2012–2013 Undergraduate Catalog

Room and Board 

(per semester—2012–13 Academic Year) 

* All Bonaventure X47 rooms pay the double rate for three occupants; private rate for two occupants.

** Treacy #3 and #9 occupants pay the four occupants/apt. rate.

Meal Plans 

For $100 declining balance (DB) enhancement, add $100 to plan cost.

All university housing contracts extend throughout the academic year rather than a single semester. A room deposit of $100, along with a completed contract, is required for each academic year housing is desired. To reserve a room, the deposit and contract should be mailed to Viterbo University as soon as the student is notified of acceptance if a new student, or by April 15 if a returning student, for the subsequent academic year. The room deposit will be applied to the student’s account balance once the academic year begins. If the student terminates the contract prior to April 15, the deposit will be refunded. If the student terminates the contract after April 15, but prior to the beginning of the academic year, the deposit is non-refundable. 

Other Fees and Charges 

(per semester—2012–13 Academic Year) 

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

All expense items are subject to change. 

Fees and 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 Viterbo University 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 offers 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. Campus-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.
• Student Identification Card—All students are 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-hour access to select academic buildings (where applicable) and full-time access to that student’s residence hall. 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 University. There is a $20 replacement fee for the photo ID/access card if it is lost or stolen.
• Group Insurance—As part of the student health program, health and accident insurance is made available. Students who are no longer covered under their parents’ family health insurance plan are strongly encouraged to avail themselves of this opportunity. If desired, coverage may be obtained for one semester only. Application forms are available in the business office. All international students must carry health insurance.
• Parking— Students parking a vehicle on campus lots, 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, except in resident lots for which a permit is always required.
• 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 changes, 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 grade 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 Webpage. 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.

• Withdrawals and Refunds—Any student who wishes to withdraw from one or more classes must complete a drop form in the registrar’s office. The date on which such 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 adjustment and accounts will be payable in full. Any student who withdraws or reduces their credit hours with written approval of the registrar’s office shall receive a tuition adjustment for the difference in total tuition cost according to the following schedule:

 Week of Withdrawal (includes weekends) 

(Refunds for all non-16 week courses will be prorated.)

Example: For a student who drops from seven credits to three credits during the third week of the semester, the difference in tuition is $4,970 less $1,950, or $3,020. The refund is 50 percent of $3,020, or $1,510. This refund will be credited to the student’s account.

Note that this refund formula applies specifically to 16-week courses. This formula is modified on a pro rata basis for non-16- week courses.

Fees will not be adjusted and are not refundable.  

A student signing a Viterbo University housing contract commits to a housing term of one year, with room charges posted at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. Room charge adjustments are made, provided appropriate, written approval has been given by the director of residence life. Any such adjustment will be placed on the student’s account. All requests for adjustment must be in writing to the director of residence life. Room charge adjustments are calculated according to the following schedule. For students withdrawing from the university during a semester:

• if student withdraws during week 1, refund equals 90 percent of total semester room charges
• if student withdraws during weeks 2–4, refund equals 50 percent of total semester charges
• if student withdraws during weeks 5–8, refund equals 25 percent of total semester room charges
• if student withdraws during weeks 9–16, refund equals 0 percent of total semester charges
  

A student who changes residences during the fall or spring semesters will have room charge adjustments placed on the student’s account. These adjustments will be calculated on a prorated weekly basis, assuming a 16-week semester.

Meal plan charge adjustments are calculated on a pro rata, weekly basis, provided appropriate, written approval has been given by the director of residence life. Any such adjustment will be placed on the student’s account. All requests for adjustment must be in writing to the director of residence life.

Any student who is suspended or dismissed from the university by university authorities will not be entitled to any refund of tuition, room or board.