Paying for School | Tuition Costs & Financial Aid Overview

A WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) education is attainable. CAPS programs are designed to meet the educational needs of those seeking to expand their professional knowledge, earn a degree or certificate, or enhance their lives.

Tuition: Costs & Fees

Undergraduate Tuition – $735 per credit/unit

Graduate Tuition – $735- $1,200 per credit/unit

Fees

* Tuition Costs and Fees are current as of March 1, 2024, and are subject to change annually.

Tuition: Support

CAPS Scholarships

Students may be eligible for both merit and need-based scholarships. Donor-based scholarships are also available.

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Financial Aid Info

Access the FAFSA, explore local and regional support options and discover other financial aid resources.

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Employer Funding

Many employers provide financial assistance for their employees to grow by accessing college courses.

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Other options

Unique needs or backgrounds open the doors for some students to qualify for additional funding options.

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Tuition: Payment Methods

Credit Card

Alternate Forms of Payment

Tuition: Deadlines & Policies

New Students	Current/Returning Students
August 15 Fall Semester	May 1 Fall Semester
January 15 Spring Semester	October 31 Spring Semester

All refunds are calculated from the date on which the student completes a course change form online. CAPS grants full refunds to individuals called to active military duty. If the original payment was made by credit card, a refund will be applied to the student’s credit card. Otherwise, refunds can be issued by check or direct deposit:

Direct Deposit — Visit WebSTAC to set up your refunds for direct deposit.
- The university will first attempt to disburse funds to the US checking or savings account on the student’s WebSTAC under Billing & Bear Bucks – Pay/View My Bill – eRefund. Once a refund has been processed by the university, it will be placed into the designated bank account within 1 – 3 business days.
- Students can add or change a refund enabled bank account in WebSTAC. Additions and changes to enabled bank accounts will become effective within 3 – 5 business days.
Check — Checks are issued in cases where a refund enabled bank account has not been established. An email will be sent to the student informing them that a refund check is available for pick-up
- Checks that are not picked up by the student within two weeks will be mailed to the student. Undergraduate student checks will be mailed to the WebSTAC home address and graduate student checks will be mailed to the WebSTAC local address.
- Personal and business checks issued to WashU are held for 3 weeks before a refund is issued.

Please check the CAPS Academic Calendar for specific deadlines for each semester/session.

Academic Calendar

Courses Meeting Fewer Than 8 Weeks

3 days or fewer: must be dropped prior to the start of the course for a 100% refund. Thereafter, no refund is applied. 
4 calendar days up to 1 week: have 24 hours after the first class to drop for a 100% refund. Thereafter, no refund is applied. 
Special Format courses: (for example, Weekend or Intensive Format) that meets 6+ times, have 48 hours after the first class to drop for a 100% refund. Thereafter, no refund is applied. 
5 -7 weeks: have 4 days after the first class to drop for a 100% refund, and 8 days after the first class to drop for a 50% refund. Thereafter, no refund is applied. 
7.5 weeks or more: have 7 days after the first class to drop for a 100% refund, and 14 days after the first class to drop with a 50% refund. Thereafter no refund is applied.
Special Format course: (for example, Weekend or Intensive Format) that meets 6+ days, you have 24 hours after the first class to drop for 100% refund and 48 hours after the first class to drop for 50% refund. Thereafter, no refund is applied.
Independent Study: a written proposal is required for independent work. Registration and Refund deadlines may vary. Call 314 -935-6700 for more information.
ACTRAC: Refunds for dropping the ACTRAC option are issued in accordance with the standard refund schedule.
The last day to drop without a W-Withdrawal is the same as the 100% refund date for all courses.

Courses Meeting More Than 8 Weeks

Canceled Courses

Lab Fees

Special Audit Courses

WashU Employees

Federal and state regulations require that educational institutions measure students’ academic progress toward a declared educational objective. To remain eligible and retain disbursed federal and state financial aid, students must maintain satisfactory academic progress (SAP).

SAP Requirements

To remain in good standing, students must satisfy the following requirements:

Undergraduate students must complete a minimum of 6 units of course work during each of the fall, spring, and summer semesters with a C (2.0) minimum grade point average.
Graduate students must complete a minimum of 4.5 units of course work during each of the fall and spring semesters (3 credit hours during the summer) with a B (3.0) minimum grade point average.

In addition, all students receiving financial aid are reviewed on a case-by-case basis to ensure a significant portion of enrolled courses have been successfully completed.

Probation/Suspension

Students who have not met the SAP requirements as outlined above will be notified in writing and placed on financial aid probation (although students may appeal this decision if there are mitigating circumstances). Students on financial aid probation may continue receiving federal financial aid, however the probationary period remains in effect for the succeeding academic year. Each student is required to meet with the CAPS Financial Aid Coordinator to develop an action plan for meeting SAP requirements. If a student returns to good standing by the end of their action plan period (typically the end of the following academic year), they will be released from probation. If, however, the student does not meet the requirements of the action plan, the student is placed on financial aid suspension, and no further aid will be processed by WashU.

Appeals

Failure to complete the required number of units of course work within any given semester can jeopardize a student’s financial aid for that semester. WashU may be required to return disbursed financial aid to the lender, which could result in an outstanding balance for the student. Any balance owed would be due immediately and would be subject to a late fee of at least $50 and up to 5% of the outstanding balance each semester until resolved. A hold will also be placed on a student’s account. Past due amounts may be reported to a credit bureau. Non-payment of tuition and other expenses due the University will be cause for exclusion from class or refusal of graduation, further registration, or transfer of credit. In addition, students are liable for any costs associated with the collection of unpaid bills, including but not limited to collection agency costs, court costs and legal fees.

If payment is not received by the due date, a late payment fee of 2% of the outstanding balance will be assessed on the past due account balance. In addition, a hold will be placed on the student’s account, which will prohibit the student from registering for other courses or attending classes. Students who do not remit payment by the due date may not be eligible for the deferred payment option in the future.

Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the rights, responsibilities, procedures, and related information outlined in university policy. Policies may be amended as necessary throughout the year.

University Policies