University Expenses

Tuition (2020-2021)

Full-time undergraduate tuition:

$13,645 per semester
$26,260 per academic year

A full-time undergraduate student takes 12-18 credit hours per semester. Full-time students taking any hours in excess of 18 per semester will pay the undergraduate part-time rate for additional hours ($730 per credit).

Part-time undergraduate tuition:  $730 per credit

A part-time undergraduate student takes fewer than 12 credit hours in the fall or spring semester.

Masters Tuition: $775 per credit hour

Instructional Design & Technology: $625 per credit hour

Doctoral Tuition: $850 per credit hour

Room and Board

Medaille Hall: $12,035 per academic year

(based on single occupancy and 14 meal plan)

St. Joseph’s Hall: $10,345 per academic year

(based on double occupancy and 14 meal plan)

Southwest Apartments: $12,790 per academic year

For additional housing information, visit our website.

Tuition Discounts

Discounts are based upon available funding and may not be combined with other discounts or scholarships. Only one discount will be applied per course. If a student is eligible for more than one discount on the same course, the larger discount will be applied.

No Discounts will be applied for doctoral programs.

Alumni Discount: Students who have graduated from Fontbonne University are eligible for a 15% tuition discount. This discount is tracked according to students’ alumni status and applied to the student account each semester. This discount is only applied to tuition and may not be used during a semester in which courses are billed at a reduced rate (such as Summer undergraduate, audit courses, etc.). In addition, students cannot combine this discount with other forms of institutional aid (i.e. Fontbonne grants, scholarships, additional tuition discounts, etc.).

Educator’s Discount: In appreciation of the services offered to our community by educators at all levels, Fontbonne University offers a 15% tuition discount to qualified individuals enrolled in graduate coursework. This discount is only applied to tuition and may not be used during a semester in which courses are billed at a reduced rate (such as audit courses, etc.).  Qualified educators (teachers or paraprofessionals) include those who work at least half time in a nursery school, a pre-K through 12 school system or post-secondary institution. Application forms can be obtained from your department and must be filled out in its entirety each semester.

Military Discount: As a special recognition of service to our country, all service members and veterans are eligible for a 15% tuition discount. This discount is only applied to tuition and may not be used during a semester where courses are billed at a reduced rate (such as Summer undergraduate, audit courses, etc.). In addition, students may also utilize tuition assistance and VA benefits such as the Post 9-11 GI Bill. A tuition discount form must be completed at the start of your program in order to verify your Military status with the appropriate documentation and will then be applied each semester you are enrolled moving forward. In addition, students cannot combine this discount with other forms of institutional aid (i.e. Fontbonne grants, scholarships, additional tuition discounts, etc.).

Corporate Discount: Students employed with a corporation that collaborates with Fontbonne University are eligible for a corporate discount. This discount must be requested each semester using the tuition discount form that can be obtained in the Financial Services Office located in Ryan Hall, room 209/215. This discount is only applied to tuition and may not be used during a semester in which courses are billed at a reduced rate (such as Summer undergraduate, audit courses, etc.). In addition, students cannot combine this discount with other forms of institutional aid (i.e., Fontbonne grants, scholarships, additional tuition discounts, etc.).

*Enrollment changes that result in changes to tuition charges may also result in adjustments to a tuition discount amount.

**Only one discount will be applied per course. If a student is eligible for more than one discount on the samecourse, the larger discount will be applied.

***Doctoral programs are not eligible for discounts.

Fees (2020 - 2021)

International application fee: $75
Freshman orientation fee: $200
International Orientation fee: $200
New transfer student fee: $50
International Activities Fee: $75
Graduation: $75
Parking permits: $90 - $180 (Parking permit fees are subject to change)
Late registration: $25
Resource Fee:

Undergraduate Students:
1-9 credit hours (per hour) $25
10 or more credit hours (per semester) $250
Graduate Students: per credit hour $25
Doctoral Students: per credit hour $25

Transcripts: $10

Audit

A student who wishes to attend a course, but are not obligated to complete assignments or take examinations may register to audit a course. The student is responsible for any fee required for the course. No credit is given for courses that are audited. Ordinarily, studio or lab courses are not eligible for audit.

Undergraduate: $300 per course
Graduate: $400 per course

Payment of Accounts

Accounts are due in advance for each semester. Payment-in-full, less any financial aid must be received by the following dates:

• Summer 2020 - May 15, 2020
• Fall 2020 - July 15, 2020
• Spring 2021 - December 15, 2020

A $25 late fee will be assessed for payments received after these specified due dates, and for each month moving forward that the account remains unpaid. For students who are registering after these dates, payment is due upon registration.

Students have the option of enrolling in a semester based payment plan.  Fontbonne University has contracted with Cashnet to provide a payment plan that will allow monthly payments without interest charges. Students can enroll in their payment plan starting directly from their student portal by logging into GriffinNet.  From there, click My Ledger>Make Payment through CashNet> Enroll in semester Installment Plan.

If a student chooses the option of a payment plan, the above due dates still apply.  Payment plans must be established by those dates to avoid a late fee.  Payments will then be due on the 15^th of each month according to the semester installment plan the student is enrolled. 

To pay by mail, make a check payable to Fontbonne University and send to:

Fontbonne University

ATTN: Business Office

6800 Wydown Boulevard

St. Louis, MO 63105 - 3098

To pay in person, please bring cash or check to the Cashier’s Office located in Ryan Hall room 215.  Payments made by check or ACH are subject to a minimum waiting period of 10 business days to allow the transaction to clear before any holds will be removed. When paying in person, please note the Cashier’s Office only accepts cash or check.  We no longer accept debit/credit cards in person, but can assist you in making that payment online through Cashnet using one of our iPads in the office. 

Students may also pay online through Cashnet using Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express.  The option of payment using electronic check is also available online through Cashnet.  Please note - there will be a convenience fee applied to each transaction total when paying with a debit or credit card.  This convenience fee is 2.75% (or 4.25% for all international debit/credit cards).

Failure to make payments for tuition, fees, or other amounts owed the University when due, or failure to arrange for such payment plans before their due dates, is considered sufficient cause to 1. Bar the student from registering for courses, and/or 2. Drop the student from pre-registered courses, with subsequent registration subject to late fees, and/or 3. Withhold the transcript of record, certificate, or diploma.

Employer Tuition Reimbursement

Many companies provide full or partial tuition reimbursement to their employees who are pursuing a University education. Employed students should check with their companies to see if tuition reimbursement is available.

Tuition Refunds

No adjustment or refund is made for late entrance or for dismissal.

Tuition and fee adjustments resulting from withdrawal from the University or withdrawal from a specific course will be computed from the date on which the Registrar approves the official permit for withdrawal.

Tuition adjustments will be made according to the following scale:

16 Week Courses

Fee adjustments will be made according to the following scale:

8 Week Courses

Fee adjustments will be made according to the following scale:

Student Account Refunds

Fontbonne University’s refund process provides you with quick access to your funds with direct deposit into your personal checking or savings account. Access to your money is quick and convenient. Go to www.fontbonne.afford.com and follow the simple enrollment steps.

Notice

Student receiving Financial Aid/Federal Title IV Financial Aid who wish to withdraw from Fontbonne University must complete the official University withdrawal process. Students must begin the withdrawal process online. The form must be filled out completely including signatures from Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office.

For students receiving Federal Title IV Aid, the Financial Services Office will complete a calculation according to the Return of Title IV guidelines set by the Department of Education. Should this calculation result in a balance due the student must pay that balance to Fontbonne University. Failure to pay this balance will result in a hold on the student account which will prevent future registration and the ability to obtain a transcript.

Students will receive written notification of the adjustments to the financial aid package, which will indicate if a post-withdrawal disbursement is allowed. Students receiving Institutional grant or scholarships will receive a prorated amount based on the tuition adjustment schedule.

Failure to properly withdrawal from the University will result in the adjustment of financial aid after the end of the semester. Therefore, it is imperative that students follow the University withdrawal process. 

Room and Board Refunds

Withdrawal from a residence hall will be prorated on the same basis as tuition and fees. The room deposit will be refunded subject to any outstanding financial obligation to the University.

Extenuating Circumstances Tuition Appeal Policy

Fontbonne University will review a request for a tuition credit provided you meet the requirements described below. Appeals that do not present a sound basis for reimbursement will be denied.  Students with approved medical or extenuating withdrawals may be eligible for up to an 80% credit of tuition if approved before the end of the next semester following the withdrawal. 

Students must be officially withdrawn from all courses for the semester before an appeal can be reviewed. Depending on the complexity of the appeal and receipt of all supporting documentation, the processing time may be a month or more. Appeals will not be considered if an appeal was granted in the previous semester  (for example, if you are appealing your Spring 2020 tuition assessment you cannot also have appealed Fall 2019 or be eligible to appeal for Summer 2020).  Submission of a tuition appeal must be initiated by the student or with their expressed authorization.

If a student received financial aid for the term identified in the appeal, the submission of a tuition appeal could impact the student’s financial aid and result in money owed. It is recommended that students discuss these implications with the Financial Aid office before submitting an appeal.  If the student is a recipient of Veteran’s Benefits, the appeal should be discussed with the Veteran’s Educational Benefits certifying officials before proceeding with the request.

Filing a tuition appeal does not exempt a student account from the assessment of collection and/or financial penalties. If approved, the tuition credit will be held for up to two years.  At any time during that two year period, the student may elect to receive 50% of that credit in the form of a refund.