Fees and General Information
Educational expenses vary according to a student’s course of study, personal needs, and place of residence. All fees, charges, and costs quoted in this catalog are subject to change without notice. A survey tool is available for tuition and fee estimation at http://avcf.uark.edu/treaweb/tuition.asp.
Financial obligations to the University must be satisfied by the established deadlines. Payment may be made at the University Cashier’s Office in the lobby of Silas H. Hunt Hall by cash, personal check, money order, certified check, or VISA, MasterCard, or Discover credit cards. Payment may also be made via the World Wide Web. Acceptance of payment for fees does not imply academic acceptance to the University.
ESTIMATED NECESSARY EXPENSES PER SEMESTER
Estimates of necessary expenses for one semester of the 2005-2006 academic year for a typical graduate student taking 12 credit hours per semester at the
Graduate Resident
Tuition1 $3,078.24 ($256.52/hr)
University Fees (A) 317.64
COLG Fee (B) 108.48
SUBTOTAL $3,504.36
Room and Board (C) $3,182.50
TOTAL $6,686.86
Graduate Non-Resident
Tuition1 $7,282.20 ($606.85/hr)
University Fees (A) 317.64
COLG Fee (B) 108.48
SUBTOTAL $7,708.32
Room and Board (C) $3,182.50
TOTAL $10,890.82
(A) University fees comprise the following:
Health, physical education, and recreation fee................. $39.36
Student Health debt fee ..................................................... 10.20
(Calculated at $ .85/Credit Hour)
and the following student-initiated and student-approved fees:
Student Activity fee ........................................................... 10.20
(Calculated at $ .85/Credit Hour)
Student Health fee .............................................................. 76.80
(Calculated at $6.40/Credit Hour)
Associated Student Government Fee .................................7.20
(Calculated at $ .60/Credit Hour)
Media fee .............................................................................. 8.28
(Calculated at $ .69/Credit Hour)
Arkansas Union fee ........................................................... 30.84
(Calculated at $2.57/Credit Hour)
Fine Art Activity Fee............................................................ 3.24
(Calculated at $ .27/Credit Hour)
Technology fee ................................................................... 24.00
(Calculated at $2/Credit Hour)
Transit fee .......................................................................... 24.48
(Calculated at $2.04/Credit Hour)
Network Infrastructure and Data Systems Fee .................75.00
(Calculated at $6.25/Credit Hour)
Safe Ride Fee ........................................................................2.64
(Calculated at $ .22/Credit Hour)
Distinguished Lecture Fee ................................................... 5.40
(Calculated at $ .45/Credit Hour)
(B) Teaching Equipment and Laboratory Enhancement (COLG) fee.
This figure reflects the per credit hour graduate fee for the College of Arts and Sciences. To obtain the per credit hour graduate fee for all colleges, view the Tuition Rate Schedule by going to http://avcf.uark.edu/treaweb/tuition.asp and clicking on the rates chedule for the semester needed.
(C) Room and board average expense while living in a residence hall, double occupancy, with an unlimited meal plan. Actual room and board fees vary from $2,738 to $2,900 per semester.
Graduate students will receive $12,422 maintenance allowance which replaces room, board, personal and transportation allowances.
When paying tuition, room and board, and associated fees, anticipated financial aid for a current semester may be deducted when adequate documentation is provided to the University Cashier’s Office in Silas H. Hunt Hall. Adequate documentation includes, but is not limited to, award notices, guarantee notices, scholarship letters, and promissory notes.
Information regarding costs and other aspects of University life may be obtained by calling or writing the Office of Admissions, 200 Hunt Hall,
EXPLANATION OF FEES
Tuition Fees
Students classified as “in-state” for fee payment purposes are assessed tuition fees. Students classified as “out-of-state” for fee payment purposes are assessed additional tuition fees.
Official policies of the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees provide the basis for classifying students as either “in-state” or “out-of-state” for purposes of paying student fees. Board policies relating to residency status for fee payment purposes are included in Appendix A of this catalog. Out-of-state students who question their residency classification are encouraged to contact the Office of the Registrar for more information about residency classification review procedures.
Academic Year
Graduate students enrolling in 12 hours are assessed tuition fees of $3,078.24 each semester. Students with out-of-state residency status are assessed additional tuition fees of $4,203.96. Students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business 5000-level courses are charged differential tuition at $76.96 per credit hour more than standard graduate in-state tuition and $132.90 for students with out-of-state residency. Graduate students are charged per hour of enrollment with no maximums.
Summer Sessions
Graduate students are assessed tuition fees of $256.52 per credit hour. Graduate students with out-of-state residency status are assessed additional tuition fees of $350.33 per credit hour. Students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business 5000-level courses are charged differential tuition at $76.96 per credit hour more than standard graduate in-state tuition and $132.90 for students with out-of-state residency. Graduate students are charged per hour of enrollment with no maximums.
Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Fee
This is a Board of Trustees mandated fee supporting various physical education activities including intramural programs. Students are allowed access to gyms, the pool, fitness center, sauna, racquetball courts, and the indoor track.
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $3.28 per credit hour.
Student Activity Fee - University Programs
University Programs is funded by the student activity fee. Students are admitted free to numerous programs presented throughout the year, except major, promoted concerts.
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $ .85 per credit hour for the student activity fee.
Associated Student Government Fee - All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $ .60 per credit hour. These funds are allocated to registered student organizations.
Student Health Fee
The student health fee covers the cost of office visits by physicians, registered nurses, and other health professionals, medical evaluations, women’s health visits, and counseling and psychological service visits. Other services covered by the health fee include health promotion and education and 24-hour emergency care for counseling and psychological needs.
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed a $6.40 per credit hour student health fee.
Student Health Debt Fee
The student health debt fee is charged to pay the debt service for the construction of the new
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $ .85 per credit hour for the student health debt fee.
Media Fee
The University’s student publications, specifically the Arkansas Traveler newspaper and the Razorback yearbook, are partially funded by the media fee. Students reserving a copy are provided with a Razorback yearbook.
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall and spring semesters, students are assessed $ .69 per credit hour.
The Arkansas Union fills the role of the community center of the campus. This fee supports the renovation, expansion, and partial operational costs of the
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed a fee of $2.57 per credit hour.
Fine Arts Activity Fee
This fee supports cultural events free of charge, or with minimal charge, to students. These events include presentations in music, theater, drama, opera, visual arts, creative writing (poetry and fiction), and public speaking. Most of the events are held on campus or at the
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $ .27 per credit hour.
Technology Fee
This fee provides improvements in computer access for students: increasing dial-up ports, network access, lab support, training programs, and improvements in computing facilities.
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed a fee of $2 per credit hour.
Transit Fee
The transit fee helps fund the Razorback Bus Transit System, which services the campus and neighboring community year round.
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $2.04 per credit hour.
Network Infrastructure and Data Systems Fee
The network infrastructure and data systems fee provides support for the development and operation of the campus network, including electronic equipment, servers with software and cabling. The network systems serve computer labs, academic and administrative buildings, residence halls, and off-campus access facilities. Data systems will enable Web-based access to the University’s information systems for students, faculty, and staff. It also provides support for upgrades and replacement of the student information system.
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed a fee of $6.25 per credit hour.
Safe Ride Fee
The Associated Student Government has initiated a fee that generates necessary funds for the Safe Ride Program, which is a safety-oriented program available during the fall and spring semesters. The program provides a free ride home (within
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $ .22 per credit hour for the safe ride fee.
Distinguished Lecture Fee
The Distinguished Lecture fee specifically pays for two speakers, one in the spring semester and one in the fall semester. Speakers represent two groups: 1) Arts and Entertainment Industry and 2) World Leader or Newsmaker. One speaker from each group is invited each year. Speakers are chosen by the Distinguished Lectures Committee, which is represented by students, staff, and faculty. Contact ASG for information on how to become a member of the committee. The lectures or presentations are free to students via the fee.
All Academic Semesters
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, students are assessed $ .45 per credit hour for the distinguished lecture fee.
Teaching Equipment and Lab Enhancement Fees (COLG)
These fees provide and maintain state-of-the-art classroom equipment and instructional laboratory equipment. These fees vary, based upon the student’s college of enrollment.
During the regular fall, spring, and summer academic semesters, these fees are assessed on a per credit hour basis.
Per Credit
College or School Hour Fee
Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences,
Architecture, School of................................................................. 15.28
Arts and Sciences,
Business,
Education and Health Professions, College of................................ 6.77
Engineering, College of.................................................................. 28.50
SPECIAL COURSE AND PROGRAM FEES
Fifth-year student internship fee............................... $65.00/semester
(Education majors only)
Special Education Practicum....................................................... 25.00
(SPED 532V)
Other Fees
Graduate application for admission fee....................................... 40.00
Late payment fee:
On the fifth day of classes if balance has not been paid........ 50.00
December 1, May 1, and July 31
for fall, spring, and summer,
if payment has not been made 50.00
International student (nonimmigrant) application fee................. 50.00
International student service fee per semester............................ 55.00
Mandatory international student health insurance per year..... 810.00
Transcript Fee
Official Copy........................................................................... 5.00
Unofficial Copy....................................................................... 2.00
Graduation Fee for master’s or specialist degree...................... 75.00
Graduation Fee for doctoral degree and Ed.D.
Fall 2004................................................................................ 85.00
Spring/Summer 2005 ............................................................. 85.00
Renewal of Graduation Status Fee................................................ 5.00
Parking Permit (per vehicle)
On campus............................................................................. 57.75
Off campus............................................................................ 38.85
Installment Payment Plan Fee..................................................... 25.00
Returned Check Fee.................................................................... 25.80
I.D. Card fee
First card ............................................................................... 20.00
Each replacement card .......................................................... 18.00
Residence Hall application fee for new students...................... 35.00
Withdrawal from University Fee................................................ 45.00
TESTING FEES
All student testing fees will be based upon the actual cost of the test to be administered plus a standard handling charge not to exceed $15.00 to be added to the University’s cost for each individual test administered.
FEE ADJUSTMENTS
Academic Year
Students who officially withdraw (dropping ALL classes that have not been completed up to that time) from the
100% adjustment of tuition and fees before the first day of the semester
90% adjustment of tuition and fees through the first 10% of days in the semester
80% adjustment of tuition and fees through the second 10% of days in the semester
70% adjustment of tuition and fees through the third 10% of days in the semester
60% adjustment of tuition and fees through the fourth 10% of days in the semester
50% adjustment of tuition and fees through the fifth 10% of days in the semester
40% adjustment of tuition and fees through the sixth 10% of days in the semester
Summer Sessions
Students who officially withdraw from a summer session or who drop classes in the summer receive cancellations of fees as follows:
100% adjustment before the first day of the session
90% adjustment of tuition and fees through the first 10% of days in the session
80% adjustment of tuition and fees through the second 10% of days in the session
70% adjustment of tuition and fees through the third 10% of days in the session
60% adjustment of tuition and fees through the fourth 10% of days in the session
50% adjustment of tuition and fees through the fifth 10% of days in the session
40% adjustment of tuition and fees through the sixth 10% of days in the session
Billing Statements
Students who pre-register for a semester will be mailed an invoice approximately three weeks prior to the first day of classes. Invoices will be mailed to the student’s permanent address unless a separate billing address has been filed with the Treasurer’s Office.
It is the responsibility of the student to ensure a correct billing address on the Student Information System. The late fee will not be waived because an invoice was not received.
Late Fees
Students who register for the fall 2005 and spring 2006 semesters are required to pay all registration-related fees and housing charges by the posted payment deadline. Students who fail to pay all registration fees and housing charges or execute an installment payment plan by the deadline may be assessed a late payment fee equal to the outstanding balance, not to exceed $50.00.
Any student with an outstanding balance, to include registration-related fees and/or housing charges, by the last payment deadline will be assessed a late payment fee equal to the outstanding balance, not to exceed $50.00.
Disbursement of Refund Checks
Disbursement of refund checks due to overpayments by scholarships, loans, and/or grants will be mailed approximately one week prior to the start of classes. Checks will be mailed to the student’s permanent address unless a check address has been established with the student accounts office.
Addresses
Students may create a billing address, which will be used specifically for billing statements, and a check address, which will be used specifically for overpayment checks. These addresses may be created in addition to the local and permanent addresses. If a billing or check address is not created, the default address will be the permanent address. The student may pick up an address form in the Student Accounts Office, Hunt Hall 101, or may change their address on the Web.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Registration (in-state tuition) fees and Non-Resident Tuition for Graduate Assistants
Registration Fee. Any graduate student appointed to the position of Graduate Assistant whose appointment is equal to or greater than 50 percent may be granted registration fees in addition to the stipend.
Non-Resident Tuition. Any graduate student appointed to the position of Graduate Assistant whose percent appointment is equal to or greater than 25 percent shall, in addition to any stipend, be treated as an in-state student for tuition and fee purposes for the semester that they are on appointment.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate assistantships are available for qualified students in numerous fields and must be obtained from the department in which the student is majoring or another appropriate unit. Recipients of these appointments are expected to carry a limited program of graduate studies. Graduate students appointed to the position of graduate assistant whose appointment is equal to or greater than 25 percent shall, in addition to any stipend, be classified as an in-state student for tuition and fee purposes only. In addition, in-state registration (tuition) fees may be paid for appointees of 50 percent or more although tuition is normally not paid for audited courses. Successful applicants must have good academic records, adequate preparation for graduate study in their major field, regular admission to the
Graduate students on 50 percent appointment must be enrolled in a minimum of six hours of graduate credit during the academic year and a minimum of three hours during the summer. For the full policy, see the Graduate School Handbook, available on the Graduate School Web site at http://www.uark.edu/grad.
Application forms may be obtained from the Dean of the
Information on other financial aid (loans and employment) can be obtained at the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid in Hunt Hall.
Exceptionally promising new entrants to doctoral programs may be nominated at the time of application for University Doctoral Fellowships. These Fellowships are awarded competitively, and the stipend may be held in addition to a graduate assistantship.
Students on academic probation who have been in residence at UA Fayetteville for two or more semesters will not be allowed to receive a doctoral fellowship.
The Benjamin Franklin Lever Fellowship is designed to provide financial assistance to graduate students from under-represented groups and to provide a means by which the University can achieve greater diversity in the student body. To accomplish these purposes, the program grants fellowships to qualified under-represented students who enroll in an on-campus program at the
Contact the
Eligibility for Continuing Financial Aid
Graduate students are eligible for continuing financial aid through the Office of Financial Aid (e.g., student loans) if:
1. the student completes, with grades of “C” or better, 67 percent of graduate courses attempted at the University, and
2. the student has not yet completed more than 150 percent of the graduate credits required for his/her degree.
Students wishing to continue receiving financial aid who do not meet these requirements will petition the Student Aid Committee.
Academic Probation Policy for Graduate Students
Whenever a regularly admitted graduate student earns a cumulative grade-point average below 2.85 on graded course work taken in residence for graduate credit, he/she will be warned of the possibility of academic dismissal. When a graduate student has accumulated a minimum of 15 hours of graded course work taken in residence for graduate credit with a cumulative grade-point average below 2.85 and has received at least one warning, he/she will be academically dismissed from the Graduate School. This policy is effective with students entering the Graduate School in Fall 2002, or later. For the policy in effect before this time, contact the Graduate School.
Graduate teaching and research assistants and students on Lever, Doctoral, Walton, or Chancellor fellowships must maintain a CGPA of at least 2.85 on all course work taken for graduate credit. If a student’s CGPA falls below 2.85 on six or more hours of graduate work (one full-time semester), notification will be sent to the student and his/her department. If the CGPA is below 2.85 at the end of the next major semester (fall or spring), the department will not be allowed to appoint the student to an assistantship until such time as his/her CGPA has been raised to the required level.
Veteran Benefits
The University of Arkansas is approved by the Arkansas Department of Education for veterans and veterans’ beneficiaries who are working toward a degree. Veterans of recent military service, service members, members of reserve units, and the dependents of certain other servicemen may be entitled to educational assistance payments under the following programs: Title 38, Chapter 30, Montgomery GI Bill for Veterans; Title 38, Chapter 32, Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP); Title 38, Chapter 35, Survivors and Dependents Education; and Title 10, Chapter 106, Montgomery GI Bill for Selective Reserves.
All students must be working toward a degree and should follow the curriculum outline for their objectives since only specific courses may be applied toward VA certification and graduation. Persons eligible for educational benefits should contact the Office of the Registrar for information.
WAIVER OF TUITION AND FEES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
Students who are 60 years of age or older and show proper proof of age may have tuition and fees waived. This waiver is limited to credit courses. Admission and enrollment under these conditions is open only on a “space available” basis in existing classes. Enrollment during Priority Registration periods is not allowed.
ROOM AND BOARD
University Housing (Rates are subject to change)
Housing for married students, students with family status, nontraditional, graduate, and law students is limited and requires early application. Carlson Terrace two-bedroom unfurnished units with utilities paid cost $445 per month.
Summer rates for room and board in University residence halls with unlimited meal plans for 2006 summer sessions are $22.74 per day for single-occupancy rooms. Charges start on the requested move-in day and run through the date of check-out. Contact University Housing for information on meal plans (479) 575-3951.
Specific questions concerning on-campus living may be directed to Residence Life and Dining Services (479) 575-3951. Specific questions concerning sorority and fraternity living may be directed to the Office of Greek Affairs (479) 575-4001.
Off-Campus Housing
Students eligible to live off campus may contact local real estate offices for rental information and availability.
OTHER GENERAL FEE INFORMATION
Checks tendered to the University are deposited immediately. The University does not accept postdated checks. Checks returned for “insufficient funds” (NSF checks) are generally presented for payment only once. Each check returned by a bank for any reason will be assessed a returned check fee. The University may, at its discretion, verify available bank funds for any checks written for payment of indebtedness before accepting a check.
The University of Arkansas reserves the right to withhold transcripts or priority registration privileges, to refuse registration, and to withhold diplomas for students or former students who have not fulfilled their financial obligations to the University. These services may also be denied students or former students who fail to comply with the rules governing the audit of student organization accounts or to return property entrusted to them.
Requests for exceptions to University’s fees, charges, and refund policies must be made in writing. Instructions for submitting requests for exceptions to the various fees, charges, and refund policies of the University may be obtained as follows:
• For residence life and dining services fees, charges, and refund policies contact Residence Life and Dining, Attention: Assistant
• For parking services fees, charges, and refund policies contact: Parking and Transit, Administrative Services Building, 155 Razorback Road.
• For all other fees, charges, and refunds, contact the Treasurer’s Office at 215 Administration Building, Attention: Treasurer.
Students receiving financial aid are strongly encouraged to have sufficient personal funds available to purchase books and to meet necessary expenses for at least one month at the start of school as some aid funds may not be available for disbursement.
Students are allowed to have automobiles at the University, although parking is quite limited. There is a parking permit and registration fee for each vehicle, varying in cost depending upon the parking option selected.