Estimates of necessary expenses for one semester of the 2008-2009 academic year for a typical graduate student taking 12 credit hours per semester at the University of Arkansas:

	Graduate Resident	Graduate Non-Resident
Tuition1	$3,536.16 ($294.68/hr)	$8,365.68 ($697.14/hr)
University Fees2	$412.08	$412.08
COLG Fee3	$122.28	$122.28
SUBTOTAL	$4,070.52	$8,900.04
Room and Board4	$3,711.00	$3,711.00
TOTAL	$7,781.52	$12,611.04

When paying tuition, room and board, and associated fees, anticipated financial aid for a current semester may be deducted when it is listed as anticipated aid on ISIS.

The latest information regarding costs and other aspects of University life may be obtained by calling or writing the Office of Admissions, 200 Hunt Hall, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701. In Arkansas call 1-800-377-8632; from outside of Arkansas call (479) 575-5346.

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1. Students enrolled in College of Business courses are charged differential tuition at $88.41 per credit hour more than standard graduate, in-state tuition.
2. University fees include the following:

   Health, physical education and recreation fee $3.28/credit hour	39.36
   Student Health Center debt fee $0.87/credit hour	10.44
   Enhanced Learning Center $0.37/credit hour	4.44
   and the following student-initiated and student-approved fees:
   Student Activity fee $0.91/credit hour	10.92
   Student Health fee, calculated at $7.11/credit hour	85.32
   Associated Student Government fee $0.69/credit hour	8.28
   Media fee $0.69/credit hour	8.28
   Arkansas Union fee, calculated at $3.14/credit hour	37.68
   Fine Arts Activity fee $0.27/credit hour	3.24
   Technology fees are calculated at $2.24/credit hour	26.88
   Transit fee $2.41/credit hour	28.92
   Network Infrastructure and Data Systems fee ($8.84/credit hour)	106.08
   Safe Ride fee $0.22/credit hour	2.64
   Distinguished Lecture fee $.045/credit hour	5.40
   Student Readership fee $0.30/credit hour	3.60
   Facilities Fee, calculated at $2.00/credit hour	24.00
   Concert Fee $0.55/credit hour	6.60

3. Teaching Equipment and Laboratory Enhancement (TELE) 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.
4. Weighted average expenses for living in a residence hall, double occupancy, with an unlimited meal plan. Actual room and board fees vary from $3,214.00 to $4,437.00 per semester.

Tuition Fees

Students classified as “in-state” for fee payment purposes are assessed tuition. Students classified as “out-of-state” for fee payment purposes are assessed additional non-resident tuition.

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, 146 Silas H. Hunt Hall, for more information about residency classification review procedures.

Academic Year

Graduate students enrolling in 12 hours are assessed tuition fees of $3,536.16 each semester. Students with out-of-state residency status are assessed additional non-resident tuition of $4,829.52. Students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business 5000-level courses are charged differential tuition at $88.41 per credit hour more than standard graduate in-state tuition and $209.14 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 $294.68 per credit hour. Graduate students with out-of-state residency status are assessed additional non-resident tuition of $402.46 per credit hour. Students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business 5000-level courses are charged differential tuition at $88.41 per credit hour more than standard graduate in-state tuition and $209.14 for students with out-of-state residency. Graduate students are charged per hour of enrollment with no maximums.

Arkansas Union Fee — $3.14 per credit hour

Supports the renovation, expansion, and partial operational costs of the Union.

Distinguished Lecture Fee — $0.45 per credit hour

Pays for two speakers, one in the spring semester and one in the fall. Speakers represent 1) Arts and Entertainment Industry or 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.

Enhanced Learning Center — $1.00 per credit hour

Provides academic support, including individual and group tutoring and study skills workshops.

Facilities Fee — $2.00 per credit hour

Provides support dedicated specifically to campus facilities needs, including major projects and deferred maintenance.

Fine Arts Activity Fee — $.027 per credit hour

Supports cultural events free of charge, or with minimal charge, to students. Events include presentations in music, theater, drama, opera, visual arts, creative writing, and public speaking. Most are held on campus or at the Walton Arts Center. Fulbright College allocates the proceeds of the fee to support cultural programming.

Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Fee —$3.28 per credit hour

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.

Headliner Concerts Fee — $0.55 per credit hour

Allows two major concerts, free to University of Arkansas students, each academic year.

Media Fee — $0.69 per credit hour

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.

Network Infrastructure and Data Systems Fee — $8.84 per credit hour

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. Also provides support for upgrades and replacement of the student information system.

Razorback Readership Fee — $0.30 per credit hour

Provides national and local newspapers on campus, free for students.

Safe Ride Fee — $0.22 per credit hour

Safe Ride: Operates the Associated Student Government’s Safe-Ride Program, offering UA stu-dents (within the Fayetteville city limits) a free ride home Wednesday through Saturday, 10:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. This fee also funds the Night Owl Services on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 10 p.m. to midnight. See the Safe Ride Web site for more information at asg.uark.edu.

Student Activity Fee (University Programs) — $0.91 per credit hour

Funds University Programs. Students are admitted free to numerous programs presented throughout the year, except for major, promoted concerts.

Student Activity Fee (Associated Student Government Fee) — $0.69 per credit hour

Allocated to registered student organizations.

Student Health Debt Fee — $0.87 per credit hour

Pays the debt service for the construction of the new Student Health Center.

Student Health Fee — $7.11 per credit hour

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.

Technology Fee — $2.24 per credit hour

Provides improvements in computer access for students: increasing dial-up ports, network access, lab support, training programs, and improvements in computing facilities.

Transit Fee — $2.41 per credit hour

Helps fund the Razorback Bus Transit System, which services the campus and neighboring community year round.

Fees are assessed each academic semester for which the student is enrolled: fall, spring, and summer.

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 (see below).

Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food & Life Sciences:  $10.17

Fay Jones School of Architecture:  $18.36

Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences:  $10.19

Walton College of Business:  $20.29

College of Education & Health Professions: $7.26

Collge of Engineering:  $32.12

Some programs have specific fees connected to specific services required.

Program and Service Specific Fees
English Language Placement Test (ELPT)	$10
Graduation fees:    Master's Degree and Education Specialist    Master's Thesis    Ph.D. and Ed.D. Degree    Reapplication for Graduation	$30 $45 $85 $5
I.D. Card    First Card    Each replacement card	$22 $18
Returned Check Fee	$25
Installment Payment Plan	$25
International student (non-immigrant) application fee	$50
International student per semester service fee (non-immigrants)	$75.75
Late payment:    On fifth day of classes if balance has not been paid	$50
Additional fee at Nov. 30, April 30, and July 31 for fall, spring, and summer, respectively, if payment has not been made	$50
Mandatory international student health insurance	$1030/year
Graduate Application Fee	$40
Infant Development Center for UA Student Families: (40 hours per week)    Materials per semester    Infants and Toddlers per week	$25 $200
Parking Permit (per vehicle)    Remote    Student    Resident Reserved    Parking Garage Reserved    Motorcycle    Scooter	$45.07 $67.01 $434.42 $592.14 $45.07 $6.10
Residence Hall nonrefundable application fee (new students only)	$35
Test Handling Fee	$15
Transcript Fee — Official Copy	$5
Miller Ananlogies Test (MAT)	$70
Withdrawal from the University fee	$45

College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences
Fifth-year Internship Fee (M.A.T.)	$100/semester
College of Arts and Sciences
Fifth-year Internship Fee (M.A.T.) ARED 476V, MUED 451V	$100/semester
College of Education and Health Professions
Counseling Practicum Fee CNED 5343, CNED 6711	$25/credit hour
Counseling Internship Fee CNED 574V, CNED 674V Section 1	$25/credit hour
Fifth-year Internship Fee (M.A.T.) CIED 508V, CIED 514V, CIED 528V, PHED 507V, VOED 5004, VOED 5016	$100/semester
Internship for Communication Disorders CDIS 578V	$100/semester
Internship Program in Education Administration EDAD 574V, EDAD 674V	$25/semester
Off-Campus Practicum: Public School Site CDIS 548V	$50/semester
Special Education Lab, Practicum CIED 532V	$25/credit hour

Academic Semesters and Summer Sessions

Students who officially withdraw (dropping ALL classes that have not been completed up to that time) from the University of Arkansas during the regular fall or spring semesters receive a cancellation of fees (see chart below), less an Administrative Withdrawal fee of $45. Students who officially withdraw from a summer session or who drop classes in the summer also receive a cancellation of fees (see chart below).

Adjustments of Tuition and Fees
Adjustment	If Withdrawn
100%	before the first day of the semester/session
90%	through the first 10% of days in the semester/session
80%	through the second 10% of days in the semester/session
70%	through the third 10% of days in the semester/session
60%	through the fourth 10% of days in the semester/session
50%	through the fifth 10% of days in the semester/session
40%	through the sixth 10% of days in the semester/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 established on ISIS.

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure a correct billing address on the Student Information System (See Addresses, below). The late fee will not be waived because an invoice was not received.

Late Fees

Students who register for the fall 2008 and spring 2009 semesters are required to pay all charges by the posted payment deadline. Students who fail to pay all charges or who fail to 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 an additional 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 five (5) days prior to the start of classes. Checks will be mailed to the student’s permanent address unless a check address has been established on ISIS.

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 change their address on the ISIS Web site in the Student Center.

When a student or student’s spouse is activated for full-time military service during a time of national crisis and is required to cease attending the University of Arkansas without completing and receiving a grade in one (1) or more courses, they shall receive compensation for the resulting monetary loss as provided by Fayetteville Policy 504.2. To be eligible for the compensation, the student must provide, prior to activation or deployment for military service, an original or official copy of the military activation or deployment orders to the Registrar. A student whose spouse is a service member shall provide proof of registration with the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) of the Department of the Defense that establishes that dependent children reside in the household of the student and the service member. Upon leaving the University of Arkansas because of active duty or deployment, the student may choose one of three compensatory options. The student may officially withdraw and receive full adjustment and refund of tuition and nonconsumable fees for the term involved; the student can remain enrolled and arrange for a mark of “Incomplete” for each class and finish the courses twelve (12) months after deactivation; or the student may receive free tuition and fees for one (1) semester after deactivation. For more detailed information, refer to Fayetteville Policy 504.2.

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 School, and must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.85 on all work taken for graduate credit. See probation policy below.

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.

Master’s students may hold a graduate assistantship for no more than four major semesters; a doctoral student may hold a graduate assistantship for no more than eight major semesters; a student who enters a doctoral program with only a baccalaureate degree may hold a graduate assistantship for no more than ten major semesters. The department/program may petition the Graduate School for an extension to these time limits, on a case by case basis.

Application forms may be obtained from the Dean of the Graduate School or from the head or chair of the department in which the student seeks to do his/her major work.

Information on other financial aid (loans and employment) can be obtained at the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid in Hunt Hall.

Graduate School Fellowships

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 University of Arkansas, Fayetteville campus. Information about applying for the Lever Fellowship will be distributed to qualified applicants before each semester.

Contact the Graduate School, 119 Ozark Hall, (479) 575-4401, for further information about the University Doctoral and the Benjamin Franklin Lever Fellowships.

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 mini-mum 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, 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 students 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.

Arkansas residents who are 60 years of age or older and show proper proof of age may choose to have tuition and fees waived under the senior citizen waiver of fees. Admission and enrollment under these conditions is open only on a “space available” basis in existing classes and students choosing to use this waiver may not register until just prior to the beginning of the term.

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.

Summer rates for room and board in University residence halls with unlimited meal plans for 2009 summer sessions are $28.38 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.

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 Director for Business, 900 Hotz Hall.
• 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.