are non-refundable.
Important note: Students who are receiving financial aid (including loans) must be
aware that a reduction in hours during the drop-add period may affect the
amount of their financial aid award. Since the financial aid award may be
reduced, it is possible that a reduction in hours may actually increase the
amount of out-of-pocket funds that the student owes to Clayton State University. Students should
carefully consider the financial aid implications of drop-add transactions that
result in a reduction of hours.
Students with questions should contact the Office of Financial Aid.
3. After the end of the drop-add period, no refunds are issued for reduction in hours if the student remains enrolled in any course. After this point, refunds are issued only for complete withdrawal in accordance with Official Board of Regents' Policy as follows: “The refund amount for students withdrawing from the institution shall be based on a pro rata percentage determined by dividing the number of calendar days in the semester that the student completed by the total calendar days in the semester. The total calendar days in a semester includes weekends, but excludes scheduled breaks of five or more days and days that a student was on an approved leave of absence. The unearned portion shall be refunded up to the point in time that the amount earned equals 60%. Students that withdraw from the institution when the calculated percentage of completion is greater than 60% are not entitled to a refund of any portion of institutional charges.”
Specific implementation details are published each semester in the Schedule of Classes.
Important Note: Students who withdraw from classes due to accident or illness are subject to the above refund percentages and deadlines regardless of how serious the medical situation may be. (See the Academic Information chapter for withdrawal policies.)
DEATH AND MILITARY REFUNDS
A refund of all tuition and fees (except those specifically
identified as non-refundable) shall be made in the event of the death of a
student at any time during an academic semester. (Contact the Registrar’s
Office for details.)
Military students are entitled to a full refund of tuition and fees paid for a semester of enrollment in the following cases: (1) students who are members of the Georgia National Guard or other reserve components of the Armed Forces who receive emergency orders to active military duty, and (2) military personnel on active duty in the Armed Forces who, before the end of their present station assignment, receive emergency orders for a temporary or permanent change of duty location. (Contact the Registrar’s Office for details.)
BAD CHECK AND DELINQUENT ACCOUNT POLICY
If a financial institution declines payment of a personal check
tendered by a student and returns it to the University, the student will be
charged $15.00. If a student check used for payment of registration fees is
returned, the student will be assessed a late registration fee in addition to the
service charge. A stop payment of a check does not constitute a formal
withdrawal from the University or cancellation of registration and is
considered a returned check. Students who do not clear their financial
obligations by the indicated deadlines will have their registrations cancelled.
Official transcripts of credit will not be issued for students whose accounts
in the Bursar’s Office are held to be delinquent. If necessary, legal action will be initiated by the University for the
collection of debts.