Understanding BYU's Spring and Summer Tuition and Fees

Navigating the financial aspects of higher education can be complex. This article provides a comprehensive overview of tuition, fees, payment options, refund policies, and related financial matters specifically for Brigham Young University (BYU) students attending spring and summer terms. Understanding these details can help students effectively manage their finances and avoid potential issues.

Tuition and Fee Payments

BYU offers several convenient methods for students to pay their tuition and fees, which include charges such as tuition, class fees, tuition reassessments, Study Abroad fees, and health plan charges. These payment options cater to different preferences and circumstances.

Online Payments

Students can make online payments by logging into myBYU and selecting the "My Financial Center" link under the "School" heading, or by typing mfc.byu.edu into a web browser. The following online payment methods are available:

eCheck (BYU's preferred payment method): This free electronic check option securely withdraws funds directly from a payer's checking or savings account. To make an eCheck payment, the payer must provide their bank routing and account number. Note that payments from mutual fund, money market, line of credit, or brokerage accounts cannot be accepted.
Credit Card with a Service Fee: BYU accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express for all charges, including tuition payments. However, a nonrefundable processing fee will be charged when making a payment towards tuition and fees, program fees, and short-term loans. Debit cards are considered credit cards for tuition and loan payment purposes and are subject to the same restrictions and service charges.

Students can avoid the service charge by choosing the eCheck option, as eChecks and debit cards both deduct payments directly from a checking or savings account.

In-Person Payments

Payments can be made throughout the year in person at 3326 WSC using check, money order, or cash. Credit cards cannot be used to pay tuition or fees at BYU cashiering locations; see "Pay Tuition Online" above for acceptable use of credit cards. Checks should be made payable to Brigham Young University or BYU, and include the student's BYU ID number and the amount to apply to each category.

Short-Term Loans

BYU offers short-term loans to students who need temporary financial assistance. These loans are designed for short-duration financing needs.

Loan Details

A $20 processing fee is charged for each short-term loan. No interest is charged on these loans if they are paid by the due date. However, short-term loans outstanding after the due date bear interest at a rate of 12 percent per annum.

Due Dates

Short-term loans are due as follows:

Fall: November 1
Winter: March 1
Spring: June 1
Summer: August 1

Holds on Registration

Holds on registration for future semesters or spring-summer(s) are placed on all student accounts the day the short-term loan is disbursed and are not released until the loan is paid in full. This may affect the ability of some students to take advantage of priority registration.

Pro-Rata Charges for Dropped Classes

Students who drop classes may be eligible for a partial refund of tuition and fees. The amount of the refund depends on when the class is dropped.

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Refund Schedule

Below are the changes for the Pro-Rata charges for dropped classes:

Spring-Summer
- May 6: 15%
- May 18: 25%
- June 16: 50%
- July 2: 100%
Summer Term
- June 30: 15%
- July 7: 25%
- July 17: 50%
- July 24: 100%
Fall Semester
- September 11: 15%
- September 23: 25%
- October 21: 50%
- November 4: 100%
Winter Semester
- January 15: 15%
- January 28: 25%
- February 26: 50%
- March 12: 100%
Spring Term
- May 6: 15%
- May 12: 25%
- May 22: 50%
- May 30: 100%

Refund Process

The recalculation of tuition and fee charges may result in a refund. If the student has elected direct deposit for student account refunds, the refund will be deposited into the student's bank. Payments originally paid by credit card will be returned to the credit card. Unpaid university charges may be deducted from the refund amount.

Refunds will not be paid to students whose tuition has been paid by a loan, scholarship, or benefit.

Federal Financial Aid Implications

If a student with federal financial aid drops below half-time enrollment (undergraduate, 6 hours per semester or 3 hours per term; graduate, 4.5 hours per semester or 2.5 hours per term), the federal program or lender may require that a portion of the refund be returned.

Petition for Exception to the Refund Schedule

A petition for exception to the refund schedule will be considered for students forced to withdraw because of circumstances that are beyond their control, such as death in the immediate family, life-threatening situations, medical incapacitation, a university error, or military leave. Students should not submit petitions based on ignorance of university policies and procedures, as these will be denied. Petition forms are available in 3326 WSC (Enrollment Services).

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Collection of Unpaid Tuition and Fees

BYU retains all legal remedies to collect unpaid tuition, fees, and other amounts due to the university for housing, traffic fines, etc. BYU uses various methods to keep students informed of amounts due the university, including financial Web sites, statements, and various forms of correspondence. It is the student's responsibility to remain aware of obligations to the university and to make payment on a timely basis.

If BYU is unable to collect amounts due the university within a reasonable time, the debt may be referred to an outside collection agency and/or attorney for collection. All collection costs, including collection agency fees, attorney fees, and court costs will be charged to the student's account.

Failure to pay all amounts due BYU, including collection fees, may also result in various actions, including but not limited to withholding services and restricting the student's ability to register for class, participate in graduation, receive a transcript or diploma, or be considered for readmission to the university. The university also reserves the right to report both positive and negative payment histories to credit-reporting agencies.

Materials/Service Fees

Certain courses charge fees based on materials consumed or services provided. Contact the individual department or professor to determine the appropriate payment procedure for the following courses:

ART 104, 105, 133, 155, 216, 217, 330, 350, 351, 356R, 358, 359. CM 105, 155, 210. EC En 212, 301. IT 101, 443, 447. TEE 200, 229, 490R, 593R. TMA 285, 475R.

Student Teaching/Practicum Fees

Students in teacher education must be fingerprinted and pass a background check prior to starting practicum experiences with K-12 students. Fees for licensure are due with the student teaching application. This applies the entire time a student has continuing status, including students taking a semester or term off.

Health Coverage Requirement

All participants in groups on tour, Study Abroad, or internships are required to carry adequate medical insurance. To satisfy the health coverage requirement, students have several options:

Enroll in the Student Health Plan.
Enroll in a group medical plan provided by the parents', the student's, or the student's spouse's employer.
Purchase an individual Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant health plan.

If the student chooses any medical plan other than the Student Health Plan, he/she must provide verification of adequate coverage at the beginning of his/her first semester or term and annually at the beginning of fall semester. Students should carefully review any medical plan they're considering to make sure it will provide sufficient coverage for current and future health care needs. Coverage must be effective by the first day of class.

Effective fall semester 2014, BYU requires all ELC students and F-1 and J-1 visa students to be enrolled in the BYU Student Health Plan or an ACA compliant plan offered by a United States-based insurance company. This plan must provide comprehensive medical coverage for the student while he/she is on campus. Insurance plans from companies outside the United States will not be accepted.

All students enrolled at least 3/4 time (9 credit hours per semester or 4.5 credit hours per term) and all F-1 and J-1 visa students who don't submit proof of other coverage before the deadline each year will be enrolled automatically for individual coverage and assessed the appropriate premium (single or married rate) for the Student Health Plan. Students who are actively working towards a degree and have at least 0.5 on-campus credits will not be automatically enrolled in the Student Health Plan, but they can contact the Student Health Plan Office via YMessage or in person to enroll. Graduate students who have at least 2 credits during fall semester and were enrolled in the Student Health Plan for summer term will be automatically enrolled for fall semester in the same plan they had during summer term. Appeal forms may be obtained at the Enrollment Services office at 3326 WSC.

Class Fees

Class fee refunds are based on the same schedule as listed for tuition refunds. Those with asterisks (*) are exceptions to this schedule and must be requested at the respective academic department.

Some specific class fees are:

Scuba Diving: $400
SWELL 176 (Int. Scuba Diving): $265
TES 229: $30
TES 251: $15

Credit Card Refund Policy

Existing credit card regulations prohibit BYU from making a refund in cash or check when a payment is made by credit card and there is an adjustment made to the charges paid.

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