DE LAS CASAS, 19752007
EL CAMPO CATÓLICO Y EL POLÍTICO
Tuition (full-time) ... $ 38,510 Room and Board ... $ 10,020 Student Government Fee ... $ 210 Health Insurance Fee ... $ 165 TOTAL ... $ 48,905 Estimated direct costs are $48,905 for enrollment during the nine-month academic year. This does not include other expenses such as books and supplies, personal expenses, and transportation. Costs may be higher if a student elects courses for which special instruction or services are necessary.
Tuition
Tuition for undergraduate students will be charged each semester (fall and spring) as follows: Full-time (3 to 4.25 units) ...$ 19,255 Overload, per unit ...$ 4,860 Part-time (less than 3 units), per unit ...$ 4,860 Tuition charges for fractional unit courses
will be computed at the per unit rate of...$ 4,860 Refer to the Academic Policies section of this Bulletin for definitions of full-time and part-time stu- dents, as well as overloads and activity units. For full-time students, failure to enroll in 4.25 academic units per term or 0.5 activity units does not accumulate future tuition credit.
All students in the Occupational Therapy 3-2 Program will be charged tuition at the undergradu- ate rate plus the student government fee until such time as a bachelor’s degree is earned or the student is considered in graduate status for financial aid purposes. Once this occurs, the student will be charged on a per unit basis.
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All students enrolled in a Second Baccalaureate program will be charged according to undergrad- uate rates less the student government fee.
Full-time students, alumni, and members of the University of Puget Sound Women’s League may audit, without charge, one class per term, with a maximum of two classes per academic year. Other students will be charged one-half the per unit rate. All auditors will be charged any applicable class instruction fees. Reduced tuition rates are not available to students who change a graded class to an audit class. For a list of nonauditable courses, see the Academic Handbook.
rates for university-owned residences
Room and Board ...$ 10,020 This rate includes a medium meal plan and standard on-campus housing for the fall and spring se- mesters. Costs will be higher for students who elect single rooms and rooms in university houses or Trimble Hall. Vacation periods are excluded.
Housing contracts are for a full academic year, unless otherwise specified. Release from the hous- ing contract requires the approval of a formal petition to the Office of Residence Life. Unless released from their housing contract, students remain responsible for room charges for the year regardless of where they reside.
Health insurance
Puget Sound requires that all full-time students have health insurance coverage.
Students will be billed for health insurance as part of the semester billing process. The annual cost of coverage in 2011-2012 is $165, and the policy coverage extends from August 1 through July 31.
Students will have an opportunity to submit a request for waiver of the university plan provided they are able to demonstrate coverage under a different plan and that this coverage is valid for treatment in the Tacoma metropolitan area. Waivers are only available until the 10th day of the semester, so it is important for those not wishing coverage to submit their waiver information in a timely fashion.
More information on the university’s health insurance plan and waiver option is available at www. pugetsound.edu/healthinsurance.
Applied music Fees
The Applied Music fee is $150 per quarter-unit and is nonrefundable after the beginning of the term. These classes count as academic, not activity, units toward graduation requirements.
Activity and Course Fees
The following course and activity fees are nonrefundable after the last day to drop without record.
Bowling (PE 141) ...$ 80
Golf (PE 152, PE 153) ...$ 70
Hiking/Backpacking (PE 131, 132) ...$ 75
Horseback Riding (PE 137, PE 138) ...$ 500
Martial Arts (PE 146) ...$ 40
Nutrition/Energy Balance (EXSC 201) ...$ 40
Physiology of Exercise (EXSC 363) ...$ 50
Sailing (PE 135, PE 136) ...$ 200
Scuba (PE 130) ...$ 82
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other Fees
Application for admission...$ 50Late confirmation fee (for payment and/or signed invoice received after the payment deadline)...$ 200
Payment plan participation fee (per semester of participation) ...$ 80
Returned check fee* ...$ 25
*Two returned checks will cause check-writing privileges to be permanently revoked.
deposits
Advance tuition deposit - entering students ...$ 300Financial Aid
There are two types of financial assistance available at Puget Sound: 1) Need-based financial aid is awarded to students whose families do not have sufficient financial resources to pay for college as determined by completion of the FAFSA. Grants, loans, and employment opportunities are all exam- ples of need-based financial aid, and 2) Non-need based financial aid is awarded to students without regard to financial need. Academic, talent, or achievement awards are all examples of non-need based aid. Non-need based loans like Federal Unsubsidized Stafford or PLUS loans are also available to as- sist in managing college costs. Eligibility for need-based financial aid is based on demonstrated fi- nancial need. Financial need is defined as the difference between the total cost of attendance and the amount a student and their family are expected to contribute as calculated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Financial need determines the amount of need-based financial aid (grants, subsidized loan, Perkins loan, work-study) students are eligible to receive. Student Financial Services strives to create a financial aid package that meets a student’s demonstrated need, although funding limitations or other eligibility criteria sometimes prevent us from satisfying full need in all cases.
In order to remain eligible for need-based financial aid, students must complete the FAFSA each year. The amount of need-based financial aid a student is eligible to receive each year may vary de- pending on the level of financial need and/or other scholarship or grant assistance they receive.
How to Apply for Need-Based Financial Aid
Students wishing to apply for need-based financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), listing the University of Puget Sound (code 003797). The FAFSA is available online at www.fafsa.gov/.
Freshmen and Graduate Students - For priority consideration, the FAFSA should be completed by
February 1.
Early Decision Freshmen should complete both the FAFSA and the CSS/Profile (code 4067). For pri-
ority consideration, the FAFSA should be completed by February 1. The CSS/Profile form is available online at www.collegeboard.org/profile and should be completed by November 1 for Early Decision I or by December 15 for Early Decision II.
Continuing and Transfer Students - For priority consideration, the FAFSA should be completed by
March 31.
Financial Aid Programs
Puget Sound Scholarships and Grants
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that are funded by tuition revenue, endowment earnings, and gifts. Part of every tuition dollar goes to support Puget Sound aid programs. Additionally, many scholarships and grants are provided through the financial commitments of Puget Sound alumni and friends. The majority of Puget Sound scholarships are offered to undergraduates at the point of admission and are subsequently renewed provided students meet the renewal criteria. A limited number of named scholarships are available to currently enrolled students who meet the selection criteria established by donors. Federal Grants
Pell Grants and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are directed at undergraduate stu- dents with exceptional financial need. The amount of grant awarded is determined by the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as determined by the completion of the FAFSA.
Washington State Grants
The Washington State Need Grant program helps the state’s lowest-income undergraduates. Eligibility is determined by the Washington State Higher Education Coordinating Board. Federal Stafford Loans
Puget Sound participates in the Federal Direct Student Loan program. Under this program the federal government serves as the lender. There are two types of Federal Stafford loans: Subsidized and Unsubsidized. Eligibility for the Subsidized Stafford Loan is based on financial need and the government pays the interest on these loans while a student is enrolled at least half-time, and for an additional six-month grace period after a student leaves school. Unsubsidized Stafford loans are non- need-based loans and the interest begins accumulating as soon as the funds are disbursed to the uni- versity. The interest rate for undergraduate Subsidized Stafford Loans is fixed at 3.4%. Unsubsidized Stafford Loans have a fixed rate of 6.8%.
Federal Perkins Loan
The Perkins Loan program is a revolving loan program, which means the funds available to lend are made possible by prior student borrowers now in repayment. Puget Sound serves as the lender for the Perkins Loan. Both federal and university requirements, along with availability of funds, determine eligibility. The Perkins Loan interest rate is 5% and is interest-free while enrolled at least half time. Work-Study employment opportunity
Work-study is a need-based financial aid program that assists students by providing an opportunity to work part time while going to school. On-campus work-study jobs are available in many depart- ments and encompass a wide variety of skills and responsibilities. Off-campus, career-related work- study jobs require advanced skills and are especially suitable for students who have completed one or two years of study. Off-campus work-study jobs are available for Washington state residents. Scholarships
Puget Sound offers scholarships to incoming undergraduates for academic merit and performance excellence in music, theater, art and forensics, National Merit designation, achievement in the hu- manities, mathematics, sciences, and for interest in business and religious activities. The majority of these scholarships are renewable for three additional years of full-time undergraduate study. Academic Scholarships
All incoming undergraduates are considered for the Alumni, Faculty, Dean’s, President’s, or Trustee scholarships, which range in amount from $4,000 to $18,000. Awards are made based on the stu- dent’s overall admission application, including standardized test scores and academic performance in high school or college. No separate scholarship application is required.
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National merit Scholarships
Incoming freshman students who are National Merit Finalists and list the University of Puget Sound as their first-choice college with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation are eligible to receive a $1,000–$2,000 scholarship, depending on their level of financial need.
Lillis Family Scholarships
The Lillis Family Foundation Scholarship, a full tuition and room and board scholarship, will be awarded to two entering freshmen who exhibit the potential to become competitive candidates for undergraduate and postgraduate fellowships and scholarships. Application for the Lillis Scholarship is by invitation. Potential candidates for the scholarship must apply for admission to the university by January 15. After reviewing the applicant pool, the Admission Committee will invite 25 freshman candidates to submit a Lillis Scholarship application.
matelich Scholarships
The Matelich Scholarship, a full tuition and room and board scholarship, will be awarded to two entering freshmen who exhibit extraordinary promise in academics and demonstrate a capacity for a life of leadership and sustained personal growth. While at Puget Sound Matelich Scholars will be recognized campus leaders and will continue on paths of leadership after they become alumni. Application for the Matelich Scholarship is by invitation. Potential candidates for the scholarship must apply for admission to the university by January 15. After reviewing the applicant pool, the Admission Committee will invite 30 freshmen candidates to submit a Matelich Scholarship application. Finalists will be selected by a scholarship committee and invited to Puget Sound for an interview.
Academic Scholarships (Application required)
The following scholarships require a special scholarship application. All applications are available to download from the Student Financial Services website at www.pugetsound.edu/scholarships.
California Sealbearer’s Scholarships - $2,000 per year. Awarded to incoming freshmen from
California who are members of the California Scholarship Federation (CSF) and are eligible for a Gold Seal on their high school diploma.
Catharine Gould Chism Scholarships - $5,000 per year. Awarded to incoming freshmen who
have demonstrated leadership abilities and an intent to major in the arts or humanities. Eligible majors include art, English, foreign language, history, music, philosophy, theatre arts, and reli- gion.
Leonard Howarth Scholarships - $4,000 per year. Awarded to incoming freshmen and transfer
students interested in majoring in biology, chemistry, computer science, geology, mathematics, pre-engineering, or physics.
Walter Price Leadership/Community Service Scholarships - $3,000 per year. Awarded to
incoming freshmen and transfer students on the basis of leadership abilities and community service involvement.
Charles Garnet Trimble Scholarships - $6,000 per year. Awarded to incoming freshmen with
demonstrated strong interests in the study of Asia and undergraduate study in the liberal arts and sciences.
Religious Leadership Awards - $3,000. Awarded to incoming freshmen and transfer students
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Talent Scholarships (Audition and/or application required)
Applicants must demonstrate talent in art, forensics, music or theater. Recipients are expected to share their talents through performance or other forms of demonstration. Award amounts vary.
Art Scholarships - Awarded to students who plan to major in art.
Forensics Scholarships - Recipients compete in intercollegiate speech and debate events. Music Scholarships - Recipients are expected to take an active role in musical activities and
participate either in a university performing music group or as an accompanist.
Theater Scholarships - Recipients serve as crew or cast members for fall and spring produc-
tions. Students are not required to major in theatre arts.