Fees

*Indicates a fee that is included in any refund calculations.

Application Fee

South University does not charge application fees for any of its programs.  However, some programs (Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Master of Science in Physician Assistant (MSPA), and Master of Medical Science in Anesthesia Science (MMSc) utilize external application processing services and students may be charged a fee for using these services.  Students should contact the Senior Director of Admissions at their desired location to determine if this applies to their program.  Please see the Appendix for specific contact information.

Acceptance Fee

There is a non-refundable $500 acceptance fee for those applicants accepted into Anesthesiologist Assistant program.

There is a non-refundable $1000 acceptance fee for those applicants accepted into the Physician Assistant programs at South University, Austin, South University, Savannah, South University, Tampa and South University, West Palm Beach. There is a $1000 acceptance fee, $900 of which is refundable, for those applicants accepted into the Physician Assistant program at South University, Richmond. Acceptance fees are applied towards tuition.  

There is a nonrefundable $500 acceptance fee for applicants accepted into the Doctor of Pharmacy degree program. The acceptance fee will be applied to the student's first quarter tuition payment. If an applicant accepted into the School of Pharmacy encounters circumstances that prevent their matriculation, any amount paid by the applicant that is above the nonrefundable acceptance fee will be refunded.

The acceptance fees for these programs will be applied to the student's first quarter tuition payment. If an applicant accepted into the Pharmacy or Anesthesiologist Assistant programs encounters circumstances that prevent their matriculation, any amount paid by the applicant that is above the nonrefundable application fee and acceptance fee will be refunded.

International students are required to submit a $500 deposit prior to the beginning of classes; the deposit is refundable in the event a student's F1 visa is not approved and is deducted from the first quarter tuition payment.

Auditing Fee

Audited courses are subject to the same tuition and fees as courses taken for credit. Refer to the Tuition section. Requirements for auditing are published in the Academic Affairs section of this catalog.

Clinical Compliance Tracking System Fee:

New students in the College of Nursing, and those entering the professional phase of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), will pay an initial fee to cover clinical clearance as required by our clinical affiliation agreements, including (but not limited to) background screenings, finger printing, immunization tracking, and any other necessary requirements.  Rates by program are as follows: 

*Fee will be charged upon acceptance into the professional phase of the program. Any additional annual compliance required fees is the responsibility of the student.
^Based on student progression, additional compliance requirements may be necessary and is the responsibility of the student.
^Virginia students are responsible for funding the clinical clearance requirement prior starting the program (CTO SCHEV).

College of Health Professions

Clinical Experience Fee*
There is a Clinical Experience Fee of $1000 per quarter, for Master of Medical Science in Anesthesia Science and Master of Science in Physician Assistant program.  

College of Nursing and Public Health Program Fees

Practicum Evaluation Fee 
There is a nonrefundable $525 practicum evaluation fee charged for each practicum course in all Nursing programs.

*This fee is refundable in accordance with the cancellation refund policies outlined in the Refund of Tuition section of the catalog and for students withdrawing from their course(s) who are residents of Iowa and Wisconsin, per the applicable state refund policy outlined in the Refund of Tuition section of the catalog.

Please visit our Student Consumer Information page to find the average time to completion for continuously enrolled students for each credential level offered. This data is available at the average credit load, full-time or at full load. Changing programs, taking remedial courses, taking time off from coursework, registering for fewer hours or unsuccessful attempts at course completion will increase the total length of the program and overall cost of education from what is disclosed. Transfer credits awarded toward your program will likely decrease the overall length and cost of education.

Digital Textbooks

A digital textbook will be provided for applicable courses and will be automatically secured through South University's contracted third-party vendor. The student cost for digital textbooks will be charged to the student account in addition to tuition. The student cost is per quarter credit hour is $15. There are no digital textbook fees for the hybrid 10-week Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in Leadership (MSL) degree programs.

For the Doctor of Ministry program, the student cost is $400 per quarter for the first six (6) quarters for a customized South University Logos package. The customized South University Logos package is not refundable, and students may not opt out.

For students opting out of the digital textbook, the associated charge will be reversed on the student account after the Drop/Add Period. Not all courses include a Digital Textbook.  Courses that include a Digital Textbook will be noted in the registration material. The purchase of the Digital Textbook is not refundable. Students who do opt out will be responsible for purchasing the required textbook. If a course does not use a Digital Textbook, the student is responsible for purchasing the required textbook.

Provision for Books and Supplies 
South University automatically provides required digital textbooks to its students through a contracted third-party vendor.

The student cost for these digital textbooks is charged to the student's account. This automatic process is the only way to obtain digital textbooks through South University.

Title IV funding will be used to pay for required digital textbooks for students who are eligible. Any books charged in excess of Title IV and other financial aid funding on the student account are the responsibility of the student.

Students may opt out of this method of receiving and paying for required digital textbooks. Opting out means a student will not be able to purchase any digital textbooks through South University.

Students who opt out are still responsible for purchasing their own textbook copies as a requirement for successful completion of South University courses. The opt out selection does not mean students do not have to purchase textbooks - only that they do not want to use South University's automatic system for digital textbook purchases.

If a student opts out of South University's method, the student's account will not be charged, and the student will still be responsible for purchasing the required books for her/his courses.  For courses using a digital textbook, the charge will be reversed on the student account after the Drop/Add Period.

If a student opts out of South University's method, s/he will receive any Title IV credit balance, if one is created for the payment period in question, no later than fourteen (14) calendar days after the first day of class or fourteen (14) calendar days of the date the Title IV credit balance appears on the student account. If a Title IV credit balance is not created and, therefore, the student is not due to receive one, s/he is responsible for purchasing the required books and supplies for her or his courses.

Digital Textbook (for courses using Digital Textbooks) charge information is disclosed on South University's Enrollment Agreement and in the Catalog, or a supplemental disclosure.

Students may request to modify your book selection payment option at any time for a future payment period by contacting the Student Financial Services or Student Accounting Department. The choice cannot be made retroactively.

Diploma Fee

Each student is entitled to have one official diploma sent to them upon graduation. Students may request duplicate diplomas for a fee of $75 each.  

Doctor of Pharmacy Degree Program

Application
Individuals seeking admissions to the Doctor of Pharmacy degree program must apply through PharmCAS, the organization that processes centralized applications to schools of pharmacy in the U.S. Information on the PharmCAS application fee and process can be found at www.pharmcas.org.

Extension Fee (Doctor of Business Administration)

A fee of $200 will be collected for each extension course a student enrolls in to complete the Doctor of Business Administration degree.

Final Project Extension Fee (Doctor of Ministry)

A fee of $200 will be collected for each extension course a student enrolls in to complete the Doctor of Ministry Degree.

Graduation Fee*

A graduation fee of $250 will be collected from each candidate for graduation and is due and payable the quarter in which the candidate is to graduate. If the candidate is to receive a second degree at the same graduation ceremony, an additional fee of $50 will be charged. The fee will be $95 for a second degree awarded at a subsequent graduation ceremony.  

There are no graduation fee for the hybrid 10-week MBA, MBA-HCA, and MSL degree programs. 

International Student Fee

A $400 fee is assessed at the beginning of every quarter for International Students for the continued maintenance of the student's records with the Student Exchange and Visitor Information System while enrolled in classes and during optional practical training. 

 

Membership Fees 

Students in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program may become a student member with full benefits of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) for a yearly fee of $75.00. On campuses with a local Student Occupational Therapy Association, students may join for a nominal fee which may vary by campus.  Students should check with their program director at the campus for additional information.

Students enrolling in the Physician Assistant Studies program will incur a one-time fee for membership in the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA). The current fee of $75 is subject to change. Students are also required to join their respective state chapter Physician Assistant Associations (FAPA, GAPA, TAPA, VAPA) for a nominal fee which may vary by location.

Students in the Physical Therapist Assistant program may become student members of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for a yearly fee of $80.00 plus any state chapter dues.

Nurse Entrance Examination Fee

Applicants for the pre-licensure nursing programs are required to take an entrance examination (TEAS). The fees are the responsibility of the student and must be paid upon registration for the test.

Physical Therapist Assistant Entrance Exam Fee

Applicants for the professional phase of the Physical Therapist Assistant program (AS or AAS) are required to take an entrance examination (ATI TEAS). The fees are the responsibility of the student and must be paid upon registration for the test.

Registration Fee 

The registration fee for all students is $25 per term. This fee applies to all programs and enables the University to invest in systems that will provide seamless registration for students and allow for program planning from matriculation to graduation. 

There are no registration fee for the RN to BSN, hybrid 10-week MBA, MBA-HCA, and MSL degree programs.

Student I.D. Replacement Fee

Photographs for campus-based student IDs are taken during orientation and student IDs are issued to new students during their first week of classes. There is no charge for the initial student ID. Students who lose their IDs may obtain a replacement through the office of the Dean of Student Affairs for a charge of $10 per occurrence.

Students in online programs need to work with their Admissions Representative or Academic Counselor to have a student ID issued.  The student IDs are printed and mailed during the first week of classes. There is no charge for the initial student ID. Students who lose their IDs may obtain a replacement through the same process above for a charge of $10 per occurrence.

Technology Fee* 

The technology fee for all students is $20 per quarter credit hour. The fee does not apply to Pharmacy students; effective with all terms starting on or after January 8, 2024, $150 per quarter will apply to Pharmacy students.

There are no registration fee for the RN to BSN, hybrid 10-week MBA, MBA-HCA, and MSL degree programs.

Transcript Fee

The charge for official copies of transcripts is $10 each. South University has partnered with Parchment to order and send student transcripts securely. Our South University Parchment storefront site makes it easy to place your order through a guided process, and it also outlines delivery options and required fee of $10. Status updates will be sent to the email address that you provide and make tracking your order easier online. To get started please 
visit: https://www.parchment.com/u/registration/34643914/account.