Tuition and Fees
2004-2006 Undergraduate Catalog | Catalogs

Roosevelt University lists current tuition and fees in the Class Schedule for each term. There is a nonrefundable general fee assessed on all registrations. Certain classes and programs may require other fees such as lab fees. Students have primary responsibility for the entire tuition and other fees regardless of whether charges are financed through a third party such as an employer or through student loans. By registering for class(es), students agree to abide by all University regulations, whether or not printed in the catalog, and by any administration or faculty decision regarding student status in the University.

Special tuition rates

The Chicago College of Performing Arts has a special flat-rate tuition that presupposes full-time enrollment. The per course rate for CCPA is higher than that of the other colleges.

Senior citizens (age 65 or older) who wish to undertake study at Roosevelt are offered a special reduced tuition rate. Details are in each term’s Class Schedule.

Students who audit courses are entitled to a special tuition rate that is less than the regular tuition rates. See further description in the Registration section.

Tuition credit percentages for withdrawn courses in the summer terms reflect the shorter length of terms. Please see the Summer Class Schedule for more information.

Procedure for payments

Payments are made by check or money order payable to Roosevelt University. The University also accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover card payments in person, by telephone, or online through RU Access. The University will not accept third party checks. Students may pay in person at the Office of Student Accounts at either campus or by mail to Roosevelt University, Office of Student Accounts, 430 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605.

Students whose tuition is covered by a tuition waiver as payment in part or in full must present the original waiver and official notification from the employer or sponsor at the time of registration. The student is responsible for paying any balance remaining at the time of registration.

A charge is assessed for returned checks and credit card rejections. The University reserves the right to require cash, money order, or cashier’s check for any student whose account reflects a history of returned checks and/or rejected credit card payments.

Payment plans

Roosevelt University offers payment plans to help students in financing their tuition. To participate in any Roosevelt University extended or deferred payment plan, students are required to do the following:

• Pay a nonrefundable payment plan fee
• Complete a promissory note and submit it to the Office of Student Accounts
• Make payment arrangements approximately two weeks before class (or immediately upon registration)
• Observe the actual payment-due dates that are published in each term’s Class Schedule.

Extended payment plan

The extended payment plan allows students to pay for each semester’s tuition and fees in four equal payments. Students pay a nonrefundable payment plan fee to participate, but no interest is charged unless payments are received late. The payment-due dates under this plan are as follows:

• 25 percent of total tuition and fees due approximately two weeks before first day of each scheduled term.
• The three remaining payments are due monthly according to the dates published in each term’s Class Schedule.

Tuition reimbursement plan (ROOSTR)

The Roosevelt Tuition Reimbursement plan allows eligible students to defer all or part of the tuition payments up to three weeks after grades are available for the term. To participate in ROOSTR, a student must submit a copy of his/her employer’s tuition reimbursement policy and a letter from the employer to confirm the student’s reimbursement eligibility, indicating the percentage of the tuition covered and any restrictions. A student may participate in this plan only if his/her employee benefit covers at least 75 percent of the total cost of tuition. Students must update student eligibility each scheduled term of enrollment. Payment of any portion of tuition and fees not covered by this benefit must be received by the due date published in the Class Schedule.

Direct bill payment plan

This plan allows a student to attend the University under a sponsor’s benefit plan. The student’s sponsor pays the cost of tuition and fees directly to the University. In order to participate in this plan, a student submits a copy of the sponsor’s tuition reimbursement policy and a letter certifying that he/she is eligible for benefits regardless of the grade, and stating the value of the benefits. A student must update his/her eligibility each new term of enrollment, and a student will be required to pay any portion of the tuition and fees not covered by the sponsor by the due date published in the Class Schedule.

Other financial procedures

Tuition statements are mailed to students monthly. These statements include the balance from the prior month’s statement, the monthly account activity such as financial aid disbursements, amount due, any funds retained on account for future terms, and an ending balance. Past due balances at the end of the monthly billing period will be subject to a late or finance charge.

The University charges a late registration fee on all registrations that occur after the deadline published in each term’s Class Schedule. The current tuition rate and a late registration fee are charged for retroactive registrations should the University approve such registrations.

The University reserves the right to assign any delinquent student account to an agency for collection. Students whose accounts are delinquent are responsible for any additional costs assessed for the collection of the student account balance. Students are considered delinquent when their account status does not meet established payment due dates. Students returning to the University are required to pay agency fees incurred by the University to collect the student’s delinquent account.

The University will not release a student’s academic transcript, diploma, or certification of attendance until all outstanding indebtedness is satisfied. Furthermore, the University will not permit students with delinquent accounts to enroll in subsequent semesters. A transcript of a student’s record is the property of Roosevelt University and is not the property of the student. Roosevelt University has no obligation to release a transcript to a student, but customarily does if the student has met all obligations to Roosevelt University.

Fees will not be waived unless it is determined that the University is responsible for the delinquency or that other extraordinary circumstances pertain.

CTA U-Pass

Roosevelt University degree-seeking Chicago campus students carrying full-time course loads (12 credit hours for undergraduates, nine credit hours for master’s students, six credit hours for doctoral students) will be automatically charged a mandatory nonrefundable fee for a Chicago Transit Authority U-Pass. The nontransferable U-Pass provides the student with unlimited rides on CTA trains and busses beginning approximately five days before classes start, and ending approximately five days after the last day of finals. The exact schedule and amount varies by semester. The U-Pass program is active only during the fall and spring semesters. Only course work for which a student is registered during the current semester is considered in determining his/her registration status. Enrollment in courses during the winter intensive session will count toward registration status during the spring term. For a current list of activation and distribution dates, students may consult the University website. For information about distribution or use of U-Pass or questions regarding enrollment status or campus affiliation, students may contact the Office of the Registrar, 312-341-3535.