2012–2013 Graduate Catalog

Tuition and Fees 

Tuition 

Tuition is set for each graduate program each year. The university may set additional fees as needed. Students pay for their own books and course materials.

Degree-seeking students electing to audit pay the regular tuition amount. 

Fees 

Interest charge of 1.25 percent/month on outstanding student account balances.

All expense items are subject to change.  

Services 

The Viterbo University Bookstore—located in the Student Union, provides materials to meet Viterbo University’s academic objectives and is operated for the benefit of students, faculty, staff , and visitors. The bookstore offers several alternatives to standard textbook purchasing. Books can be ordered via telephone, fax, or on the Internet, www.viterbo.bkstr.com. The bookstore also provides school supplies, computer supplies, and many pieces of Viterbo University memorabilia. More policies on the ordering of textbooks can be obtained via the bookstore website or by contacting the bookstore. Semester-based students are allowed to charge books to their account the first week of each semester, excluding summer session, but are subject to a $2.50 service fee per charge.

Copiers—Students have access to card operated copiers in the library, Student Union, and Brophy Center. Due to copyright restrictions, students will be expected to make personal copies of certain assigned articles. Copy cards can be purchased in the library.

Student Identification Card—Every student in a semester-based program is issued a photo ID/access card. The card is obtained from the physical plant department. It is used by students for admission to the library facilities, Mathy Center, food service, lectures, plays, concerts, athletic events, equipment checkouts, and other programs. The access part of the card grants the student after-hours access to select academic buildings (where applicable). As it serves as a key, it is property of Viterbo University and must be returned when that student is no longer enrolled at Viterbo. There is a $20 replacement fee for the photo ID/access card if it is lost or stolen.

Liability Insurance—At the present time, students are not asked to obtain personal liability insurance that covers them in graduate programs at Viterbo University. The university carries a liability plan covering students in their approved practicum settings. Students are expected to conduct themselves as professionals who are advanced learners.

Parking—Students parking a vehicle in campus lots during the day, Monday through Friday during the academic year, must have a parking permit. Permits may be obtained in the business office. Weekend and evening parking does not require a permit.

Payment Policy—Viterbo University policy requires that any past due balance from a previous semester is paid in full prior to the first day of the subsequent semester. An account with an unpaid past due balance may prohibit the student from confirming and participating in classes for any upcoming semester. All campus-based students are required to make a minimum down payment of $500 each semester, exclusive of financial aid and any other deposits. This payment must be received by the business office no later than the third day of any semester in order for a student to officially confirm participation and enrollment at Viterbo University. The university reserves the right to withdraw a student if he/she does not confirm his/her enrollment. Finance charges will be assessed at a nominal annual percentage rate of 15 percent beginning Oct. 31 for fall semester charges, Feb. 28 for spring semester charges, and June 30 for summer semester charges. Full payment of the amount due is required before the final day of the semester in which the student is currently enrolled. Official transcripts and diplomas will not be issued until all accounts have been paid in full. Further, any student whose account is delinquent will not be permitted to register for the following semester.

Federal Truth-in-Lending Act—The payment of a student’s financial obligation to Viterbo University will be governed by the Accounts Receivable Education Loan Promissory Note and Disclosure Statement, which each student will be required to sign prior to initial registration for classes. The form is mailed to the student and may also be found on the business office Web page. The form is a summary of the student’s rights according to the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA)—a full statement of your rights and the university’s responsibilities under the FCBA will be sent to you, upon request, through the business office.

Refunds (semester-based programs)—Students who wish to drop a course must complete a drop form available in the registrar’s office or from their advisor. See the withdrawal section of this catalog for policy on dropping all courses for the term. The date on which the written approval is granted by the registrar determines the amount of tuition adjustment. Failure by the student to obtain such approval makes the student ineligible for any adjustments and accounts will be payable in full. Any student who withdraws or reduces his/her credits with written approval of the registrar’s office shall receive a tuition adjustment for the difference in total tuition cost. See the business office’s Web page for refund schedules. Some financial polices do not apply to students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Education program (except those in the educational leadership track) and some licensure/endorsement programs in education.