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Tuition, Fees, and Expenses Chart
Ricks College is owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Approximately 70 percent of the cost of operating the College is paid from the tithes of Church members. Because of this, students who are Church members or their families already have made a monetary contribution to the operation of the College. To help equalize this cost, non-members are assessed higher tuition, which still does not completely cover the total educational costs of the student.
In assessing tuition, a fraction of an hour is counted as a full hour, and audited classes are charged the same tuition as those taken for credit.
Registration Deposit
The Registration Deposit of $60 must be received before a student will be allowed to
register. This deposit is required of all students including those who will receive
federal grants, loans, scholarships, and other financial aid. This deposit will be kept on
the students account to allow registration for subsequent terms. During the first term a
student does not attend, this deposit will be applied to outstanding debts and the balance
returned to the student. However, a student may have this deposit applied to tuition and
other debts during the current term by contacting the Accounting Office, but another
deposit of $60 will be required before the student can register for subsequent terms.
Fee and Schedule Form
Upon request to the Registrar's Office, either in person or over the phone, students will
receive a Fee and Schedule Form showing: (1) the schedule of classes for which the student
is currently registered, (2) the details of tuition and fees assessed, (3) any tuition
payments, (4) any awarded grants, scholarships, and other financial aid which will be
applied on the first day of classes, (5) the amount which will be owed after payments and
credits are deducted, and (6) appropriate payment deadlines and notes.A new Fee and
Schedule Form may be requested with each change in registration. Be certain to pay the
amount shown on the most recent form.
Billings for Tuition and Fees
The official billing from Ricks College for tuition and related charges is the Fee and
Schedule Form (see above). Since students are constantly changing their registration, it
is the responsibility of students to request a Fee and Schedule Form. This can be done at
any time up to the first day of classes through the phone registration system. A student
may also hear verbally over the phone the total amount due by using the phone registration
system. The failure of the student to request the above information does not excuse him
from meeting the payment deadlines listed in this catalog and in the class schedules.
Information about amounts paid and still owing can be obtained any time by contacting the Accounting Office, 124 Adm, (208) 356-1050
Tuition Payment Deadline
A late charge of 5% on the unpaid balance will be added if not paid in full by these
dates:
Sep 16 - Fall Semester/First Block
Oct 29 - Fall Second Block
Jan 20 - Winter Semester/First Block
Mar 5 - Winter Second Block
May 5 - First Summer Term
Jun 12 - Second Summer Term
Jul 17 - Third Summer Term
Interest will then be charged at the rate of 1% per month on the unpaid balance.
Activity Pass and Privileges
An Activity Pass will be issued to all full time students which entitles them to:
1. Attend all athletic events free of charge on a first come first served basis.
2. Attend music and drama performances, the first two performances during the semester
being free of charge, with additional performances costing $1.00 each.
3. First choice in purchasing tickets for major attractions from off-campus.
Part-time Status entitles a student to the same privileges given to full-time students in the use of the physical education building, library, and other facilities on campus. However, an activity pass is not included. A half-time student may acquire this activity pass at the Ticket Office by paying $25 per semester or $13 per block. Spouses of students may also purchase this pass at the ticket office.
Class Fees
Certain classes may have an extra fee due to the unique expenses associated with the
class. Generally, these fees are for supplies which are considered to be purchased and
used after the second week of each semester. Some fees are for student travel relating to
the class, while a few may be for other purposes such as private lessons or guest
lecturers. Once the funds have been committed and/or expended, there is no refund if the
student withdraws from the class. Reference each class in the catalog for details of class
fees.
Excess Credits Fee
Students will be charged $31 for each additional credit (or part thereof) above 21 credits
per semester or 10 credits per block for which they are registered on the TUITION PAYMENT
DEADLINE. This fee is non-refundable.
Changes in Registration Charges(Add and Drop)
There will be no charges for registration changes up to the tuition Payment Deadline.
After these dates, there will be a $5 charge for each Add/Drop Card submitted to the
Registrar's Office.
Student Medical Insurance
Ricks College requires that EACH STUDENT MUST BE COVERED IN THE REXBURG AREA BY HEALTH AND
ACCIDENT INSURANCE. Therefore, each student who registers as a half time student or more
is automatically charged for the Ricks College Student Insurance (Continuing Education
students are not included). Insurance does not cover pre-existing conditions.
Student Medical Insurance Waiver
A STUDENT MAY HAVE THIS INSURANCE WAIVED if (1) he or she is covered in the Rexburg area
by another health and accident insurance plan, AND (2) a completed Waiver Form is
submitted to the Ricks Accounting Office BEFORE the deadline listed below. Waiver forms
will be mailed to new students July 31 for Fall Semester. These forms may also be picked
up in the Accounting Office. The Ricks insurance cannot be cancelled after the deadlines
listed below:
Sep 16 - Fall Semester/First Block
Oct 29 - Fall Second Block
Jan 20 - Winter Semester/First Block
Mar 5 - Winter Second Block
May 5 - First Summer Term
Jun 12 - Second Summer Term
Jul 17 - Third Summer Term
Once this waiver form has been submitted, the student will not be charged for insurance in subsequent registration periods unless the Accounting Office is informed that the student is no longer covered by private insurance. It is the student’s responsi-bility to inform the Accounting Office as soon as their private insurance coverage terminates. Please note: Students will not automatically have Rick’s insurance if private insurance is cancelled. Additional information may be obtained by calling the Accounting Office, (208) 356-1057.
Insurance While Away from Campus and Extended Insurance
If a student is enrolled in the Ricks student health insurance while attending Ricks
College, additional insurance may be purchased for the time the student is not attending
Ricks. If the student will be returning to Ricks within four months, Away from School
Insurance may be purchased. Insurance may also be purchased for school programs away from
campus. If the student does not plan on returning to Ricks, up to nine months of Extended
Student Insurance may be purchased. The purchase deadline is the end of the semester,
block, or term of attendance.
Student Dependent Insurance
Students may enroll their dependents in the student insurance plan IF the student is also
enrolled. This insurance may be purchased at the Accounting Office (124 Adm.) before the
student insurance deadlines for the students shown above. Payment should be made at the
time of purchase.
Student Health Center Fee
All students have access to the Health Center for a $5 charge per visit, whether or not
they carry Ricks Student Insurance. Spouses of students may also use the Health Center.
They will be charged a Health Center fee of $8 during their first visit of each
registration period. After being charged this fee, spouses will have access to the Health
Center for $5 per visit. Other dependents of students do not have access to the Health
Center.
Health Center Charges
Students may charge the cost of medical services at the Student Health Center to their
personal account at Ricks College. These charges become due the following month even
though payments may not have been received from insurance companies.
Yearbook (Rixida)
The purchase of the yearbook is optional and may be made at the time of registration or
later in the Accounting Office. The yearbook contains individual pictures of students and
school events throughout the year. It is a great way to preserve your Ricks College
experience.
Books and Supplies
Books and supplies purchased at the Ricks College Bookstore may be charged to the
student's personal account at the College. These charges become due the following month.
Any scholarships or government aid will be credited to these charges after tuition and
fees have been paid. Students may also make these purchases with cash, checks, or bank
credit cards.
Student Housing
For information concerning both Campus and Off-campus Housing, contact the Housing Office,
110 Adm Bldg, (208) 356-1045.
Long Distance Phone Credit Cards
Only students living in campus housing may acquire a Ricks Long Distance Credit Card to be
used on campus. These cards can be obtained by paying a $5 processing fee (for each school
year) at the Cashiers Office.Long distance calls will be charged to the students’
personal account at Ricks College and are due the following month.
Meal Contracts
Student may purchase a variety of meal contracts from Ricks College Food Services,
Manwaring Center, (208) 356-2251.
STUDENT PERSONAL DEPOSIT ACCOUNTS
For the convenience of each student, money may be deposited in a personal account at Ricks College. These funds may be used by the student to pay for debts incurred at Ricks College or may be withdrawn for personal use. Up to $400 in cash can be withdrawn between 8:15 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, at the Cashiers Office on campus. For larger amounts at one time, a check can be printed within 24 hours after requested by the student in the Accounting Office. Deposits may be taken to or mailed to the Cashiers Office, Ricks College, Rexburg ID 83460-4184.
Students may open a checking account in the one of the local banks in Rexburg. These banks are pleased to have student customers and are within walking distance of the campus. Money can be transferred electronically into a student's account at local banks. Also, students can have 24 hours access to their money by using the Automated Teller Machines (ATM) located on campus and in Rexburg.
Statements will be mailed to each student at their current address at the beginning of each month. If a student wishes to have this statement mailed home to parents or to a different address, call the Accounting Office, 121 Adm., (208) 356-1052.
These statements will show the status of the student's account, including charges, payments received, past due amounts, service charges, and deposits. These statements do not relieve the student from making required payments by the deadlines listed in this catalog.
All payments must be paid in U.S. currency and be received by Ricks College by the deadline dates listed in the Calendar of Events in this catalog. They may be paid to the Ricks College Cashier's Office either in person or by mail but must be received on or before the deadline dates.
If paying by mail, allow enough time for the mail to get to Ricks. Send a check or money order. Do not send cash by mail. Payments can also be made in person at the Cashiers Office or by bank credit card over the phone (an additional bank charge of 2% will be assessed). Take or mail payments to: Ricks College, Cashiers Office, Rexburg, ID 83460-4184,or call (208) 356-1080.
Advance Payments
Payments may be made in advance, either in one amount or in monthly payments, which will
enable the student to meet payment deadlines without having to pay the entire amount in
one lump sum. If a student decides not to attend after making advanced payments, the full
amount will be refunded after deducting any debts the student may have with the college.
Please note that scholarships and other financial aids do not become available until the first day of classes.
Dishonored checks
The appropriate late charges will be assessed when a dishonored check is used to pay
tuition and other charges. Check cashing privileges may also be terminated at the
discretion of the Director of Financial Services. A return check charge of $5.00 will also
be assessed for each dishonored check.
Delinquent Accounts
If an unsatisfactory financial relationship occurs because of unpaid fees, fines, loans,
housing, returned checks, loss of property or breakage, the following recourse may be
taken by the College:
1. Cancellation of registration. This includes (a) the cancellation of registration when
debts become past due after the registration has taken place, and (b) requiring students
with bad debt history to pay in full for tuition and other charges in advance before being
allowed to register.
2. Withholding of academic credit. No transcript of credits, recommendation, registration
or readmission to the College will be allowed until the obligation is cleared.
3. In the event students become delinquent in the payment of their financial obligations
Ricks College will assess (a) a finance Charge in the amount of 1% per month against all
unpaid debts over thirty days old, (b) all late charges, and (c) all costs of collection
incurred by Ricks including reasonable costs, expenses and attorney's fees incurred in
collecting the debt.
The above steps may be taken by the Director of Financial Services without further notice if a satisfactory arrangement is not made after the student has once been notified regarding his or her financial responsibility.
General Refund Policy
Refunds for tuition and fees will be processed only when the student has officially
withdrawn from school or dropped from full-time to part-time status. Housing and Meal
Contract refunds will be processed when the contract is terminated. Students will be
charged for the classes for which they are registered until they are officially withdrawn
from school or from a particular class, even though they may not have been attending the
classes. If asked to leave, a student will be charged for time in school until withdrawn.
If payments exceed the charges, the overpayment will be credited first to school
scholarships and grants awarded to the student during that semester or term and then to
any debts owing by the student to Ricks College. If a credit balance remains, it will then
be processed as a refund.
Federal Title IV Funds
When these funds have been used to pay for tuition and fees, books and supplies, and
campus housing, any refund must be returned to the Title IV agency in the same proportion
as the payment, first to Stafford Loans, and then to Pell Grants.
Withdrawal from School
Prior to the first day of classes, a student may withdraw by using the phone registration
system or by contacting the Registrar’s Office. To withdraw after classes begin, the
student must contact the Dean of Students Office, Adm Bldg Second Floor, or call (208)
356-1120.The following charges will be made to withdrawing students:
1. A $10 processing fee for those who register and withdraw before the following
deadlines:
Jul 31 - Fall Semester/First Block
Oct 16 - Fall Second Block
Dec 17 - Winter Semester/ First Block
Feb 20 - Winter Second Block
Apr 22 - First Summer Term
Jun 1 - Second Summer Term
Jul 6 - Third Summer Term
2. A $60 processing fee for those who withdraw after the above deadlines.
3. In addition to the $60 processing fee mentioned above, the following schedule will be used to compute the amount of tuition which will be charged to students who withdraw after classes have begun. Check the Class Schedules for the exact dates.
| Week | Sem | Block | Term |
| First | 10% | 20% | 30% |
| Second | 20% | 40% | 60% |
| Third | 30% | 60% | 90% |
| Fourth | 40% | 80% | 100% |
| Fifth | 50% | 100% | -- |
| Sixth | 60% | -- | -- |
| Seventh | 70% | -- | -- |
| Eighth | 80% | -- | -- |
| Ninth | 90% | -- | -- |
| Tenth | 100% | -- | -- |
Student Activity Pass
Upon withdrawal from school, the student activity pass will be canceled. The Activity Pass
is included in the tuition for full time students. The sticker will be removed by the Dean
of Students Office. (If the sticker is not removed, there will be no refund). Any refund
will be processed as part of tuition refund. Part-time students and spouses may request a
refund which will be computed using the same percentage as tuition refunds.
Student Insurance
Student insurance is non-refundable after the Insurance Waiver Deadline since the premiums
will have been sent to the insurance company.
Rixida (Yearbook)
The yearbook is refundable up to January 23, 1997. Afterwards it is non-refundable.
Withdrawing students should leave their mailing address with the Rixida Office so the
yearbook can be mailed for a shipping & handling charge of $5.
Class and Tuition Related Fees
Class, Excess Credit and other related fees are non-refundable after the TUITION PAYMENT
DEADLINES.
Campus Housing
The $150 security deposit will be refunded if the Housing Office is notified of
cancellation at least 60 days before the semester/term begins. $100 of the security
deposit will be refunded if notification is received between 30 and 60 days prior to the
beginning of the semester/term. After that time, the security deposit is non-refundable.
For cancellations made prior to check-in, monies paid over the $175 application fee and
security deposit will be refunded.
After check-in, the charge for time spent in housing, a termination fee and any damage charges will be deducted from any payments. The balance remaining will be applied to any debts owing to the college, with the remainder being refunded to the student.
The termination fee will be 30% of the unused portion of the contract for those who are evicted from housing, dismissed from school, or move to off-campus housing. For those who withdraw from school, the termination fee is $50. The termination fee can be waived for mission, marriage, or graduation (refer to housing contract for specific dates).
Meal Contracts
Refund of excess payments for cancelled meal contracts less a termination fee (30% of
unused portion) will be computed from the day that Food Services is notified of the
cancellation.
Refund Processing Time
Any money due to the students will be processed and mailed within thirty days of
notification of withdrawal or termination of housing or meal contract.
TUITION, FEES, AND EXPENSES CHART
| Tuition per Semester: | |
| LDS Members 12 or more credits | $975.00 |
| ...1 to 11 credits | ( per credit) $80.00 |
| Non-LDS Members 12 or more credits | $1450.00 |
| ...1 to 11 credits | ( per credit) $120.00 |
| Credits over 21 credits | ( per credit) $30.00 |
| Tuition per Block: | |
| LDS Members 6 or more credits | $490.00 |
| ...1 to 5 credits | ( per credit) $80.00 |
| Non-LDS Members 6 or more credits | $725.00 |
| ...1 to 5 credits | ( per credit) $120.00 |
| Excess credits fee over 10 credits | ( per credit) $30.00 |
Tuition per Summer Term:
Tuition is computed at $80.00 per credit hour up to full semester tuition of $975.00 is
reached.
The three terms together are considered as one semester in calculating tuition.
| Registration Related Expenses: | |
| Health and Accident Insurance | $54.00/semester $27.00/block $18.00/term |
| Yearbook (Rixida) | $32.00 |
| Late Tuition Payment Charge | 5% of unpaid balance |
| Class Fees | variable (see class description) |
| Key Deposit | $5.00 |
| Change in Registration Charge (after deadline) | $5.00 |
| Incomplete Grade Contract Charge | $5.00 |
| Credit by Examination Charge | $15.00 to $25.00 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses: | |
| Activity Fee (Part-time students & spouses) | $25.00/semester; $13.00/block |
| Application for Admission | $20.00 |
| ACT Exam (prior approval required) | $18.00 |
| Deferred Tuition Payment Contract | $10.00 |
| ID Card Replacement | $10.00 |
| Book Locker Rental | $5.00/year; $3.00/semester |
| Long Distance Credit Card (campus housing only) | $5.00 |
| Vehicle Registration/Parking Permit | $5.00 |
| Transcript of Credits | No Charge |
| Graduation Application | $8.00 |
| Cap and Gown Rental | $12.00 |
| Estimated Expenses: | |
| Books and Supplies | $300.00/semester $600.00/year |
| Housing | $1000.00 to $1800.00 year |
| Food and Personal Items | $1300.00 to $1800.00 year |
Fee change: the school reserves the right to change fees listed without notice
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