Radford University Undergraduate Catalog for 1999-2000 FEES AND FINANCIAL AID In-State Tuition Eligibility All students who wish to apply for in-state tuition rates must submit the appropriate application form prior to the first day of classes for the term they are seeking in-state status. The form is available in the Office of Admissions. Copies of Section 23-7.4 of the Code of Virginia, the law governing eligibility for in-state tuition, are available in the Reserved section of McConnell Library. It is the responsibility of the student to apply for a change in domiciliary status. (For information on financial aid and fees at Radford University, see the links below or follow the link above to the Financial Aid Office Home Page.) University Expenses Fees Responsibility for Payment of Tuition and Fees Unpaid Fees or Fines Refund of Charges Financial Services Scholarships and Grants Loans Work Programs Alternative Financing ESTIMATED UNIVERSITY EXPENSES 1999-00 In-state Full-time Student (12-18 hrs. per semester) * Tuition & Fees: $1,444 Per Semester $2,288 Per Academic Year Room & Board: $2,385 Per Semester $4,770 Per Academic Year Commuter: Pays tuition and fees only. Out-of-state Full-time Student (12-18 hrs. per semester) * Tuition & Fees: $4,321 Per Semester $8,642 Per Academic Year Room & Board: $2,385 Per Semester $4,770 Per Academic Year Commuter: Pays tuition and fees only. All students living in the residence halls must choose from one of the four on-campus meal plans. Actual Room and Board rates will vary depending on the meal plan selected. Part-time Student (1-11 hrs. per semester) In-state Tuition & Fees: $120 per semester hour Out-of-state Tuition & Fees: $360 per semester hour * A student taking more than 18 credit hours per semester will be charged for the additional hours at the semester hour rate for part-time students. Optional Meal Plans for Students Living Off Campus ** (A student living on campus is required to participate in the full room and board plan listed above.) 5 meals per week plan: $418 per semester - $836 Per Academic Year 7 meals per week plan: $552 per semester - $1,104 Per Academic Year 12 meals per week plan: $1,008 per semester - $2,016 Per Academic Year 15 meals per week plan: $1,052 per semester - $2,104 Per Academic Year 20 meals per week plan: $1,078 Per Semester - $2,156 Per Academic Year Any 90 meals/semester plan: $388 Per Semester - $776 Per Academic Year Any 65 meals/semester plan: $280 Per Semester - $560 Per Academic Year RU Flex Meal Plan: $1,025 Per Semester - $2,050 Per Academic Year **Food Dollars are associated with the 5, 7, 12, 15, and 20 meal plans. For information call the RU Express Office at 831-5054 or 831-6449. Estimated Expenses 1999-00 Typical Budget for an In-state Undergraduate Residential Student Tuition & Fees: $1,444 Per Semester $2,888 Per Year Room & Board: $2,385 Per Semester $4,770 Per Year Books & Supplies: $325 Per Semester $650 Per Year Personal Expenses: $700 Per Semester $1,400 Per Year Transportation: $200 Per Semester $400 Per Year Total Budget: $5,054 Per Semester $10,108 Per Year Typical Budget for an In-state Commuting Student (living at home) Tuition & Fees: $1,444 Per Semester $2,888 Per Year Books & Supplies: $325 Per Semester $650 Per Year Living & Personal Expenses: $1,450 Per Semester $2,900 Per Year Transportation: $300 Per Semester $600 Per Year Total Budget: $3,519 Per Semester $7,038 Per Year Typical Budget for an Out-of-State Residential Student Tuition & Fees: $4,321 Per Semester $8,642 Per Year Room and Board: $2,385 Per Semester $4,770 Per Year Books & Supplies: $325 Per Semester $650 Per Year Personal Expenses: $700 Per Semester $1,400 Per Year Transportation: $300 Per Semester $600 Per Year Total Budget: $8,031 Per Semester $16,062 Per Year Every effort is made not to change fees after they have been published; however, if this should become necessary, all students will be notified prior to the semester in which the increase goes into effect. Refer to the web pages published by the university for the most up-to-date information. For information about graduate fees and expenses, consult the Radford University Graduate Catalog. In-State Tuition Eligibility All applicants who desire to qualify for in-state tuition rates under Section 23-7.4 of the Code of Virginia, must complete the two-part domicile eligibility form attached to the admissions application. For more information, see the Admissions section of this catalog or contact the Radford University Office of Admissions. Residential Student Agreement When new applicants have been notified by the Director of Admissions that they have been tentatively accepted for enrollment as residential students, they must sign a residential student agreement and pay a $200 room deposit fee. The deposit is credited toward charges for room and board for the fall semester and is not an extra charge. It will be refunded upon request before May 1. After May 1, the deposit is forfeited. Currently enrolled students who expect to return to Radford University as residence hall students for the next fall semester are required to sign a residential student agreement and pay a $200 deposit according to procedures published during the spring semester. The deposit is credited toward charges for room and board for the fall semester and is not an extra charge. The residential student agreement and the Radford University Student Handbook outline procedures for partial refund of the room deposit fee for returning students.

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