Admission Fee
A $15 non-refundable admission application fee will be required of all first-time applicants for admission.
Books and Supplies
Missouri State University-West Plains students purchase their own books. Typically, a full-time student can expect to spend approximately $350 per semester for books and supplies. Actual book costs will vary based on the number and type of courses taken and whether students buy new or used books. The total cost also is reduced for those who sell their books at the end of the semester.
Deferred Payment Plan
Missouri State University-West Plains has a Deferred Payment Plan which allows students to defer payment of required student fees and residence hall charges.
Fee payment deadlines are announced during registration. The required student fees and residence hall charges, if applicable, must be paid in monthly installments with the balance being paid in full by the fifteenth of the month preceding the end of the semester.
There will be a total of three scheduled payment dates per semester beginning in September and ending in November for the fall semester and beginning in February and ending in April for the spring semester. There will be a total of two scheduled payment dates beginning in June and ending in July for the summer semester. Required student fees must be paid in full no later than the 15th day of November during the fall semester, the 15th day of April during the spring semester, and the 15th day of July during the summer semester.
Additional terms and conditions of the Deferred Payment Plan are printed on the reverse of the Registration Request form and are available by going to http://www.wp.missouristate.edu/BusinessServices/EnrollmentAgreement.htm#Deferred. Flyers which describe the plan, the finance charges, and the payment schedule are available in the Business Office located in Looney Hall Room 204.
Diploma
A $20 fee is assessed for the issuance of a duplicate diploma.
Graduation Fee
A $55 fee is required at least three weeks before graduation.
A $20 fee is charged for the second and for each successive degree received by students graduating with multiple associate degrees. This fee must be paid before students will be eligible to receive their additional diplomas and final transcripts indicating the completion of multiple degrees. A $20 fee is charged for each subsequent repeat of the CAAP test.
Health Services Fee
A $20 Health Services Fee is assessed each fall and spring semester to students enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours. Contact the Office of the Dean of Student Services for information.
Housing Deposit
A $100 housing security deposit is required of all applicants for on-campus housing.
Housing Fees
Grizzly House:
Fall 2007 and Spring 2008
With Room (double occupancy) and Board (20-meal-per-week plan):
| Fall | Spring | Total |
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| $2,316 | $2,316 | $4,632 |
Summer 2008
With Room and Board ($200 debit plan):
| Double Room | $980 |
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| Single Room | $1,182 |
Utilities are included in the above rates. Payment—Fees can be paid in semester payments or installment payments. Single occupancy (one student in a bedroom) may be approved for the fall and spring semester only if space is available. An additional charge of $202 per semester will be made for single occupancy.
All housing contracts are for the entire academic year (excluding those contracts entered into for the summer session.) The cancellations policy is explained in the housing contract. The residence hall is closed during Thanksgiving vacation, semester break, and spring vacations. Special arrangements may be made, however, for students requiring housing during these periods.
Rates and policies are subject to change without notice.
Identification Card Fee
First-time freshmen will be issued an ID card during STudent Advising and Registration (STAR) Orientation. Although the Student Help Desk in the Lybyer Open Lab issues photo ID cards during regular lab hours throughout the semester, students, faculty, and staff members who need a card are encouraged to obtain one no later than the second week of classes. Student cards are needed for various University functions, such as checking out books from the library, student discounts, etc. A student’s first identification card is available at no cost. A $5 fee is assessed for the replacement of a lost student identification card.
Late Admission Application Fee
A $15 non-refundable fee, in addition to the regular application fee, will be charged to individuals making application for admission after the stipulated deadline (see Academic Calendar). The late application fee is waived for students registering for short courses, workshops, seminars, and other special courses which do not begin until after the regular (fall, spring, or summer) semester/session has begun. If a student feels extenuating circumstances exist, the student may submit a written appeal, citing the grounds for the appeal, within 10 days of receiving the notification of indebtedness. Students may appeal this fee in writing to a committee chaired by the Dean of Student Services.
Late Registration Fee
A $15 fee will be charged to students who register after the stipulated deadline (see Academic Calendar). The late registration fee is waived for students registering for short courses, workshops, seminars, and other special courses which do not begin until after the regular (fall, spring, or summer) semester/session has begun. The fee does not apply to students who have already registered and wish to add a class. If a student feels extenuating circumstances exist, the student may submit a written appeal, citing the grounds for the appeal, within 10 days of receiving the notification of indebtedness. Students may appeal this fee in writing to a committee chaired by the Dean of Student Services.
Non-Residential Meal Plans
Non-Residential Meal Plans, Fall 2007 and Spring 2008:
| Two Meals per Week | $157 |
|---|---|
| Three Meals per Week | $227 |
| Four Meals per Week | $268 |
| Five Meals per Week | $333 |
The non-residential meal plans are one academic semester (fall or spring) in length. Each plan begins with breakfast on the first day of classes and ends with the evening meal on the last day of final examinations. Thanksgiving break, spring break, weekends, and the period between semesters are not included in the plans. Three-day breaks (e.g., Labor Day, President’s Day, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) are included. Meal plans are non-transferable and non-cumulative. State tax is included in the total cost.
Policies Regarding Payment of Fees
The purpose of this section is to inform students of the actions which may be taken when fees assessed by the University are not paid in a timely fashion. Since the minimum payment option is based on a semester’s charges and billing dates, all accounts must be paid in full by the end of the semester. Any amounts remaining unpaid at the end of a semester will be billed in full and are not subject to minimum payment. A collection charge of $5 may be assessed on any balance which is past due for a period of more than 10 days. Past due amounts will prevent a student from registering for the next semester or from receiving diplomas or transcripts. Students who have already registered for a subsequent semester with a past due amount on their record will have their future registration canceled. Failure to pay will result in the student being reported to a credit service.
If a student makes payment by check and that check is not honored by the student’s bank, the student will be notified and must make restitution within 10 days from receipt of notification. When a student has unpaid charges which are over 30 days past due or has otherwise failed to make satisfactory arrangements for the settlement of a University account, the University may place an encumbrance on the student’s record which will prevent registration for future semesters and the release of transcripts and diplomas, as well as access by the student to other University services except where an emergency medical situation may exist; withhold the student’s payroll checks (for student employees) or refunds issued through University offices until the debt is repaid; remove the student from University housing; and/or disenroll the student. Failure to repay short term loans by the specified date could make a student ineligible for future financial assistance.
Inquiries regarding unpaid charges should be directed to the Business Office, Missouri State University-West Plains, 128 Garfield Ave., West Plains, MO 65775, phone (417) 255-7260. Should a student feel that a notification of indebtedness is incorrect, the student may submit a written appeal, citing the grounds for the appeal, within 10 days of receiving the notification of indebtedness.
Refund Policy for Drops and Withdrawals
Students who withdraw from the University or drop a course prior to the 41st day of the fall or spring semester will receive a partial refund of the required student fees (or a change in their fee assessment if all fees have not been paid) provided the student completes the formal withdrawal or drop process. Students who are enrolled in the Deferred Payment Plan are responsible for any unpaid amount of fees after the refund or reassessment.
If a student receives a scholarship, grant, or loan from the University, the refund is used to repay the scholarship, grant, or loan. A refund is made to the student only if the refund exceeds the amount of the award from the University. For students who are recipients of Federal Title IV student aid, refunds will be made in accordance with all applicable federal regulations.
Refer to the “Academic Regulations” section of this catalog for information regarding the drop and withdrawal policies and procedures. Refer to the appropriate semester class schedule for specific deadline dates. Semester class schedules are available in the Office of Registration and Records.
The date used in determining the refund of fees shall be the date an official withdrawal or drop form is processed in the Office of Registration and Records.
If a student drops or withdraws from a full-semester course during the fall or spring semester, the refund shall be as follows:
On or before the second day of classes in the semester:
100% of Required Student Fees
Days 3 through 10 of the semester:
90% of Required Student Fees
Days 11 through 20 of the semester:
50% of Required Student Fees
Days 21 through 40 of the semester:
25% of Required Student Fees
After the 40th class day of the semester:
No refund
Refunds for block courses and the summer session are proportionate to the length of the above refund periods. Specific dates and deadlines may be obtained from the Office of Registration and Records and are printed in the appropriate semester class schedules.
Students who drop or withdraw from intersessions, workshops, and short courses may receive a 70 percent refund depending on beginning and ending dates of the course and the date of drop or withdrawal. Contact the Office of Registration and Records for information on courses that do not meet for the full semester.
Please Note: Routine exceptions are made to the above refund schedule for students who drop and then replace those hours with added hours during the change of schedule period only. Such drops are credited at 100 percent for an even exchange of hours. Because courses should not be added after the change of schedule period, dropped courses and added courses (including section changes) will not be considered an even exchange and will result in an additional financial obligation for the student.
Residence for Fee Purposes
Because Missouri State University-West Plains is a state-assisted institution, the fees for Missouri residents are lower than those for non-residents. A student’s residence status is determined at the time of admission according to a policy recommended by the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education and adopted by the Missouri State University Board of Governors. Copies of this policy are available on request from the Office of Admissions. Current students seeking a change in their resident classification should contact that office.
Exceptions to the Fee Refund Policies
Exceptions to the drop and withdrawal fee refund policy are granted when a documented University error has occurred. Exceptions also may be granted when the deadline is missed by a few days due to documented exceptional circumstances which were beyond the control of the student. Appeals to the refund policy must be made in writing to the Assistant Dean within one month of the drop or withdrawal and must be accompanied by documentation of the circumstances.
Returned Check Fee
A fee of $20 will be charged for each check presented to the University that is not honored by the bank on which the check is drawn. If the returned check was used to pay the required student fees, the student will be assessed the late registration fee in addition to the returned check charge.
Student Activity Fee
All students are required to pay a $12 activity fee per fall/spring semesters, and a $3.50 activity fee per summer semester. Some exceptions may apply. See fee schedule for details. This fee covers the cost of access to the Civic Center Pool and Fitness Center, tickets to University/Community Programs theater events, and organizational support for Student Life. The pool and fitness center can be accessed during regular operational hours with a student ID card. Tickets to theater events are available at the Civic Center Box Office on a first come basis with a student identification card. The organizational support fund establishes a funding source for student organization needs. The Student Government Association (SGA) governs this fund.
Supplemental Course Fees
Supplemental course fees may be assessed on courses or sections of courses to cover the cost of specialized supplies, equipment, or services for instructional purposes provided by the University to all students enrolled in the course. They are in addition to routine instructional expenses. Such courses and fees are identified below and will be assessed at the time of registration. Students also should be aware that other courses may require the student to purchase specialized materials.
Course fees approved by the Board of Governors and assessed on all sections:
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In laboratory classes, a student responsible for unusual breakage or loss of equipment is held liable for such breakage or loss and charged accordingly.
Transcripts
A $20 fee will be charged for transcripts sent via express or overnight mail. (No fee is charged for transcripts issued to the student or sent via regular mail.)
All transcript requests must be in writing to the Missouri State University-West Plains Office of Registration and Records, 128 Garfield Ave., West Plains, MO 65775, and must include the following before the request will be processed.
- Student’s full name and any former names
- Student’s ID number or social security number
- Student’s birthdate
- Last semester of attendance
- Student’s current address including day phone number
- Address to which transcript is to be mailed
- Student’s signature to authorize the release of transcript
West Plains Campus
Resident And Non-Resident Required Student Fees
Fall 2007 And Spring 2008
Basic Fees for Fall 2007, Spring 2008 and Summer 2008 per credit hour charge
Basic Fees will be assessed based on the following:
*Non-Missouri residents will be assessed resident student rates when enrolling in fewer than seven hours for the Fall or Spring semester or fewer than five hours for the summer.
| Missouri Resident | Non-Residents* | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Fee (except for NUR and RST prefix courses) | $102 | $204 |
| Basic Fee for NUR (Nursing) and RST (Respiratory Therapy) prefix courses, except for RST 120 | $130 | $260 |
Courses audited are counted in the same way as courses taken for credit in determining fees. Students enrolled at Missouri State University-West Plains through the off-campus high school dual enrollment program are charged 50 percent of the basic fee for a Missouri resident.
Online courses are assessed at the resident rate.
#If a student is enrolled in more than 12 hours (in a combination of online courses and regular courses) the Computer Usage Fee or the Technology Fee is assessed on all credit hours beyond 12 hours at $5.00 per credit hour ($2.50 Summer) up to an additional $60.00 ($30.00 Summer) maximum per fee.
Student Services Fees for Fall 2007 and Spring 2008
| Capital Projects Fee | $15 |
|---|---|
| Health Services Fee | $20 for 6 credit hours or more |
| Student Activity Fee | $12 |
| Computer Usage or Technology Fee | $5 per credit hour (1 hour-$5, 2 hours -$10, 3 hours-$15, etc.)# |
Student Services Fee for Summer 2008
| Capital Projects Fee | $15 |
|---|---|
| Student Activity Fee | $3.50 |
| Computer Usage or Technology Fee | $2.50 per credit hour (1 hour-$2.50, 2 hours -$5, 3 hours-$7.50, etc.)# |
Students taking only on-line courses or a combination of online and on-campus courses (enrolled in a total of 6 hours or more) have the option to self-pay $20 for the health services benefit and/or $12 for the student activity fee. Students must pay the fee(s) no later than the close of business the last date to register for each semester.
Students taking online courses and non-degree seeking students enrolled in one or two credit hours are not charged Student Services Fees (except for the Technology Fee for online courses).
Houston Higher Education Center Courses are not charges Student Services Fees.
The required student fee schedule is subject to revision by the Board of Governors without notice.