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Student Fees

Required student fees support programs, services, facilities on campus and online for which state funds are not available and/or cannot be used. Fees are necessary to serve our students while they are here and they help us protect, maintain, and operate our campus even when they are not.

These fees are mandatory, required for all main campus and distance education programs, and cannot be waived.

For an estimated cost of attendance, per academic year, please visit the Estimated Cost of Attendance.

About Ed & Tech, Security, & University Fees

These fees are mandatory, required for all main campus and distance education programs, and cannot be waived. Required fees are billed per credit hour and used to fund the services, facilities and programs offered by the Student Center, Health Services, Department of Health & Exercise Studies, Athletics Department, and other departments.

Ed & Tech Fee - The Ed & Tech Fee is used by colleges & schools to equip & operate computing & scientific laboratories, which supplement classroom instruction.  The fee is also used by central administration to support & maintain the technical infrastructure on campus.

Security Fee - The Security Fee is used to assist in campus-based & UNC system-wide safety & security initiatives, staffing & security measures. The fee is used for campus police officer compensation, trained investigators, & hearing officers for reports of serious offenses, Title IX & Clery Act compliance coordination, & substance abuse counselors, case managers, and/or other counseling staff.

University Fees - The University Fees support services, facilities & programs offered by departments on campus. See our University Fees Breakdown below for more information.

  • Undergraduate Fall & Spring

    2024-2025 UG Fall & Spring - Main Campus Per Credit Hour

    Ed & Tech Fees: $23.46

    Security Fees: $2.50

    University Fees: $95.40

     

    2024-2025 UG Fall & Spring - Distance Education Per Credit Hour

    Association of Student Gov. Fee: $0.05

    Ed & Tech Fees: $23.46

    Security Fees: $2.50

  • 2024-2025 UG Summer -Main Campus Per Credit Hour

    Coming March 2025!

     

    2024-2025 UG Summer - Distance Education Per Credit Hour

    Coming March 2025!

  • 2024-2025 GR Fall & Spring - Main Campus Per Credit Hour

    Ed & Tech Fees: $31.28

    Security Fees: $3.34

    University Fees: $127.20

     

    2024-2025 GR Fall & Spring - Distance Education Per Credit Hour

    Association of Student Gov. Fee: $0.06

    Ed & Tech Fees: $31.28

    Security Fees: $3.34

  • 2024-2025 GR Summer - Main Campus Per Credit Hour

    Coming March 2025!

     

    2024-2025 GR Summer - Distance Education Per Credit Hour

    Coming March 2025!

University Fee Breakdown

The breakdown below explains what makes up your required university fee. The amounts shown below are annual rates (not including summer) and are required for all main campus programs and cannot be waived.

Required fees are used to fund the services, facilities & programs offered by the Student Center, Health Services, Department of Health & Exercise Studies, Athletics Department & other departments.

The total university fee annually (Fall/Spring) is $2,279.50 or $1,139.75 per semester.

Not sure what the university fees support? Be sure to check out the university fees support section below!

The Athletic Fee supports the intercollegiate athletic program. The fee supports athletic department salaries, team travel & operations.

The Student Health Services Fee supports medical & counseling services to students. The fee is used for salaries, maintenance, & operation of the student health center.

The Media Fee is used to defray the cost of the various campus-wide student publications including the student newspaper, literary magazine, & radio station, & TV channel.

This fee is allocated to the Student Government for distribution of Campus organization for activities they deem are in the best interest of the student body.

The Student Union Fee supports the operation & programming of the Student Union.

The Recreation & Intramural Fee is used to defray the cost of operating & maintaining the intramural recreational sports program & other physical education programs.

The Postal Fee defrays the cost of maintaining a full-service U.S. Postal Service contract station.

The Athletic Facility Operations Fee supports the cost of regular maintenance of the athletic facilities, fields, & grounds including the cost of salaries & benefits for maintenance workers, irrigation, utilities, & event staff.

The Cultural Events Fee supports initiatives organized by offices & departments across campus including events & activities related to the arts, & community engagement.

The ID/Debit Card Fee supports the University’s ID Card operations & support. The ID card is used for identification purposes, a library card, & as a campus card for dining & vending purchases.  This fee does not cover a replacement card of a lost or stolen card.

The Leadership Fee supports the Leadership Center & the mission to cultivate a dynamic, experiential, & student-centered environment that provides opportunities for leadership education & civic engagement.

The Student Services Fee funds the commencement events.

The Green Initiative Fee provides funding to promote sustainability & green ambassador efforts.

This fee is pledged to support the renovation & expansion of the student recreation center.

This fee is pledged to support the renovation & expansion of the student recreation fields.

This fee is pledged to support the renovation & expansion of the Student Union.

Supports the campus transportation shuttle system. The shuttle serves to provide the campus with efficient & safe campus transportation, reduce vehicular congestion & decrease the demand for proximity parking.

This fee of $1.00 is charged for all UNC institutions to help finance the Association of Student Governments, a coalition of student leaders from across the state.

Course Fees

A course attribute fee is a unique code assigned to a course that will charge an additional fee, such as liability insurance. Additionally, there are some program & course fees charged by departments.

Be sure to check out our glossary of terms for helpful definitions.

Fees are Refundable Until the Add/Drop Date

All tuition & fees are 100% refundable up until the final add/drop date. The fees are removed from the student account for courses that are dropped by the specified date.

Fees are Prorated After the Add/Drop Period

After the add/drop period, tuition & fees refunds are prorated for complete withdrawals from the university. The prorated withdrawal rate is based upon the effective withdrawal date from the university.

Internship Course Credit Requires Liability Coverage

All UNCW students earning course academic credit for internships, including but not limited to #498 or #598, plus any courses in which the Department as designated as needed, are required to subscribe for liability coverage prior to beginning an internship. See your faculty internship supervisor or advisor for details. Any class that is taking students off campus or has them working with the public will have student liability insurance added to the course.

Additional Fees for Proctored Distance Education/Extension Courses

For Distance Education/Extension courses that require proctored exams, there may be additional fees for the verification of student identity. Students may also be required to find an independent testing facility for these exams. Contact the course instructor for more information.

 

Department Feed

Detail Code: 4522

Reported on 1098T: No

Students who attend UNCW in the Fall, then go to a partner university for the specialization, incur a cost of extended enrollment at UNCW of USD 400 per semester, including Summers, beginning with the second Spring semester enrolled.

Attribute Code: F032

Detail Code: 2525

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Students who do not complete their theses by the end of the second Fall/Spring semester will be subject to a per semester fee until the thesis is completed. Students who attend UNCW for the Spring specialization, incur a cost of extended enrollment of USD 1,000 per semester, including summers, beginning with the second spring semester enrolled.

Attribute Code: F033

Detail Code: 2525

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F010

Detail Code: 2525

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F010

Detail Code: 2551

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F010

Detail Code: 2526

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F010

Detail Code: 2536

Reported on 1098T: Yes

The cost of the IMBA program is paid to UNCW in fall for students who will be attending UNCW for their core classes and in spring for students who will be attending UNCW for their specialization classes and thesis.

Attribute Code: F031

Detail Code: 2524

Reported on 1098T: Yes

The cost of the IMBA program is paid to UNCW in fall for students who will be attending UNCW for their core classes and in spring for students who will be attending UNCW for their specialization classes and thesis.

Attribute Code: F031

Detail Code: 2524

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F010

Detail Code: 2282

Reported on 1098T: Yes

All students in the MA IMC program will be assessed a $25.00 fee per credit hour.

Detail Code: 2537

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F004

Detail Code: 1006 Fall/1106 Spring

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Course: MBA 517

Attribute Code: F075

Detail Code: 2529

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Course: MBA 518

Attribute Code: F076

Detail Code: 2531

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Course: MBA 553

Attribute Code: F077

Detail Code: 2534

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F074

Detail Code: 2532

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Department Feed

Detail Code: 4520

Reported on 1098T: No

 

Attribute Code: F035

Detail Code: 2533

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Attribute Code: F055

Detail Code: 2507

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Attribute Code: F055

Detail Code: 2508

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Attribute Code: F055

Detail Code: Fall 2060/Spring 2160

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Attribute Code: F055

Detail Code: Fall 2030/Spring 2130

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Attribute Code: F055

Detail Code: Fall 2010/Spring 2110

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F012

Detail Code: 2540

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F018

Detail Code: 2550

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F004

Detail Code: 1007 Fall/ 1107 Spring

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F001

Detail Code: 2505

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F001

Detail Code: 2506

Reported on 1098T: Yes

Attribute Code: F001

Detail Code: 2011 Fall/2111 Spring

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F001

Detail Code: 2053 Fall/2153 Spring

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F001

Detail Code: 2070 Fall/2170 Spring

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F002

Detail Code: 2500

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F013

Detail Code: 2547

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 All students in the BS Software Engineering program will be assessed a $38.25 fee per credit hour.

Detail Code: 2538

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F016

Detail Code: 2541

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F017

Detail Code: 2543

Reported on 1098T: Yes

 

Attribute Code: F020

Detail Code: 2543

Reported on 1098T: Yes

The Student Professional Liability Insurance policy provides coverage for students enrolled in and receiving academic credit for courses that carry the insurance attribute. Any class that is taking students off campus or has them working with the public will have student liability insurance added to the course.

Attribute Code: F003

Detail Code: 4258

Reported on 1098T: No

Other Billed Charges

Other departments on campus send charges to the Student Account for varies items. You can find the contact information and example charges here.
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