Financial Information
Financial Arrangements and Payment Policies
The student is responsible for payment of any outstanding balance on their student account. All tuition, fees, room and board charges are due by the deadlines listed below. Students who register after the due date are required to pay at the time of registration.
The MyLaVerne Portal serves as the official student bill and will reflect the charges, credits and amounts due. It is the student’s responsibility to view their MyLaVerne Portal for their balance and make the appropriate arrangements for payment to be received by the deadline date.
The tuition charged to students will be the rate which is current for the program in which the student is enrolled, regardless of the course in which the student enrolls. The university reserves the right to make changes to all published rates of tuition and fees at any time without prior written notice.
Financial Arrangements are due one week prior to the start of each semester/session for all students with the exception of the following Program: Traditional Undergraduate. Students who do not make financial arrangements by these deadlines may be assessed up to $300 in late fees.
Traditional Undergraduate students who are registered in Semester and/or Session 1 are required to make financial arrangements no later than 3 weeks prior to the start of the semester.
Traditional Undergraduate students who are registered in Session 2 only are required to make financial arrangements no later than one week prior to the start of the session, just like all other programs.
All programs are required to make financial arrangements for Summer no later than one week prior to the start of the semester.
Financial arrangements include, but are not limited to:
- Payment in full
- Deferred payment plan
- Tuition assistance or VA benefits
- Third party payment
- Federal or state financial aid
- Student loans
- Merit awards*
- Institutional aid*
*In order for traditional undergraduate students to be eligible for institutional aid, students must be registered full-time (12 or more units) and assessed the full-time tuition rate.
A student may be prevented from registering for a semester/session if there is an overdue debt from a previous semester.
The University of La Verne offers the payment options listed below:
- Payment in full.
- Deferred payment plans: Payment plans are available for courses lasting eight weeks or more. Short-term courses of up to five weeks in length must be paid in full, one week prior to the term. All deferred payment plans require the completion of an agreement.
A deferment fee of $75 is assessed on all payment plans. The amount of the deferment fee is due at the time of enrollment in the payment plan.
All students electing to enroll in a deferred payment plan, who do not meet their payment dates, will be assessed a monthly late payment fee of $35. Payment plans may be cancelled if 2 consecutive payments are missed. The University reserves the right to impose finance charges on all unpaid balances.
Payment Methods
The University of La Verne accepts payments by cash, check, electronic check, money order, traveler’s check, wire transfer, or by credit/debit card. No payments are accepted at the regional campuses. Accepted forms of credit/debit card payment include: VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express through the MyLaVerne Portal. Credit/debit card payments for tuition will not be accepted in person, over the phone or by mail.
Effective December 1st, 2023 credit/debit card payments are only accepted online through TransAct, a third party payment service. Transact accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. A convenience fee of 2.75% will apply to any credit/debit card payments, including card payments made via Apple/Google Pay (international card payments have a 4.25% convenience fee). Credit/debit card payments will not be accepted in person, over the phone, or by mail.
Student Health Insurance Requirement
As a condition of enrollment, the University of La Verne (ULV) requires Students to participate in the Student Health Insurance Program (SHIP). This requirement protects against unexpected high medical costs and provides access to quality care. The University will charge a SHIP fee to participating Students, unless the Student “waives out” by completing a waiver that is approved based on the requirements of the Policy on Student Health Insurance https://laverne.edu/health/health-insurance-requirement-policy/.
Where a waiver has been approved, it is the student’s affirmative responsibility to maintain the alternate health insurance coverage at all times while enrolled at the University.
Required Groups
The following Students will be charged a SHIP fee unless they provide a qualified waiver:
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“Traditional” degree-seeking undergraduate domestic students enrolled in 12 credit hours or more during a semester.
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Graduate and undergraduate students holding F-1 or J-1 visas (i.e., International Students), enrolled in at least 1 credit hour or more during a semester.
Exempt Groups
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“Traditional” degree-seeking undergraduate domestic students enrolled in less than 12 credit hours during a semester.
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Degree-seeking undergraduate domestic students enrolled in a Regional and Online Campus or the Campus Accelerated Program (i.e., “Adult” Students).
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Degree-seeking graduate domestic students.
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Exempted degree-seeking students enrolled in at least 3 credit hours per semester/term are eligible to voluntarily purchase the SHIP and will have the appropriate fee placed on their Student Account.
Non-degree-seeking students are exempt from this requirement and are not eligible to participate in SHIP.
Military Tuition Rate Policy
All active duty military members, their spouses or registered domestic partner, and dependents under the age of 26 who are admitted into the University’s adult undergraduate (CAPA), master’s, and credential programs at the central campus, through one of the regional campuses, or La Verne Online will be eligible for the military rate. The same rate will be offered to active service members in the Reserves of the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard, starting with the first term of enrollment after their service activation. The military rate is not applicable for students admitted to the traditional undergraduate (TUG), doctoral, Law, or Physician Assistant programs.
Students will be required to provide verification of active military status at the time of admission. Spouses or registered domestic partners and dependents will also need to provide verification of their parents' or spouse’s military status. The military rate cannot be applied until the student is admitted and provides verification of active military status. Once provided, the military rate will become effective the student’s term of admission and will not be retroactive.
Dependents are eligible to receive the military tuition rate until the age of 26 (the term start date needs to occur before their 26th birthday).
Students receiving the military rate are not eligible for any institutional grants, scholarships and/or discounts.
Upon separation or retirement, active duty members, spouses and dependents will be assessed the regular tuition rate as published in the current catalog starting with the term following the date of separation or retirement.
Main Campus Undergraduate Programs
Tuition and Fees
Full-time: Fall 12-18 semester hours:
| Undergraduate | Tuition per semester |
|---|---|
| Tuition, per semester | $25,000 |
| Wellbeing Fee, per semester | $300 |
| ASULV Fee, per semester | $200 |
| Total Cost of Tuition, per semester | $25,500 |
Full-time: Spring 12-18 semester hours:
| Undergraduate | Tuition per semester |
|---|---|
| Tuition, per semester | $25,000 |
| Health and Wellness Fee, per semester | $300 |
| ASULV Fee, per semester | $200 |
| Total Cost of Tuition, per semester | $25,500 |
Part-time students, approved academic overloads, Undergraduate Non-Degree, & Legal Studies:
| Undergraduate | Tuition per semester hour |
|---|---|
| Part-time (1-11 units), Overload (per unit over 18 units), or Non-Degree, per semester hour | $1,445 |
| Summer Sessions, per semester hour | $745 |
| Legal Studies, per semester hour | $530 |
| Registration Fees (per course) | $30 (per course) |
| Religion Program (off-campus), per semester hour | $185 |
| Wellbeing Fee | $100 per semester (Non-Degree students excluded) |
Study Abroad & Washington D.C. Programs
The cost listed below must be paid by stated deadlines, which may be prior to departure. Travel costs are the responsibility of the student:
| Undergraduate | Tuition per semester |
|---|---|
| Per Semester | $32,590 |
| Per Year | $65,185 |
| Washington D.C. Internship | $31,580 |
Main Campus Graduate Programs
Tuition
| Graduate | Tuition per semester hour |
|---|---|
| Masters degrees in Health Administration, Public Administration, Child Life, per semester hour | $820 |
| Masters degrees in Accounting, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Finance, Leadership & Management, per semester hour | $975 |
| Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, per semester hour | $990 |
| Masters degree in Athletic Training, per semester hour | $805 |
| MEd in Educational Leadership & MEd Special Emphasis, per semester hour | $775 |
| All other masters degrees and credential programs in LaFetra College of Education, per semester hour | $835 |
| Masters degrees (Active Duty military rate), per semester hour | $395 |
| DPA, per semester hour | $1,270 |
| DBA, PSYD, per semester hour | $1,350 |
| EdD, per semester hour | $1,000 |
| DBA Bilingual Online, per semester hour | $1,350 |
| Non-Degree Graduate Student | $975 |
CAPA (Campus Accelerated Program for Adults)
| Undergraduate | Tuition per semester hour |
|---|---|
| Tuition, per semester hour | $675 |
| Tuition (Active Duty military rate), per semester hour | $250 |
| Non-Degree Undergraduate Student | $1,445 |
Regional Campuses and La Verne Online
| Undergraduate | Tuition per semester hour |
|---|---|
| Regional campuses | $675 |
| Active Duty military rate | $250 |
| AA Degree (Bakersfield Campus) | $250 |
| Non-Degree Undergraduate Student | $1,445 |
| Graduate | Tuition per semester hour |
|---|---|
| Regional campuses (MHA, MPA) | $820 |
| Regional campuses (ACCT, FIN, MBA, MSLM) | $975 |
| Education program | $835 |
| Active Duty military rate | $395 |
| Non-Degree Graduate Student | $975 |
The University of La Verne reserves the right to establish a varying tuition rate for new programs established at new sites when there are unusual operating conditions.
Residence Hall Charges Room Rates
Main Campus Students, Per Semester
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room, Oaks Hall, triple occupancy | $3,155 |
| Room, Oaks Hall, double occupancy | $3,860 |
| Room, Oaks Hall, single occupancy | $4,680 |
| Room, Oaks Hall, super single occupancy | $5,245 |
| Room, Vista La Verne, double occupancy | $4,360 |
| Room, Vista La Verne, single occupancy | $5,315 |
| Room, Citrus Hall, triple occupancy | $3,620 |
| Room, Citrus Hall, double occupancy | $4,215 |
| Room, Citrus Hall, single occupancy | $5,060 |
| Summer Room Rate, single | $3,155 |
| Summer Room Rate, double | $2,475 |
| Summer Service Housing | $500 |
Board Rates
Residential Students, Per Semester
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| 10 meals per week + $200 Leo Dollars | $2,975 |
| 14 meals per week + $100 Leo Dollars | $3,235 |
| 19 meals per week + $25 Leo Dollars | $3,540 |
Commuter Students (Optional), Per Semester
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| 8 Meal per Week Plan | $2,595 |
| 100 Block Plan | $2,865 |
| 150 Block Plan+200 Leo Dollars | $3,255 |
| 500 Leo Dollar Block Plan (College of Law, Regional and Online Students Only) | $500 |
Leo Dollars are included with the purchase of a meal plan or may be purchased separately (i.e. $100, $500 Leo Dollar Plan). Leo Dollars function like a debit card where the price of a meal is subtracted from the card after every purchase. The balance available on the card rolls over from semester to semester, but expires at the end of the academic year.
Block Plans: The 100, 150, 500 Block Plans designate the number of meals a student has available to use during a semester. They expire at the end of that semester/term and can be used or shared at the student’s discretion.
Housing Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| New/Returning Resident Application & Activity Fee | $125 |
| Mid-Year Application & Activity Fee | $62 |
| Summer Application & Activity Fee | $62 |
| Early Move-In/Late Stay Fee | $50 |
| Lockout Charge (After 3 Lockout Requests) | $25 |
| Replacement Mail, Chad and Room Key | $25 |
| Replacement Lock Change | $125 |
| Room Switch Cleaning Charge (Resident Requested Switch) | $50 |
Fees & Other Non-Degree Programs/Certificates
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| **Registration Fee - All programs (only excluding full-time, traditional-age students), per course | $30 |
| Anthropology 350L, 360L, 394 Lab Fee | $100 |
| APA fee (doctoral students) | $100 |
| Appeals | $50 |
| Application, undergraduate, credential and master’s (non-refundable) | $50 |
| Application, doctoral (non-refundable) | $75 |
| Assessment testing kit fee | $50 |
| Auditing, (traditional undergraduate students) per semester hour | $722.50 |
| Auditing, per semester hour | one-half normal tuition |
| Authentication Certificate (Apostille) | $80-$110 |
| Bilingual Authorization, per semester hour | $305 |
| Cap and gown fee (doctoral students) | $80 |
| Clear Administrative Services Credential, per semester hour | $450 |
| Community Service Alternative Assessment | $50 |
| Competency Exam (CBPM) | $150 |
| Continuous Registration (EdD, DPA), 1-2 semester hours of tuition | $1,270-$2,540 |
| Continuous Registration (PsyD, DBA), 1-2 semester hours of tuition | $1,350-$2,700 |
| Course Challenge | one semester hour of tuition |
| Deferred Payment Plan Fee | |
| -Per Semester (Fall and Spring) | $75 |
| -Per Semester (Summer) | $50 |
| Doctoral Dissertation completion | $450 |
| Graduate and Adult Student Activity Fee (per semester) | $10 (per semester) |
| Graduation, Doctoral | $300 |
| Graduation, Master’s | $160 |
| Graduation, Undergraduate | $140 |
| Health Education for Educators, per semester hour | $150 |
| Health and Wellness Fee, Full-Time (mandatory for all traditional undergraduate and International students, both graduate and undergraduate), per semester | $300 |
| Wellbeing Fee, Part-Time students (mandatory for all traditional undergraduate and International students, both graduate and undergraduate), per semester | $100 |
| Wellbeing Fee, All Adult Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctoral Students | $10 |
| Health Insurance (mandatory for all international graduate students) | |
| - per semester | $TBD |
| - Session II and/or Summer enrollment only | $TBD |
| Journalism, Radio, TV Lab Fee(s) | $100-150 |
| Kinesiology Lab Fees | $50-$100 |
| Lab Fee, per course (non-refundable) | $150 |
| Late Financial Arrangement | $100-$300 |
| Legal Studies Certificate | $35 |
| Legal Studies Association (one-time charge) | $25 |
| Legal Studies, online research, per course | $20 |
| Lost ID card | $5 |
| Make-up Examination | $40 |
| MSAT Multipurpose Fee (per year) | $1,000 |
| - MSAT CPR/AED | |
| - MSAT BOC Practicum Exam | |
| - MSAT Live Scan | |
| - MSAT Mini Medical Kit with supplies | |
| - MSAT NATA Dues & ATRACK Access | |
| - MSAT Professional Attire/Uniform | |
| Missed Payment Fee | $35 |
| Music Lessons, per semester hour | $250 |
| Music 345 Lab | $50 |
| Photography Laboratory | $175 |
| Preliminary Administrative Services Credential (PASC), per semester hour | $305 |
| Professional Development Courses, Neurodiversity Certificate, per semester hour | $140 |
| Replacement of Diploma | $60 |
| Returned Check/Rejected Credit Card | $25 |
| RICA Test Preparation | $100 |
| Student Orientation Fall | $150 |
| Student Orientation Spring | $45 |
| Student Public Administration Association Fee | $75 |
| Student Tuition Deposit (non-refundable)1 | $200 |
| Taskstream Account Misuse | $27-70 |
| TPA Late Fee | $50-100 |
| Transcript, per copy | $12 |
| Transitional Kindergarten Certification (non-degree credit), per semester | $200 |
| Written Composition | $50 |
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These fees are not applicable to all programs.
Juris Doctor (JD)
Tuition
Cal Bar Admitted Students
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Per Unit | $1,165 |
Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Appeal Fee, JD Students | $25 |
| Bar Readiness, per semester (Students Admitted Prior to Fall 2021) | $245-$734 |
| Bar Readiness Fee, Charged with Enrollment in Capstone Course (Students Admitted Fall 2022 and Spring 2022) | $2,720 |
| Bar Readiness Fee, Charged with Enrollment in Capstone Course (Students Admitted Fall 2023 and Spring 2023) | $2775 |
| Bar Readiness Fee, Charged with Enrollment in Capstone Course (Students Admitted Fall 2024 and Spring 2024) | $2830 |
| Examsoft Licensing Fee, per year | $50 |
| Graduation | $300 |
| Late Registration Fee | $100 |
| Law Library Fee, per semester | $120 |
| Licensing Exam Fee | $68 |
| Registration and Technology Fee, per semester | $246 |
| State Bar Annual Accreditation Fee, per year | $65 |
| Student Bar Association Fee, per semester | $75 |
| Student Seat Deposit (non-refundable) | $100 |
Refund/Tuition Credit Policies
It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw online or notify the Office of the Registrar, or the regional campus where the student is enrolled, if he or she is unable to process the online withdrawal from classes at any point during the semester or term. Failure to attend class or informing the instructor does not constitute official withdrawal from a course. Students who have received (or whose accounts have been credited with) financial aid funds will have these funds returned to the appropriate financial aid programs before any refunds will be issued to the student.
Policies and procedures on withdrawal are covered in the “Tuition Credits/Refunds” section below as well as in the sections entitled “Withdrawal from University of La Verne by Financial Aid Recipients” and “Withdrawal from the University.”
Room and Board Refunds
Refunds for the residence halls will be made according to the terms and conditions outlined on the Residence Hall License Agreement. The amount of refund will be determined by the Housing Office. Board refunds during the fall, spring, and summer session/semesters will be calculated on a prorated basis.
Tuition Credits/Refunds
To be eligible for a tuition adjustment(s), a student must complete a drop or withdrawal of their class(es) online before the tuition adjustment deadline for the semester or session as provided on the Academic Calendar. Students who need assistance with the online drop or withdrawal process should contact the Office of the Registrar or their regional campus. If eligible, a refund will be generated within 14 days of the date their student account reflects a credit status.
Appeal Procedures on Financial Matters
The University of La Verne tuition and fee appeal policy is based entirely upon the official date of the withdrawal or change of course which would result in a refund. Tuition adjustments beyond the specified dates or percentages indicated in the catalog will not be made for reasons such as employment conflict, personal conflict with student(s) or professor, moving out of town or other reasons which are beyond the university’s control or responsibility.
If you are requesting an exception to the refund policy, an appeal may be submitted to the Financial Appeals Committee. All appeals must include the submission of the Appeal/Request for Review of Tuition Charge or Fee Form, a written statement and supporting documentation. If appealing for an adjustment of tuition, students have to be showing withdrawn from the course(s) being appealed, and the withdraw must be reflected on the student's schedule. A student is not able to financially appeal for a course(s) from which a student is not showing withdrawn.
Circumstances not Subject to Appeal
Fiscal policy that is prescribed by State and/or Federal law is not subject to appeal. Students are responsible for decisions they make pertaining to their registration for classes at the University. Tuition & Fee Appeals will not be considered that arise from student error on registration or situations resulting from a deliberate decision or series of decisions by the student. Appeals will also not be reviewed for mandatory fees.
Statute of Limitation for Financial Appeals
All appeals must be submitted in a timely manner to be considered. Appeals requesting a refund or waiver of tuition and/or fees must be filed within one year of the end of the term or semester in which the charge was assessed.
Tuition Refund/Credit Policy
Students who drop their class(es) through the end of the add/drop period are eligible for 100% adjustment of tuition and fees for that class(es). Students who withdraw from their class(es) 7 business days from the end of the add/drop period are eligible for 75% refund of tuition charged. Students who withdraw from their class(es) 7 business days from the end of the 75% refund period are eligible for 50% refund of tuition charged. Courses that are less than seven weeks are not eligible for a 50% refund. The tuition refund policies for dismissal, suspension, and expulsion are the same as for voluntary withdrawal.
Traditional undergraduates enrolled full-time at the end of the full semester add/drop period will be assessed the full-time tuition rate, and subsequent withdrawals will not result in a tuition or institutional aid adjustment.
Students who receive federal financial aid are subject to a pro-rated return of federal funds through the 60% period of each session or semester, as described in the Withdrawal from La Verne by Financial Aid Recipients section of this catalog. The 60% period is calculated by dividing the number of days enrolled in the term by the total number of days within the semester or session. The amount of funds that must be returned is determined by dividing the number of days in the session or semester that the student was not enrolled by the total number of days in the session or semester. The Financial Aid Office will calculate the amount of the refund to the financial aid programs.
If a student withdraws from classes after the tuition credit period, the student will be charged for the entire amount of tuition, but a prorated portion of the financial aid may be returned to the Title IV Program, which may result in an additional balance.
Petitions to the stated policy, for medical reasons or reasons beyond the control of the student, should be submitted through the Tuition & Fee Appeal process (see section above).
Student Refunds
If eligible, a refund check or Direct Deposit will be generated within 14 days of the date your student account goes into a credit status. Checks are mailed to your mailing address. Students who are eligible for a refund due to excess financial aid and an online credit/debit card has been used to pay any or all tuition and fees will have a refund processed to that credit/debit card used up to the amount of the payment. Online credit/debit card transactions that occurred more than 6 months prior to refund credit will be processed by check/direct deposit in lieu of credit card refund. This policy applies to all online credit/debit card transactions, regardless of the order of payment. Any credit over the amount paid by online credit/debit card will be processed through direct deposit or paper check. For students who are eligible for Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs benefits, a refund will only be issued after the funds have been received from both entities and the account goes into a credit status
Course Cancellations
The University of La Verne reserves the right to cancel any course. In the event that a course is canceled, the university will make reasonable efforts to contact the students. Students in canceled courses will be given the opportunity to change to another course with an available space or to cancel their registration without financial penalty or appeal fee. Students who choose to cancel their registration due to a canceled course will receive 100% adjustment of tuition and any other fees for the canceled course (if a traditional-aged undergraduate student remains at full-time status (12-18 units) after the course cancellation, the flat rate will still apply). University policies on tuition adjustments, reversal of charges, or the return of funds to lenders in the catalog may apply. Students who purchased textbooks or course materials from the ULV Bookstore are encouraged to speak with the Bookstore staff about their return or exchange policies.
Delinquent Payment of Tuition
La Verne reserves the right to refuse a diploma to any student or former student who is delinquent in the payment of any promissory note given in payment of any tuition, costs, or fees. Financial holds are placed on students with delinquent accounts, and no diplomas will be issued for such students until the holds have been removed. Students who have not met their financial obligations at the beginning of a semester of enrollment may be withdrawn automatically from all courses in that semester/session.
The University reserves the right to request prepayment before allowing a registration from students who do not comply with payment policies or whose accounts have previously been subject to collections.
Unpaid balances at the end of each semester/session may become interest bearing at the rate of 10% per annum. Interest on the outstanding balance may be computed and added monthly to the amount due. However, if the balance is outstanding for more than 180 days, the interest rate may escalate to 15% per annum.
If it becomes necessary for the University to seek legal counsel and/or initiate legal proceedings to collect unpaid accounts, the student may be responsible for all legal fees incurred.
Delinquent Payment of Perkins and Institutional Loans
Students with a Federal Perkins Loan and/or Institutional Loan(s) must complete an exit interview before any records will be released. If a student defaults on payment of a Perkins and/or Institutional Loan(s), selected records will be held until the student either pays off the loan(s) or brings the loan(s) current.
Veterans, Active Military & Military Connected
Veterans Affairs Benefits
Students who meet the definition of a “veteran” may be eligible for Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. Prior to applying, enrolling veterans should contact the Abraham Veteran Students Success Center for information and assistance with completing necessary paperwork.
The VA requires all entering veterans to be formally admitted to the University before becoming eligible to receive VA benefits. All prior transcripts and military documents must be received and evaluated by the Office of the Registrar prior to the second semester of attendance. Once veterans have been admitted and evaluated, they must notify the certifying official of their program and registered classes each session or semester of enrollment.
To maintain eligibility, veterans must successfully complete all units enrolled. Veterans who fail to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress for two semesters will be disqualified and will have their benefits terminated. For an explanation of grading policy, see the Grades section of this catalog or contact the Registrar’s Office. For additional information or questions regarding military and veteran benefits, please contact the Abraham Veteran Students Success Center (VASSC) at: 909-448-4416.
Yellow Ribbon Program
The University of La Verne is pleased to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. The Yellow Ribbon Program is a partnership between the University of La Verne and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The program works in conjunction with Post 9/11 GI Bill © use, and supplements tuition costs above the VA’s current tuition benefit cap. For additional information or questions regarding military and veteran benefits, please contact the VASSC.
Military Student Priority Registration
Students who submit a valid military ID or receive VA benefits from the University of La Verne are eligible for priority registration. Registration time ticketing for undergraduate students who attend the main campus is based on semester hours completed. Upon receipt of required documentation, the Office of the Registrar will adjust the students assigned registration time applying the following rules:
- Students assigned to enroll at any time on day 4/Freshman, are re-assigned to the 3PM time block on day 3.
- Students assigned to enroll at any time on day 3/Sophomores, are re-assigned to the 3PM time block on day 2.
- Students assigned to enroll at any time on day 2/Juniors, are re-assigned to the 3PM time block on day 1.
- Students assigned to day 1/Seniors, will remain in the assigned time block on day 1.
VA Pending Payment Compliance Policy
In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e), this school adopts the following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from the VA. This school will not:
- Prevent the student’s enrollment
- Assess a late penalty fee to the student
- Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding (if covered 100% by VA funding)
- Deny the student access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.
However, to qualify for this provision, such students are required to:
- Produce the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or the University Certifying Official must receive an Authorization for Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation (former Form 1905) from the student’s Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor by the first day of class.
- Complete the electronic VA Benefits Certification form or submit a written request.
- Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other institutional policies.
Military Tuition Assistance (TA) Refund Policy
The Department of Defense memorandum of understanding requires that the university “have an institutional policy that returns any unearned Tuition Assistance (TA) funds on a proportional basis through at least the 60 percent portion of the period for which the funds were provided. TA funds are earned proportionally during an enrollment period, with unearned funds returned based upon when a student stops attending.” In accordance with that requirement, the university TA funds return policy is as follows:
Schedule
8 Week Course: Withdrawal Submitted
| Period | Return Percentage |
|---|---|
| During Week 1 | 100% Return |
| During Week 2 | 75% Return |
| During Week 3 | 50% Return |
| During Weeks 4 - 5 | 40% Return |
| During Week 6 | 40% Return (60% of course is completed) |
| During Week 7 - 8 | 0% Return |
16 Week Course: Withdrawal Submitted
| Period | Return Percentage |
|---|---|
| During Week 1 | 100% Return |
| During Week 2 | 75% Return |
| During Week 3 | 50% Return |
| During Weeks 4 - 10 | 40% Return |
| During Week 11 | 40% Return (60% of course is completed) |
| During Week 12 - 16 | 0% Return |
If the Duration of a Course Differs from the Schedule Above
Unearned TA funds will be returned on a prorated basis, depending on the length of the course. To determine the amount of TA that needs to be returned, the institution will determine the date the withdrawal was submitted and then divide that by the number of days in the term to determine the percentage of TA that was earned by the student.
For example, if a student enrolls in a course with a duration of 30 days and the withdrawal was submitted on the 14th day, the institution would perform the calculation to determine how much TA was earned by the student’s attendance: (14 divided by 30 equals 46.6%. 47% of the TA authorized was earned by the student, which means 53% of what was authorized will be returned to the DOD).
Abraham Veteran Students Success Center (AVSSC)
The AVSSC enhances the veteran student’s academic and co-curricular experiences through advocacy, assistance, and by creating or providing access to the programs, services, events and policies designed to assist the veteran student with transitioning from military to civilian status while successfully achieving their educational goals. The AVSSC is located at 1860 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750. https://laverne.edu/veterans
Active Military, Veterans & Military Connected
The Office of the Registrar, Financial Aid, Student Accounts and Abraham Veteran Students Success Center have staff and resources to assist active military, veteran and military connected students through admission, registration, DOD/VA and financial aid benefits, and financial arrangements. It is recommended that students review both webpages below for important information and contact the AVSSC, or if located on a military base, their Military Center staff for information. The Office of the Registrar, Financial Aid and Student Accounts are located in Woody Hall. The CVSS is located at 1860 Third Street, La Verne, Ca.