Business Office
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I learn more about the new E-Billing system?Information about the new E-Billing system can be found here as well as frequently asked questions.
Why was I assessed a finance charge?
Payments are due on the 19th of each month. If payment in full is not received by that date a finance charge of 1.1% will be assessed on the unpaid balance.
When do I get my confirming deposit back?
The confirming deposit is automatically refunded to the student account upon graduation. As a continuing student you must notify the Registrar's Office of withdrawal by July 5th for fall term or January 5th for spring term to receive a refund of the confirming deposit. If notification is not received by these dates, the confirming deposit is forfeited.
I have a credit balance, when will I receive my refund?
Refunds will be processed approximately 10 days after the add/drop period at the beginning of each semester. Throughout the year, direct deposits will occur daily.
Student refunds will be disbursed electronically via ACH. The ACH process transfers the refund directly into your existing bank account.
Please see the Business Office eRefunds page for instructions on how to set up an electronic refund profile.
End of Term allows students that are reimbursed by employers the ability to pay tuition after classes are complete without the account becoming delinquent. Every student selecting an extended payment option is assessed a monthly finance charge. The Payment Agreement Form you signed specifically addresses the finance charge that will be assessed.
How much does it cost to go to St. Thomas?
Average costs for Undergraduate Day students for academic year 2008-2009:
Average of $35,434.00 for on campus
Average costs for Undergraduate Day students for academic year 2009-2010:
Average of $37,509.00 for on campus
Every Undergraduate, School of Divinity, Full Time MBA and Law School students are assessed this fee. It covers student events, activities, speakers, etc., sponsored on campus throughout the year.
Why was I charged a Technology Fee?
All students are assessed a technology fee each semester. It covers such technology enhancements as updated computers in student labs every three years, use of a new e-mail system (Microsoft Outlook), more student services, such as course registration on the Web, computer and database access from on and off campus and an expansion of digital media production services.
I haven't received my financial aid yet, how can I purchase my books?
Students can go to the Card Office, located in Murray-Herrick room 259, to set up an express account. Express account charges will be added to your student account.
What are your tuition rates?
Academic Year 2008-09 2009-10
Tuition Undergraduate
| Tuition UG Program | $ 854.00/credit | $ 904.50/credit |
| Tuition UG Day Business & QMCS Courses | $ 896.50/credit | $ 949.50/credit |
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Tuition Law-Graduate Schools |
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| School of Law | ||
| JD | $ 1,049.00/credit | $1,112.00/credit |
| College of Business | ||
| Full-Time UST MBA | $ 749.00/credit | $ 793.00/credit |
| Evening UST MBA | $ 749.00/credit | $ 793.00/credit |
| Executive UST MBA | $1,329.00/credit | $1,399.00/credit |
| Health Care UST MBA | $ 903.00/credit | $ 956.50/credit |
| Master of Business Communication | $ 740.00/credit | $ 783.50/credit |
| Master of International Management | $ 740.00/credit | $ 783.50/credit |
| MS in Real Estate Appraisal | $ 740.00/credit | $ 783.50/credit |
| MS in Accountancy | $730.50/credit | $ 773.50/credit |
| Software MS/MSDD/MSS | $ 720.00/credit | $ 762.50/credit |
| School of Education | ||
| Masters | $606.50/credit | $ 642.50/credit |
| Doctorate-Educ Leadership- Critical Pedagogy | $793.00/credit | $ 840.00/credit |
| Doctorate-Organizational Development | $1,089.50/credit | $1,154.00/credit |
| Off-Campus Degree Programs | varies by cohort | varies by cohort |
| Engineering & Tech Mgmt | ||
| Masters | $ 720.00/credit | $ 762.50/credit |
| Professional Psychology | ||
| Masters | $ 581.50/credit | $ 616.00/credit |
| Doctorate | $ 777.00/credit | $ 823.00/credit |
| Social Work | ||
| Masters | $ 582.50/credit | $ 617.00/credit |
| School of Divinity | ||
| Divinity | $8,003.00/semester | $ 8,323.00/semester |
| Pastoral Studies | $ 566.50/credit | $ 589.00/credit |
| College of Arts & Science | ||
| Art History-Masters | $ 647.00/credit | $ 685.00/credit |
| Catholic Studies-Masters | $ 647.00/credit | $ 685.00/credit |
| English-Masters | $ 647.00/credit | $ 685.00/credit |
| Music-Masters | $ 647.00/credit | $ 685.00/credit |
| Music-Grad-Non Degree | $ 485.00/credit | $ 513.50/credit |
| Miscellaneous Tuition Rates | ||
| Music Performance | ||
| 30 Minute Lessons | $ 529.50 | $ 560.50 |
| 50 Minute Lessons | $1,067.50 | $1,130.50 |
| Math 005 | $ 213.50 | $ 226.00 |
If you are currently waitlisted for a class you will not be billed until you are actually enrolled in that class. If you register for a class after our billing cycle, you will be charged on the next month's billing statement.
When is my payment due?
Payments are due the 19th of the month. However, if you are on the End of Term payment plan: Summer session is due September 19th, Fall is due February 19th, J-Term and Spring session are due July 19th.
