University of New England

Financial Information for Graduate Programs

Graduate Tuition and Fee Rates

Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Educational Leadership

Graduate Certificate, Addictions Counseling or Gerontology

Master of Science in Education - Distance Learning (General Studies or Literacy Concentration)

Master of Science in Education - Teaching Methodologies

Nurse Anesthesia (Master of Science)

Occupational Therapy (Master of Science)

Occupational Therapy (Post Professional Master of Science)

Physician Assistant (Master of Science)

Physical Therapy (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

Physical Therapy - (Post Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy)

Public Health (Master of Public Health or Graduate Certificate)

Professional Science Masters (Master of Science, Marine Science or Applied Biosciences)

Social Work (Master of Social Work)

Student Malpractice Insurance

A group insurance policy is purchased and provided by the University of New England for those students involved in clinical training rotations in the amount of $1,000,000/$3,000,000.

General Services Fee
This mandatory fee is billed to graduate students and provides the following services.

1. Graduation activities including cost of banquet, speakers, and diplomas.
2. Student Senate (Government) activities including support for clubs, programs, cultural events, etc.
3. Orientation activities.
4. University Health Care services providing high quality health care services.
5. Finley Center gymnasium.
6. Athletic events including intramural programs and all intercollegiate home games.
7. Transcripts available at no charge.

Health Insurance
Graduate students are required to enroll in UNE's Student Medical Insurance Plan unless proof of comparable insurance can be demonstrated. Please refer to the health insurance brochure for additional information.

Laboratory Fees
Fees are charged to students who enroll in laboratory, computer, student teaching, or other designated courses. The fee is listed in the official course schedule published on the web at the time of registration. Please refer to semester course schedules for fee structures.

Late Registration Fee
Students who register after the published deadline will be required to pay a $75 late registration fee.

Parking Fee
Students wishing to park a vehicle on campus must purchase a parking permit (cost of TBD.)  Unregistered vehicles will result in a fine of $25 per incident.

Payment Options
Students may pay the college charges as they fall due each semester or in accordance with UNE's Monthly Payment Plan offered through Tuitionpay. They may also arrange to pay the total due by using a mixture of these payment arrangements.

The payment dates in the UNE sponsored payment plans cannot be deferred for the convenience of students using student loans, or other tuition payment programs. Both long and short-term financial arrangements should be made far enough in advance to assure payment on the required dates. Special problems or emergency situations can be discussed with the Student Accounts Office at the University Campus or the Business Office at the Westbrook College Campus, at any time.

Option I: Payment by Semester
Approximately six weeks prior to the start of a semester, bills will be sent for the tuition, room and board, and fees. Payment of this bill is due by the start of the semester. The payment due is the total of all the semester charges less any previous payments or financial aid credits.

Option II: Monthly Payment Plans
The Ten-Pay Payment Plan spreads the full year charges over ten months beginning June 1st. This plan is offered through Tuitionpay and is designed to relieve the pressure of “lump sum” payments by spreading the cost over 10 months. There is an application fee. There are no interest charges.

In addition to these options for payment, UNE accepts Mastercard, VISA, and Discover.

Applicants are urged to apply by May 15th. Applications made after the start of the program (June 1st) must be accompanied by an initial payment sufficient to become current with the regular 10-month payment schedule. Applications for the 10-month plan will not be accepted after September 15th.

Late Payment Charge
The balance due each semester will be considered overdue if not paid by the specified date, and any unpaid balance will be subject to a late charge of 12% per annum or 1% per month. Students with unpaid bills will not be able to register for courses or be placed on the official school roster nor can they attend classes until they have received clearance from the Business Office. Students with overdue accounts are not eligible for academic credit, transcripts, or degrees.

Course Withdrawal Tuition Refund Policy
Course changes for matriculated students are allowed during the add/drop period during the fall and spring semesters.  After the add/drop period, no refunds are made for course withdrawals.

University Withdrawal
Matriculated students who intend to withdraw from the University must complete official forms available from the program director, Student Affairs Office, Student Registration and Financial Services Center (WCC), or the Office of the Registrar (UC). Documentation must be signed by the appropriate academic dean. Student responsibilities include: a) knowledge of the University's policies regarding refund of tuition and/or fees as stated in this catalog; b) return of University identification (ID) card to the Office of Student Affairs; c) return of any University keys to the appropriate departments. The University reserves the right to withhold the issuance of refunds and transcripts until the process has been completed. Following withdrawal, any student wishing to re-enroll at the University of New England must apply through the Office of Admissions.

For purposes of computing refunds, the date of withdrawal recorded by the academic dean's office upon receipt of the withdrawal notice from the student, shall be considered official and will be used to compute refunds, if any, due to the student.

Tuition refunds for matriculated students leaving the University during a semester will be made as follows: 
  Fall\Spring\Summer Refunds 
  During first two weeks 80%
  During third week  60%
  During fourth week  40%
  Over four weeks  No refunds
     
  Short-Term Courses (3-10 weeks)  
  Fall\Spring\Summer Refunds  
  During first week  40%
  During second week  20%
  Over two weeks No refunds 

MSEd and CAGS distance education students will be charged a $35.00 processing fee which will be deducted from any refund.
      
Loan/Grant/Scholarship Adjustments
Adjustments to scholarships, grants and loan programs will be made in accordance with respective program regulations and University policy before a refund to the student is calculated. In cases where a refund may be due and the student has received funds through the Guaranteed Student Loan Program, it is our policy to refund those funds directly to the bank which made the loan. Refunds will not be made in the case of absence, dismissal or suspension.

Other Fees
After registration there shall be no refund of fees.

Refunds for Leave of Absence
A leave of absence for a specified period of time, not to exceed one academic year, may be granted to a matriculated student with the authorization of the academic dean.  A Request for Leave of Absence form is available from the program office, Student Affairs Office, Student Registration and Financial Services Center (WCC), or the Office of the Registrar (UC). Application for readmission is not necessary if the student returns as planned; however, the student who does not return at the specified time will be administratively withdrawn and will be subject to readmission procedures. Tuition refunds are subject to the withdrawal policy timelines.

It is the responsibility of the student to contact the office of the program director to indicate change of plans.

A student in the military reserves that is called up to active duty will be granted a full leave of absence tuition credit.

Important Notes