All undergraduate tuition, charges and policies listed in this publication are effective as of July 1, 2021 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-Semester Schedule
Traditional Degree Program
HU Online Degree Program
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 of 2.75% 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.
Laptop Computer
A laptop computer with wireless capability and access to the internet is required for attendance in all programs of study and should be obtained prior to the first day of class. Minimum requirements are listed on the University’s website at https://harrisburgu.edu/it-resource-center/. The cost is approximately $700 to $1,200.
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 both hard- and soft-bound books, journals, CDs, 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 http://bookstore.mbsdirect.net/harrisburgu.htm. Some courses have textbooks or learning materials embedded in the course structure and 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.
Transcript Requests - The official transcript request form is available on the Harrisburg University website or electronically submitted via MyHU. Each official transcript requested will be charged $10.00 per transcript for standard domestic delivery.
Tuition Refund Policy
Traditional Degree Program
HU Online Degree Program
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.
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