Tuition and Fees
Student Onboarding Fee
Each applicant for admission to full-or part-time status is charged a nonrefundable student onboarding fee of $25. The fee is charged once, at the time of registration for the student’s first semester, and is due with the first-semester bill.
Registration Fee
There is a non-refundable registration fee of $31 per term for part-time (1-11 credit hours) students. Full-time students, defined as taking 12 credit hours or more, will not be charged a registration fee. This is refunded only when the College cancels classes.
Tuition Charges
Tuition charges are per credit hour. Students pay for all credit hours registered.
| Credit Hours | Ohio Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 195 | $ 390 |
| 2 | $ 390 | $ 780 |
| 3 | $ 585 | $ 1,170 |
| 4 | $ 780 | $ 1,560 |
| 5 | $ 975 | $ 1,950 |
| 6 | $ 1,170 | $ 2,340 |
| 7 | $ 1,365 | $ 2,730 |
| 8 | $ 1,560 | $ 3,120 |
| 9 | $ 1,755 | $ 3,510 |
| 10 | $ 1,950 | $ 3,900 |
| 11 | $ 2,145 | $ 4,290 |
| 12 | $ 2,340 | $ 4,680 |
| 13 | $ 2,535 | $ 5,070 |
| 14 | $ 2,730 | $ 5,460 |
| 15 | $ 2,925 | $ 5,850 |
| 16 | $ 3,120 | $ 6,240 |
| 17 | $ 3,315 | $ 6,630 |
| 18 | $ 3,510 | $ 6,630 |
| 19 | $ 3,705 | $ 7,410 |
| 20 | $ 3,900 | $ 7,800 |
NOTICE: Tuition and all fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Refund of Tuition
Students must complete the drop/add form in the Office of Advising and Counseling to receive a tuition refund. The date used to calculate the fees to be refunded will be determined when the Office of Advising and Counseling approves the completed drop/add form. The refund schedule for a standard term is as follows:
No refunds will be given for courses dropped after the third week of the term.
| Week | Days of Term | Refund % |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | 1-15 | 100 |
| 3 | 16-19 | 50 |
| 4 and After | 20 plus | 0 |
Forms of Payment
Cash, checks and money order payments can be made in person at the Cashier's Window on the first floor of the Public Service Building, during normal business hours. Payments can also be made on student accounts by accessing the student STARS account. Rhodes State College accepts online only payments of tuition and fees by MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express. Credit card payments are processed through a third-party vendor (Cashnet) who assesses an additional 2.75% convenience fee. In addition, payments made by credit card may be subject to additional fees and interest assessed by the card issuer. The convenience fee, as well as any applicable fees or interest assessed by the card issuer, are not assessed by Rhodes State College and are not refundable through Rhodes State College regardless of circumstances.
Student Installment Payment Plan
Rhodes State College offers convenient payment plans allowing students to pay in more manageable monthly installments with a minimal, non-refundable, $20 enrollment fee. Students can use a plan to pay all or part of their tuition and avoid the high interest rates that normally come with a traditional loan.
• Simple enrollment process ensuring students accounts are set up properly with the College
• Payments conveniently made electronically — no postage or lines to worry about
• Easy access to manage accounts online
In order to allow family and friends to help students with their payments, students can send an email, with an imbedded link, that will allow others to make payments on the student account.
Payment plans are processed through a third-party vendor (Cashnet). Students can access the payment plan option through their STARS account. The enrollment fee is not assessed by Rhodes State College and is not refundable through Rhodes State College regardless of circumstances.
Late Payment Fee
There is a late payment fee of $50 for tuition and fees received after the published payment deadline that are not enrolled in a payment plan, or those still having an outstanding balance.
Late payments on payment plans are assessed by Cashnet and not by Rhodes State College.
Returned Payment Fee
A fee of $35 will be assessed for all checks returned to the College. A fee of $25 will be assessed for all rejected web payments.
Delinquent Payments
Students who have neglected to pay their fees in full may be prevented from registering for future classes. Delinquent accounts will be referred to a collection agency. In addition to any outstanding tuition and fees, the student will be responsible for the costs of collection including, without limitation, interest, penalties, collection agency costs, court costs, and attorney fees.
Students that encounter difficulty in meeting their financial obligations should discuss the situation with the Business Office or Financial Aid Office before such measures become necessary.
Laboratory Fees and Instructional Support Charges
Laboratory fees and instructional support charges will be assessed for the cost of supplies and equipment used in selected courses.
Distance Education Fee
There is a $10.50 per credit hour charge for each distance education course.
Technology Fee
Full-time and part-time students taking over three credit hours per semester are charged $5 per credit hour for technology.
Tuition Reimbursement/Deferment Option
For students eligible for tuition reimbursement benefits from their employer, the College offers tuition and fees deferment until 30 days after the start of term. Students must complete the Tuition Reimbursement/Deferment form each term they choose to use this option. Students are responsible for informing the College that their employer will pay their tuition. Failure to inform the College will make the student responsible for payment.
Credit by Examination, Credit for Experience, and Credit for Non-Academic Learning
Students may receive up to 30 credit hours. The fee is $25 per credit hour, payable in the Business Office. These requests cannot be processed during the term of intended graduation. Please see the Dean/Chairperson of your academic division for more information.