Tuition and Payment Information

The academic calendar  holds all important registration dates that are used in the establishment of enrollment and the calculation of tuition and fees. Timely registration is important for determining the amount of financial aid funds available and the remaining amount due on the student account. Verified enrollment on the census date determines financial aid funding available and applicable adjustments to the student account. Verified enrollment could be a combination full, block, session and or modules.

There is no provision to add a class in one of the above categories after the census date has passed.

The academic calendar  allows ample time for students, staff and faculty to address enrollment and attendance issues for each category.

Admission Application Fees

The application fee for the priority admission deadline is $25.  The application fee for the late admission deadline is $50.

2016-2017 Tuition Chart

*Campus Undergraduate Program tuition in the 2016-2017 academic year is $9,950.00 per semester. The tuition rate covers 12-18 credits. All credits over 18 and up to 24 in a semester are charged at the rate of $545 per credit hours. Students taking  over 21 credits must seek permission of the Dean of Curriculum and Instruction. Part-time tuition (less than 12 credits in a semester) in the Campus Undergraduate Program is $829.00 per credit hour.

**Early Honors Program tuition is $8000 per semester. All credits over 18 and up to 24 in a semester are charged at the rate of $445 per credit hour and may be taken only with the permission of the Dean of Curriculum and Instruction. The Flex Plan option does not apply to the Early Honors Program.

2016-2017 Fees Chart

Note: The University reserves the right to withhold transcripts and diplomas if a balance is outstanding.

Housing and Meal Plan Costs

Housing and meal plans are billed to the student account. Please see the separate section below for 2016-17 housing and meal plan costs.

Tuition and Cost Payment Options

• Financial Aid/Scholarships
• Tuition Management Systems (TMS) - see section below
• Employer reimbursements - Students accounts must be paid in full by the due date by the employer, or by the student using other payment options. At the student’s request, APU will send a statement to the employer
• Direct payments to APU - Accounts can be paid with cash, personal check, money order, cashier’s check, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or debit.
• Online Options:
  • Students with an active APU account can make credit card payments through the Student Web Portal, at My Ledger
  • Payments on behalf of a current or former student - go to www.alaskapacific.edu/payonline/
• Payments are accepted on campus at Carr-Gottstein Hall #106 and by mail to Alaska Pacific University, Student Accounts, 4101 University Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508. For billing and account questions, contact studentaccounts@alaskapacific.edu; 907-564-8352.

Payment Plan with Tuition Management Systems

Alaska Pacific University provides an interest-free monthly payment plan administered by Tuition Management Systems. The TMS payment plan allows you to spread your account balance over multiple interest-free monthly payments, with an annual enrollment fee of $80. For students graduating in December or beginning classes in Spring or Summer semesters, there are also semester plan options available for a $52 fee.  Visit www.alaskapacific.afford.com, or call 1-800-722-4867 for more information on these options.

Benefits of the Alaska Pacific University TMS Payment Plan:

• No interest associated with plan, helping students limit debt, budget expenses and maximize savings
• Toll-free top-rated telephone service with extended personal service hours
• Affordable counseling with friendly and professional Education Payment Partners
• A variety of payment methods including personal checks, money orders, credit cards and automated payments from your checking or savings account
• 24-hour access to account information at www.alaskapacific.afford.com/

Students may contact Tuition Management Systems for Affordability Counseling at 1-888-356-0350 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.

Scheduled Due Dates

Tuition and fees are due and payable on the scheduled due date or on the day of registration, whichever is later:

Fall semester:  August 19, 2016

Spring semester:  January 6, 2017

Summer semester:  April 28, 2017

Billing Holds and Account Fees

By registering for classes, the student agrees to pay all account charges in full by the due dates established by the university. Charges may include but are not limited to tuition and fees, housing and meal plan charges, disciplinary fines and collection fees.

APU does not send out student billing statements; all student account information is available via the student portal.

Accounts not paid by the due dates may be assessed late fees and account holds which restrict the student’s record, prohibiting future registration and transcript or diploma receipt until the debt is satisfied.

Please note accounts are also put on hold for delinquent library fines owed to University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) since the Consortium Library is jointly owned by APU and UAA.

A late fee of $50 per month (up to a maximum of $250) will be assessed on any unpaid balance remaining after the payment due date for which payment arrangements have not been made.

A service fee of $25 will be charged for a check not honored (NSF) by the bank.

Past-Due Accounts/Collection

Alaska Pacific University will make reasonable attempts to collect past due charges. Delinquent accounts may be referred to a commercial collection agency and may be reported to national credit bureaus. All costs, expenses and fees including, but not limited to, attorney fees, court costs, collection costs and other out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the university in collection or attempting to collect a past-due account are the responsibility of the student and will be charged to the student’s account. By registering for classes, a student agrees to pay tuition and other charges and fees as well as any fees associated with collection.

Tuition Refund Policy

Tuition refunds are based on the Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal Policy or Complete Withdrawal Policy, whichever applies. See the Registration and Course Delivery  section of the University Catalog. Tuition refunds are based upon the date the student submits their withdrawal notice to the Registrar’s Office. Fees are not refundable except when a course is canceled by the university.

100%    Refund     No later than midnight of the census date applicable to the enrollment period.

  50%    Refund     No later than midnight of the fifth business day after the census date applicable to the period of enrollment.

   0%    Refund      After midnight of the fifth business day after the census date applicable to the period of enrollment.

Students who receive federal or state financial aid are subject to the federal or state refund regulations and should consult with the Financial Aid office prior to add/drop/withdrawal. Reduction in credits may require an adjustment of the Pell Grant and or other federal aid. When a student completely withdraws from the university and has received federal or state financial aid, the school is required to apply a withdrawal calculation based on federal and or state laws.

Housing and Meal Plan Costs (2016-2017)

Alaska Pacific University’s campus housing offers students comfort and convenience with easy access to University classes and amenities at a very affordable rate. With the exception of those who have immediate family members in the Anchorage area, all freshmen and sophomores are required to live on campus. Our campus housing options vary in price, size, and exclusivity to suit a range of needs and preferences. See the list below for a description of housing options (all prices include utilities and required meal plans*). If you need additional housing or meal plan information please review the APU website or contact the Office of Campus Life at (907)564-8238.

The meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday through Friday, and brunch and dinner on the weekends, holidays and non-class days. Students living in South or North Atwood are required to be on the Meal Plan.

Contract Cancellation Fee (cancellation fee will be applied if you move out before the end of your contract.)

Note: All students living in university housing are required to show proof of health insurance. See the dean of students for more information.