Tuition & Fees

 

Education that's high in quality, not in cost.

The most affordable private Christian university in California!

 

Tuition & Fees for 2011-2012
(Effective 05/31/11)
 

Main Campus Tuition*	CURRENT	STARTING FALL 2012
Full Time Tuition 12-16 Units (per semester)	$6,720	$7,750
Per Unit	$560	$650
Per Unit (above 16 units)	$360	$450
Private Music Lessons (per semester/per unit)	$480	$525
Credit for Prior Learning (per unit received)	$110	$125
Audit Fee Per Course**	$320	$400
International Student Undergraduate Tuition (per year)	$17,600	TBA
Credential/Masters Tuition*
Full Time Credential Students 12-16 Units (per semester)	$6,720	$8,100
Tuition Per Unit	$560	$675
Teacher Performance Assessment Fee	$560	$675
Student Teaching Fee	$225	$275
International Student Graduate Tuition (Program fee)***	$20,000	TBA
Weekend Science Tuition*
Per Course (4 units)	$1,350	$1,500
Late Registration Fee	$40	$40
Miscellaneous Fees (Non-Refundable)*
Tuition Deposit (Credited toward 1st semester balance)	$150	$200
Application Fee	$30	$35
Cap & Gown Fee - (Credential)	$45	$50
Cap & Gown Fee - (Graduate Student)	$70	$80
Cap & Gown Fee - (Undergraduate Student)	$60	$67.50
Business Office Fees*
Payment Plan Fee	$35	$40
Late Payment Fee	$45	$55
Late Installment Fee	1.0% per/mo.	1.0% per/mo.
Returned Check Fee	$25	$50
Registrar’s Office Fees*
Late Registration Fee	$150	$200
Transcript Fee (per transcript)	$10	$15
Rush Transcript Fee (24 hour notice)	$25	$50
Graduation Fee - Undergraduate and Graduate	$60	$75
Graduation Fee - Credential	$45	$55
Housing Fees*
Room and Board (per semester)	$3,690	$4,250
Housing/Key Deposit	$175	$200
Estimated Undergraduate Annual Cost*
Full Time Tuition (one year)	$15,855	$18,500
Room and Board	$7,380	$8,500
Total Costs	$23,235	$27,000

 

 

 

 

The rates published on this page usually remain in effect for at least one academic year.  However the University Board of Trustees reserve the right to adjust any of these rates or fees prior to the beginning of each term.

*All rates are subject to change; Individual class fees may apply to offset special costs.
** Alumni allowed to audit one class per term for free.
 *** Additional fees may apply.

Financial Policies

Students who enroll at Patten University assume responsibility for the payment of all tuition and fees in accordance with the financial policies set forth below.

Patten University reserves the right to change the tuition and fee schedule for any given term without prior notice. After the beginning of a term, no changes in tuition or fees will be made which affect that term.

Patten University offers traditional semester courses and accelerated courses as part of the A.A., B.A., Credential and M.A. degree programs. Tuition and fees for each semester or course at Patten University are due in full at the beginning of the semester/course. Students who pre-register for courses will be billed in advance. Payment deadlines for each semester/course will be included with the bill.

Students who enroll on a semester basis have the option of making installment payments for tuition, fees, and room costs. A small fee is charged to set up a payment plan. The plan allows students to make four payments each semester.

Students may not enroll in a subsequent semester or course until any previous balance is paid in full. Grades and transcripts will not be released if a student owes Patten University for charges on their account.

Continuing students will be charged a late payment fee if they pre-enroll for the next semester and do not meet the payment deadline. Late charges are also incurred if a monthly payment is late on the payment plan.

Students who apply for Financial Aid but do not have an award letter at the start of classes need to make a first installment payment in order to enroll for the semester. A payment is needed from each student to insure that he/she is serious about attending Patten University and serious about completing the application process for Financial Aid.

Cost of Books and Supplies

Although there is variation in the costs of textbooks and supplies based on the number and type of courses taken, the University estimates that a student will spend a minimum of $500 per semester for books and supplies.

Refund Policy

Tuition, fees and room charges will be refunded according to the schedule for traditional semesters. Students are eligible for a refund only if the proper forms from the Office of Records are completed indicating that the student is withdrawing from school. The date that the Office of Records receives the withdrawal form determines the date used in the refund calculation. Please note that some nonrefundable fees may apply during any semester. Please consult the current Tuition and Fee schedule for information.

Refunds are available to students on a prorated basis, as noted below.

Standard 16 Week Semester

Date of Withdrawal and Percentage of Refund:

1st week 100%

2nd week 90%

3rd week 75%

4th week 50%

5th week and following 0%

 

Accelerated Courses (Non-Standard Semester)

All accelerated courses must be added or dropped prior  to the second class meeting.

Date of Withdrawal and Percentage of Refund:

Before 2nd meeting 100%

After 2nd meeting 50%

After 3rd meeting 0%

Refunds of tuition and other charges to veterans receiving Veterans Benefits are pro-rated, based upon administration regulations Section 14254(C)(13) 14255.