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IN-STATE STUDENTS (New Hampshire Residents)
- $210.00 per credit*
- A member of the Armed Forces of the United States stationed in this state under military orders, or stationed in a contiguous state but temporarily living in NH, shall be entitled to classification for himself/herself, spouse and dependent children as in-state for tuition purposes so long as said orders remain in effect and residence in New Hampshire is continued. Furthermore, military personnel who are residents of another state but choose NH as their residence within 90 days of being discharged from the military will be considered NH residents and charged in-state tuition. VA students enrolled under the Veterans Educational Assistant Improvement Acts of 2010 will be charged in-state tuition.
NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL STUDENTS (CT, MA, ME, RI, VT)
- $315.00 per credit*
- Student must be matriculated in a program, and must indicate eligibility on the application for admission to The College.
OUT OF STATE STUDENTS
- $478.00 per credit*
The tuition rate is subject to the approval of the Board of Trustees and is subject to change without notice.
CHANGE OF STATUS
Any student who has, on his/her first admission to the system, been classified as Out-of-State or New England Regional for tuition purposes, may apply to the college Admissions Office for a change of residency status on or before September 1 for the subsequent Fall semester, on or before January 1 for the subsequent Spring semester, and on or before June 1 for the subsequent summer term provided that the student satisfies NH residency requirements.
COLLEGE COSTS/EXPENSES 2011-2012
*Day Tuition Rates
| New Hampshire Resident | $210.00 per credit |
| New England Regional Student Program (NERSP) | $315.00 per credit |
| Out-of-State or International Students | $478.00 per credit |
Evening/Weekend/100% Online Tuition Rate
| Evening Courses (classes beginning 5pm or later) | $210.00 per credit |
| Weekend Courses | $210.00 per credit |
| 100% Online Courses (does not include Hybrid courses) | $210.00 per credit |
Fees (required)
| Placement Testing (Accuplacer) | $ 15.00 |
| Orientation Fee | $ 30.00 |
| Application Fee | $ 20.00 |
| Nursing Clinical Surcharge (per semester) | $350.00 |
| Academic Instruction Fee (formerly lab fee) (May be charged for noncredit classes) | $ 60.00 per credit |
| Student Comprehensive Fee | $ 9.00 per credit |
| Graduation Fee | $ 100.00 |
| (Additional degrees or certificates in the same semester) | $ 10.00 each |
| Transcript Fee | $ 3.00 |
| Transcript Fee if faxed | $ 8.00 |
| Deferred Payment Fee | $ 30.00 |
| Late Payment Fee | $ 50.00 |
OTHER FEES
| Diploma Replacement Fee | $ 20.00 |
| Replacement College ID Card Fee (First card is free) | $ 10.00 |
| College Level Examination Program Administrative Fee | $ 15.00 |
| Proctor Exam Fee (non-CCSNH students) | $ 50.00 |
| Student Insurance (Based on 2011-12 Academic Year prices) | |
| Student Accident Only Coverage / 12 Months | $ 280.00 |
| Student Accident & Sickness Coverage / 12 Months | $ 898.00 |
| Student & Family Accident Only Coverage / 12 Months | $1126.00 |
| Student & Family Accident & Sickness Coverage / 12 Months | $6469.00 |
OTHER COSTS (These required costs are estimated and vary depending on program.)
| Textbooks and other Materials - estimated per semester | $ 600.00 |
| Criminal Background Check Fee | $ 60.00 |
| Hospitality - Intro to Hospitality (HOSP 110) Travel Fee | $ 50.00 |
| Massage Therapy - Technology Student Liability Insurance | $ 20.00 |
| Massage Therapy - Supplies - Portable Table, Uniform, Sheets, Lotions, etc. | $ 800.00 |
| Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy State Licensing Exam | $ 125.00 |
| Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy National Exam (NCETMB) | $ 225.00 |
| Nursing - NLN Preadmission RN Examination | $ 70.00 (up to) |
| Nursing - Nursing Uniforms, Accessories, Supplies | $ 150.00 |
| Nursing - Nursing Lab Pack | $ 106.00 |
| Nursing - Technology Student Liability Insurance | $ 20.00 |
| Nursing - NCLEX (Nursing) Licensing Exam | $ 250.00 |
| Nursing - ATI Nursing Testing (per semester) | $ 109.00 |
| Surgical Technology - Technology Student Liability Insurance | $ 20.00 |
| Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology Tool Kit | $ 100.00 |
| Surgical Technology - Certification Exam | $ 95.00 |
| Surgical Technology - National Board of Surgical Technologist and Surgical Assisting - CST Examination | $ 190.00 |
| Veterinary Technology - Radiation Badge Fee | $ 110.00 |
| Veterinary Technology - Technology Student Liability Insurance | $ 20.00 |
| Veterinary Technology - Rabies Vaccine | $ 625.00 |
*Tuition rate is subject to approval of the Board of Trustees and is subject to change without notice.
CREDIT BY EXAMINATION
A fee of $25.00 per credit, plus all direct costs associated with providing a laboratory portion of an exam, will be charged to a student wishing to receive credit by examination.
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING/EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Students will be assessed a fee based on 50% of the current tuition rate on the total credits awarded (e.g., for 12 credits awarded: 0.50 x current tuition rate x 12 credits).
NURSING CLINICAL SURCHARGE
All nursing students taking clinical courses will be charged a nursing clinical surcharge of $350 per semester. This surcharge is designed to assist in covering the increased expenses associated with clinical classes. This fee is in addition to the lab fee. Explanation: The New Hampshire Board of Nursing adopted a change in the chapter 600:11 of administrative rules. This chapter dictates the number of students that may be supervised by one faculty member in a clinical setting. The rule changed the student/faculty ratio from 10:1 to 8:1, which has impacted clinical supervision costs. The Board of Nursing governs the instruction offered to nursing students and the Community College System must comply with their rules which took effect June 26, 1998.
PROTESTED CHECKS
A fee of $35 will be charged for any check protested or returned for nonsufficient funds.
LIBRARY FINES
Students will be assessed a fine of $.25 per item/per day for all overdue library materials.
ACADEMIC INSTRUCTION FEE
A fee will be charged for all Laboratory/Clinic/Practicum/Co-op/Internship or other similar experiences. This fee is calculated by subtracting the number of lecture hours from the number of credit hours and multiplying the remainder by $60 for each course. This fee will be added to the normal tuition charge for that course. (See example.) Fee will be charged to all students with no exceptions.
EXAMPLE:
Lec Lab Credit
BIOL110 A&P I 3 3 4
(4 credits - 3 lecture hours = 1 x 60 = $60)
DIRECTED/INDEPENDENT STUDY
Directed/Independent Study courses follow the same registration and credit fees charged as other courses and will be charged the day rate and based on residency. Lab fees will also be charged if appropriate.
COMPREHENSIVE FEE
$9 per credit - This fee is charged for every credit in each credit-bearing course regardless of the number of credits taken.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Adult learners aged 65 and over and who are NH residents may enroll in credit courses at a tuition cost of 50% at Great Bay Community College two days prior to the start of classes if space is available. The Academic Instruction Fee and other fees must be paid by the student. Full tuition and other fees will be charged for all non credit, enrichment, professional development, and recertification classes.
Payment of Tuition Deposit and Orientation Fee
Applicants accepted as students in Massage Therapy, Nursing, Surgical Technology, and Veterinary Technology only must pay a non-refundable tuition deposit of $100 upon notification of acceptance (by May 1st for Fall semester). The deposit reserves a place for the student and is applied toward the first semesters tuition. An Orientation fee of $30.00 is required of all students in the semester that the student matriculates.
Payment of Tuition and Fees
Billing for tuition and fees is coordinated through the College's Business Office. Bills are mailed approximately 30 days prior to the beginning of each semester. Payment or arrangement for payment must be made ten (10) business days before the semester starts to be officially considered registered. For late registration, payment in full must be made upon registration. Discover, Visa/MasterCard, check, or cash are accepted as payment. Students awaiting scholarships or financial aid awards to cover tuition may request a deferred payment through the Business Office subject to the approval of the President. Payment plans are available at the College business office through Nelnet Business Solutions. If payment or arrangement for payment is not made, students are not considered officially registered and will be administratively withdrawn, but remain responsible for tuition and fees.
NOTE: A student may be academically withdrawn during the semester for nonpayment, and will be responsible for all tuition and fees.
Collection Clause
The following clause is included on college forms, with areas for student signature, signifying their understanding of their financial obligations:
"I understand by registering for courses at Great Bay, I am financially obligated for ALL costs related to the registered course(s). Upon a drop or withdrawal, I understand I will be responsible for all charges as noted in the student catalog and handbook. I further understand that if I do not make payment in full, my account may be reported to the credit bureau and/or turned over to an outside collection agency. I also understand I will be responsible for the costs of the outside collection agency, any legal fees, and any bounced check fees under RSA 6:11, which will add significant cost to my existing account balance."
Veterans
The Registrar verifies veteran registrations two weeks after classes begin. Veterans are responsible for payment of tuition and fees pending the receipt of benefits.
TUITION REFUND POLICY
Credit and Non-Credit Courses
All refunds require that the student complete an official withdrawal form. Effective Fall Semester, 2011, students who officially withdraw from the
college or an individual course by the end of the fourteenth (14th) calendar day of the semester will receive a 100% refund of tuition, less nonrefundable
fees. Students in classes that meet in a format shorter than the traditional semester (15-16 weeks) will have seven (7) calendar days
from the designated start of the class to withdraw for a full refund. If the seventh (7th) or fourteenth (14th ) calendar day falls on a weekend or
holiday, the drop refund date will be the first business day following the weekend or holiday. Exception: students in courses that meet for two
weeks or fewer must drop by the end of the first day of the class in order to get a 100% refund. Students registered for non-credit workshops/
professional training must withdraw in writing at least three business days prior to the first session to receive a full refund of tuition and fees.
Refunds take approximately four to six weeks to be processed. If the college cancels a class, tuition and Academic Instruction fees will be refunded.
The College President or designee may grant a tuition refund or tuition credit under extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis, such as military activation, administrative error or documented long term illness. In order to receive a tuition credit, supporting information such as physician's note, hospital confirmation, military assignment, etc. must be provided. Students wishing to be considered for an exception must still complete the add/drop form. The complete procedures for students with extenuating circumstances can be obtained in the Office of the Vice President of Student Services.
Return of Title IV Funds: Mandated by Law
Students who withdraw from school before the 60% point in a semester will have to repay a portion or all of their Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG grant, and Federal Perkins Loan funds to the United States Department of Education. In terms of Federal Family Education Loans (Stafford student loans) the unearned portion of the loan money will be returned to the student's lender. The exact amount required to be returned will vary depending on the amount of grant and loan money the student received and at what point in time the student withdraws from the College.
In addition, the student will be liable for the balance owed the College for tuition and fees. The student will receive a revised statement of account for the expenses incurred which will include the reduction and or loss of Federal Title IV funds. Students who choose to withdraw from the College must complete a College Withdrawal Form. This form must be signed by the student and various campus offices and then be returned to the Registrar's office.
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