FAQ's

How much does it cost to attend UIW?

A detailed listing of our tuition and fees can be found on the Tuition and Fees page of our website and in the Course Schedule.

What is banded tuition?

Banded tuition applies to any student taking 12-18 hours of coursework. 

By when do I have to pay tuition?

You must pay your tuition in full or set up a payment plan on or before the last day to make payment arrangements. The dates are published in the University Course Schedule (Academic Calendar).

What if I don't make payment arrangements?

If a balance remains outstanding on your account after the first day of class for the semester, and you do not make payment arrangements, an automatic hold is placed on your account.  The hold will prevent you from receiving transcripts and from registering for the coming semester.  If you will be graduating and a hold remains on your account, your diploma, as well as your transcripts will be held until payment is made in full.

If I will be using my Work-study checks to pay off my balance, do I have to sign them over before they are applied to my account?

Yes.  For every semester that your work-study checks will cover your balance you must sign an authorization form that allows the Business Office to deposit those funds directly to your student account. You can download an authorization form from this website, or you can come by the Business Office and complete the Authorization form.

What is the Records Fee?

The Records Fee is a one-time fee charged to all students to cover the cost of institutional records (i.e., transcripts) requested.  * Transcripts will be available to you at no charge.

*  Additional charge for faxed copies and same day service requests.

Why do I get charged a Graduation Fee?

The Graduation Fee is charged the semester that the student will be graduating.  It is a fee assessed by the Registrar's Office in order to process all the paperwork for the student.

What is a Late Application for Graduation Fee?

The Registrar's Office has scheduled deadlines for turning in the proper paperwork associated with graduation.  Failure to meet these deadlines may result in a Late Application for Graduation Fee.  

What is the University Fee?

The University fee covers use of our campus facilities.

What is the Student Services Fee?

The Student Services fee is assessed to all students for the purpose of utilizing the Student Services, Athletics and Technology services. 

What is a Change of Schedule Fee?

The Change of Schedule Fee is charged for adding/dropping a class.  Refer to the Academic Calendar found in the Course Schedule for deadlines.

Do I have to buy the school insurance?

All full-time domestic students and all international students are required to participate in the student accident and sickness insurance plan. This plan protects students 24 hours a day, whether at home, school, or while traveling. The insurance plan is also available for dependents. This coverage is in effect during the interim vacation periods. Participation in intercollegiate athletics is not covered. Brochures that describe student health insurance cost and coverage details are available from the Office of Health Services, Business Office or by logging on to: www.sas-mn.com.

Can I add my dependents on the school insurance?

Yes.  You may add your dependents to the school insurance, but payment is due at the time that the addition is requested, dependent coverage is only available if the student enrolls in the University Insurance Program.  Complete form at the Business Office.

How long do I have to submit an insurance waiver?

  

Beginning Fall 2007 the University will accept Student Health Insurance waivers for Domestic students. Only domestic students are allowed to waive insurance, International Students are not allowed to waive coverage per University of the Incarnate Word policy.  Waivers will only be accepted online to STUDENT ASSURANCE SERVICES, INC. (www.sas-mn.com), on or before the stated waiver deadline published in the respective course schedule ( See Academic Calendar).

 

Do I have to pay for a parking decal?

Every student is automatically billed for a parking decal.  If you do not require a parking permit, you must submit a parking waiver on or before the stated waiver deadline published in the respective course schedule.

What if I lose my parking decal?

You can obtain a new parking decal at the Business Office, the fee for a replacement permit is the full-time charge for the respective semester.

How long do I have to submit parking waivers?

The completed form must be submitted to the Business Office to insure proper credit.  You can pick parking waivers up at the Business Office or you can download a copy of this form from our website. Parking waivers must be submitted on or before the stated waiver deadline published in the respective course schedule.

When can I expect to receive my refund check?

After the 100% drop date and within 14 days after all of your financial aid comes in and covers your entire balance.

What if my loans don't come in on time?

It is your responsibility to file your applications with the Office of Financial Assistance within a reasonable time frame.  The Office of Financial Assistance should be able to estimate the time it will take in order for your loan to be processed and received.  It is the student's responsibility to review their monthly billing statement in order to assure that proper credit has been issued.

Can I still receive transcripts if I have a balance?

No.  Every student wanting to pick up transcripts must have a zero balance before they can obtain a transcript. 

Can I still register if I have a balance?

A hold will be placed on your account preventing you from registering for classes if a balance remains outstanding on your account.  If you can not make your payment in full, you must make payment arrangements prior to registration at the Business Office.  Making payment arrangements does not guarantee the right to registration.    

Can I lower or increase my meal plan?

You need to contact Residence Life in order to make any changes to your current meal plan.  They are the only ones authorized to make changes to your meal plan.  You can reach the Office of Residence Life at 829-6034.

Does the University offer a meal plan for students not living on campus?

Yes.  The University offers a meal plan for students not living on campus.  Students are allowed to purchase meal points in increments of $25.  The full amount must be paid at the time that meal points are requested.  Ask to purchase a commuter plan at the Business Office. 

What if I don't use all my meal points?

If you are a resident and do not use all of your points, you will lose them at the end of the Spring semester.  If you own a commuter meal plan and have meal points still left, the amount of meal points left on your account end of day, May 31 will be credited to your student account, only upon request.

How does bookstore credit work?

Bookstore credit is awarded only to those students who will have an excess in guaranteed financial aid monies after their entire balance is paid in full.  The remaining amount will be placed on your account and you will be able to purchase books at the University Bookstore by using your student ID card.

The bookstore amount is not to exceed $500 for full-time Fall/Spring students, $250 for Graduate students and $250 for ADCAP students.

The bookstore amount is not to exceed $450 for full-time Summer students, $250 for Graduate students and $200 for ADCAP students.

What if I don't use all my bookstore credit?

If you do not use all of your bookstore credit, the remaining amount will be credited to your student account.  If your account is paid in full then a refund check will be issued to you at the end of the Fall/Spring and Summer semesters.

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