Fee and Refund Policy
University Fees
Fees are set by the Board of Trustees of Purdue University and are subject to change by the Board without notice.
As a regional campus, Purdue University North Central has a fee structure different from that at the West Lafayette campus. Fees are based on an established amount per credit hour. In addition, a laboratory fee will be charged if the course includes laboratory work. In general, a student will be considered a resident for tuition purposes if that student has lived in the State of Indiana for at least the 12 months preceding the first day of classes for the semester in which admission is sought.
Graduate students who have received baccalaureate degrees will pay higher fees than undergraduate students unless they are:
1. Pursuing an additional baccalaureate degree in a discipline different from that of the baccalaureate degree currently held;
2. Enrolling in undergraduate courses clearly for personal enrichment or occupational requirements and no intent exists toward pursuing an advanced degree.
Questions concerning the policy or the classification of an individual student should be addressed to the Registrar. Refer to the latest schedule of classes for the credit hour and laboratory fee schedule or call the Office of the Registrar.
Other Fees
Student Service Fee. All students will pay a student service fee. The fee is refundable at the same percentage as class fees.
Technology Fee. All students will pay a Technology fee. The fee is refundable at the same percentage as class fees. The money from this fee is used to purchase computers and other technology equipment for student use.
Late Registration Fee. There is a late registration fee assessed per course with a set maximum total. This fee is assessed if the student registers on or after the first day of classes. The fee is nonrefundable.
Breakage Fees. Course fees include the cost of normal breakage and wear and tear on equipment. An additional charge will be levied against individuals for excessive waste, loss, or breakage that may occur. Such special charges must be paid before course credit will be given.
Encumbrance Fee. If a student fails to fulfill any financial obligation to various University departments, that student's records will be encumbered and a fee will be assessed to the student by the department that issued the encumbrance. Prior to the assessment of the encumbrance fee, the student will be advised in writing of the outstanding financial obligation and will be given a specified time to settle the account. If a student's records are encumbered because of outstanding financial obligation, that student will not be allowed to register for an additional semester at Purdue University, nor will a student's transcript be released until the financial obligation and encumbrance fee are paid.
Student Tuition and Fees Refund Policy
All requests for refunds will be initiated with the Registrar. To be eligible for a refund, students must complete the necessary withdrawal forms in the Registrar's Office, 40 Schwarz Hall.
The Registrar will review the request, consult with the Financial Aid Director to ensure that there are no financial aid complications and make a determination as to whether or not the request is within standard practices.
If it is, the Registrar will forward the refund approval to the Bursar. Generally, requests will be approved when the circumstances leading to the request are such that they were out of the control of the individual. When in doubt as to the substance of a request, the Registrar will deny the request.
If the Registrar determines that the refund request is not appropriate and/or reasonable, the student will be notified of the decision and informed that a request for exception may be forwarded to the Refund Committee. Requests for exception are to be in writing and include an explanation and rationale, with appropriate documentation, for the refund request. If the rationale is related to a medical condition, documentation from an appropriate professional, including dates of treatment and functional limitations which would prohibit the student from completing the session in question, must be attached. Requests for exception will be accepted by the Registrar and forwarded to the Committee. Any committee member may receive the request for exception. The committee member receiving the request will be responsible for arranging a meeting of the committee. The Refund Committee, after review of the tuition and fees refund request and related documentation will make a determination and notify the student, the Registrar and the Dean of Students as to the decision. In cases where the committee denies said request, the student will be notified in writing of the decision and informed that appeals may be directed to the Dean of Students. Upon appeal of the Refund Committee's decision, the Dean of Students will review all information related to the appeal, including, but not limited to, consultation with the Registrar and/or members of the Refund Committee and make a ruling. The Dean of Students shall be considered the final appeal. The Refund Committee shall be comprised of the Student Support Services Director, the Financial Aid Director and the Bursar. The Registrar is responsible for disseminating information regarding the policies and procedures related to tuition and fee refunds to students. Copies of this memorandum will be included in the Gold Book and in the Student Handbook or equivalent.
All approved withdrawal refunds will be processed according to the refund schedule. Title IV students are subject to Title IV refund policies. A copy of the refund schedule also is available in the Bursar's Office, 127 Schwarz Hall.
