Tuition Charges, Refund Policies and Business Office Policies

All undergraduate tuition, charges and policies listed in this publication are effective as of July 1, 2022 and are subject to change, without notice, by the University’s Board of Trustees.

Admission Application Charge

There is no charge to apply for admission to the University.

Tuition Deposit

A tuition deposit must be paid in advance of final course registration for the initial semester of attendance. A tuition deposit made for the Fall Semester is non-refundable after May 1. A deposit for the Spring Semester is non-refundable after November 1.

Tuition Schedule 

Tuition payment or satisfactory arrangement to pay tuition, which includes financial aid resources, is due generally one week prior to the beginning of the semester. Tuition is charged according to the tuition schedule shown below. 
 
Full-time undergraduate tuition charges are for 12 to 17 semester hours. A student registered for more than 17 semester hours is subject to an overload charge at the per-semester hour rate. For example, tuition charges for 18 semester hours will include the full-time rate of $11,950 plus $1,000 for the additional semester hour, resulting in a charge of $12,950. A part-time undergraduate student registered for 11 semester hours or fewer is charged the per-semester hour rate multiplied by the number of registered semester hours.
 
Graduate students are charged a per-semester hour rate plus a flat semester fee. For example, a graduate student registered for 6 semester hours is charged the per-semester hour rate of $830 multiplied by the number of registered semester hours ($4,980) plus the $500 flat semester fee, resulting in a charge of $5,480.

Tuition Payments

Payments may be made in the Business Office by cash, check, or money order. Electronic payment options including credit card, debit card, and electronic check/ACH are available online via the Finance page of MyHU. A registered student can view account information online.

A convenience fee will be added for any credit/debit card transactions involving student tuition payments or other services. Online ACH/electronic check payments will not incur a convenience fee.

Tuition Payment Plans

A monthly, interest-free payment plan is offered to the student and or parent to make four (4) monthly installment payments during the semester. There is an enrollment fee of $50 per semester for this service. A student may enroll in a payment plan via the Finance page of MyHU.

Computer Requirements

All programs involving face-to-face or ‘in-class’ instruction require a laptop computer to be obtained prior to the first day of class. For any fully online programs or for any secondary machine, students are free to use desktop computers that meet the requirements listed on the University’s website at https://harrisburgu.edu/it-resource-center/. The cost is approximately $700 to $1,200.

Please note, these are the minimum requirements for the Office365 desktop software. There may be additional degree program software requirements. Some program software may be operating system dependent. Check with your advisor or program director for more information before you make any computer purchasing decisions.

Textbooks

Textbooks and other supplies (if specified for a course) must be obtained by the student prior to the start of the course; ideally one-to-two weeks prior to allow time to complete any assignment(s). Textbooks may include bound books, ebooks, journals, or software. Supplies may include a laboratory coat, goggles, gloves or any other required item specified. The estimated cost for textbooks and other supplies per course is $160. Students can find textbook information at www.harrisburgubookstore.com. Some courses have textbooks or learning materials embedded in the course structure, provided at no additional cost.

Prior Learning Assessment Charge

A student who submits an application for prior learning assessment is charged a per semester hour amount of $225 for the number of semester hours of the course equivalent sought. This charge is imposed at the time of application. No refund will be made if the application is unsuccessful. Refer to the section on Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) for further information.

Other Charges

Tuition Payment Late Charge - A late payment charge of $250 will be assessed if the student fails to make payment arrangements or pay tuition on or before the payment due date.

Returned Check Charge - A charge of $20 will be assessed if a check or electronic check/ACH transaction processed for payment is returned by the issuing bank.

Campus ID Card Replacement Charge - Upon enrollment, a student receives, at no cost, a photo-imprinted Campus ID Card to be used as an identification badge, as a library card, and for building and elevator access. A student is required to wear the Campus ID Card badge when on campus. If a student desires a photo ID, submission of a 2” x 2” photo is required and a charge of $25 is assessed to replace the card. If a Campus ID Card is lost or stolen, a charge of $25 is assessed to replace the card.

Late Registration Charge - A charge of $50 will be assessed if the student registers for a course after the Add/Drop Period has ended.

Pay to Print Charge - On-campus printing is available to the student. A charge may be assessed depending upon the nature of the print job: paper size, ink color, and quantity.

Diploma Reprints - All Harrisburg University graduates with no financial holds on their student records will receive one diploma per degree earned at no cost. Diplomas are issued to graduates after Records and Registration completes the degree conferral process (awarding of a degree once it is determined a student has met all degree requirements for graduation). 

HU understands that graduates may be asked to provide a copy of their diploma for various purposes (including visa and work permit requirements). For these situations, graduates may request one of the following:

• A Degree Verification Letter, issued by Records and Registration, which outlines details of a degree obtained by a graduate (contact the RegHelp Support Portal at https://reghelp.harrisburgu.edu); or
• Requesting a reprint of the diploma by completing a Diploma Reprint Request form. The fee is $60.00 for the diploma and shipment within the U.S. (international shipments will have additional costs). For additional information about diploma reprints, contact the RegHelp Student Portal at https://reghelp.harrisburgu.edu.

Transcript Requests - The National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) provides an online transcript ordering service for Harrisburg University students and alumni 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please click the link below to order your transcripts:

National Student Clearinghouse Transcript Services

Transcripts are processed during business hours within two business days of placing your order. Each official transcript requested will be charged $10.00 per transcript for standard domestic delivery.

Withdrawal Policy 

Tuition Add/Drop Policy

Federal Student Financial Aid Program Refund Calculation

Traditional Degree Program   

HU Online Degree Program  

Institutional Financial Assistance Awards, Payments and Refunds

Merit- and need-based financial aid assistance awarded by the University for a semester are earned ratably through week 9 of the 14-week academic term, similar to the federal student assistance program refund calculation described above.

While payments of institutional aid may be credited to the student’s account on or after week 4 of a semester, the student must remain enrolled through week 9 of the semester to fully earn the award.

For example, a student with a merit award of $2,000 who officially withdraws in week 6 of the 14-week semester would only have $800 of institutional financial aid assistance applied toward tuition due for the term [$2,000 x 6/14 = $857]. The difference of $1,143 is rescinded and the student is responsible for any remaining tuition balance due.

Veteran Student Tuition and Fees Policy

Pursuant to Section 103 of the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018, a student who is entitled to education assistance under chapter 31‐Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, or chapter 33‐Post 9/11 GI Bill®  benefits will be permitted to attend and participate in the course of education during the period beginning on the date in which the student submits a written request to use such entitlement and ending on the earlier of the following dates:

‐ The date on which payment from Veterans Administration is made to the institution
‐ 90 days after the date the institution submitted certification of enrollment/tuition and fees to Veterans Administration

Harrisburg University will not impose any penalty, including late fees, limited access to university resources, or require additional borrowed funds on any eligible student due to the inability to meet their financial obligation to the university based on delayed disbursement of Veterans Administration funding.

A student who is entitled to education assistance under any of the available Veterans Administration  Education Benefits is expected to provide the Certificate of Eligibility or Statement of Benefits to the  Certifying Official no later than the start of the initial semester in which the entitlement is intended to be used. In addition, each semester the student must submit a written request (VA Benefits eForm) as confirmation of their intention to use the entitlement before the Enrollment/Tuition and Fees Certification can be reported by the Certifying Official to Veterans Administration for processing.

“GI Bill ®” is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.