Debt-free Policy
Knoxville College is committed to providing a quality education without the accumulation of student debts. Through participation in the Knoxville College Work Program and other College subsidies, students can graduate from the College debt-free. Specific details of the policy are described below.
Payment Plans
Knoxville College does offer payment plans for the student out-of-pocket expense to fit individual financial needs. The three options for payment for 2009-2010 are listed below:
Option 1 – No administrative fee required.
Student will pay the full amount prior to registration – $2,250 plus insurance fee.
Option 2 – Requires a $50 administrative fee which is included in the first payment amount.
| $1,500 due | At Registration | At Registration |
| $800 due | October 1 | March 1 |
Option 3 – Requires a $100 administrative fee which is included in the first payment amount.
| $575 due | At Registration | At Registration |
| $575 due | September 15 | February 15 |
| $575 due | October 15 | March 15 |
| $575 due | November 16 | April 15 |
The mandatory insurance purchase is payable at registration with the first installment. For example, $575 plus $125 (US Citizen) or $465 (International Student) charge is due at registration.
Scholarships, awards, and other grants may reduce the number or amount of payments made. Please contact the Business Office for more information.
Knoxville College reserves the right to adjust charges as necessary to meet costs.
Commuting students and other students permitted to live off campus pay tuition and general fees and any special fees (see below) related to their course enrollments. Enrollment Reservation Deposit of $100.00 must be paid prior to registration. This a a one-time payment, payable the first semester of enrollment for all campus residents. Key and Damage fees are charged as they arise. Keys must be returned at the conclusion of each semester they are issued to avoid the Residence Hall Key Replacement Fee charge. Some restrictions apply. Students are also required to purchase books, supplies, and other living expenses not covered by the room, board, and campus fees expense.
Charges to students are based on campus residence. Adjustments to these charges are made for commuter students, married students, special students, or students enrolling for additional study. Students who begin a term as residents but who move off campus during the term are charged room and board for the entire term. In making the initial payment of $100, the student and his/her parent or guardian acknowledge these terms and signify acceptance of these obligations.
No promise or contract that differs from these terms shall bind the College unless it has been approved by the President of Knoxville College. The College reserves the right to increase or reduce fees each year according to changing fiscal conditions.
Full payment of tuition and other fee charges entitles the student to a non-transferable identification card admitting him or her to all regular athletic events, artist series, drama productions, and musical recitals and concerts, and allows use of the library, student center, and other facilities.
**Commuter students who wish to eat on campus need to notify the Business Office at the time of registration. They will be charged an additional $600 per semester that will be added on to the student out-of-pocket expense (i.e. $$2,250 + $600 = $2,850 per semester).
Special Fees.
Some courses which require extensive use of equipment and materials or which require the employment of special faculty for individualized instruction may carry additional fee assessments. Additional fees may also be charged for special circumstances such as late registration, student teaching, duplicate ID cards, etc.
| ***Room/Key/Damage Deposit of $175.00 must be paid prior to, or during, registration. This is a one-time payment, payable the first semester of enrollment. | |
| Application for Admission (New Students only) | $25 |
| Part-time Students | $296 per credit hour |
| Overload Fee | $296 per each credit hour in excess of 18 |
| ***Enrollment Reservation Fee (one-time/non-refundable) | $100 |
| Residence Hall Damage | varies |
| Residence Hall Key Replacement Fee | $25 |
| Door Lock Change | $75 |
| Auditing Course Fee | $25 |
| Late Registration Fee | $25 per day/$100 maximum |
| Duplicate Identification Card | $25 |
| Parking Permit Registration (per calendar year) | $25 |
| Lab Fees (Science, Computers) | $15 – 50 |
| Graduation Fee (Seniors only) | $75 |
| Senior Comprehensive | $25 |
Knoxville College reserves the right to adjust tuition, fees, room and board, and other charges at any time.
NOTE: Commuter students will be charged $600.00 at registration for the Meal Plan. Students who do not intend to take meals on campus, should notify the Business Office at that time.
Withdrawal from the College and Pro-Rata Refund Policy.
A student who leaves the College (except for temporary absences with permission) must have an exit interview and secure a withdrawal permit from the Registrar. The permit must then be signed by the officers listed on the form and returned to the Registrar. Failure to follow this procedure may result in the loss of the right to honorable dismissal, permission to reenter the College and any refund otherwise due. See “Academic Regulations” section below for details. After a withdrawal permit has been filed and approved, the following refund schedule is enforced:
| Date of Official Withdrawal or Dismissal | Percentage of Expenses Credited (Less Administrative Cost*) |
|---|---|
| *Administrative cost is 5 percent of expenses, up to a maximum of $100. | |
| Before 1st class meets | 100 |
| During 1st week of classes | 90 |
| During 2nd week | 60 |
| During 3rd week | 50 |
| During 4th week | 40 |
| After the 4th week | 0 |
Additional Policies.
If a student’s account becomes delinquent, the student may be subject to suspension from the College until the bill is paid in full. No diploma or transcript will be granted to a student until all bills are paid in full. A student that is suspended for financial reasons will receive “WF” or withdraw failing grades for the semester regardless of the date of suspension. These grades will be placed on the permanent official academic record.
All students occupying rooms on campus are expected to take their meals in the dining hall. Special arrangements can be made for students with special dietary needs. Charges for room and board do not include Christmas and Spring recess holidays. Fees and room and board charges for summer sessions will be announced.
FINANCIAL AID
Types of Financial Assistance.
Financial assistance at Knoxville College is provided from institutional grants, scholarships, and from the Work Program.
Work Program
- Knoxville College Work Program
- Knoxville College Work Program Grant
All Knoxville College students are required to participate in the Work Program. Once all hours are complete for a given semester, the College will award the full grant for completion of said hours. If a student fails to complete all hours during a given semester, the student will be charged for the hours not worked. In addition, the student will not be awarded the full Work Program grant which will be prorated according to the number of hours worked. Students who refuse to work as assigned will be suspended from the College. All students must complete all levels of the Work Program as part of the College’s graduation requirements. Please contact the Work Program Director for more information.
Scholarships
Knoxville College offers scholarships to students based on select criteria. The following is a list of scholarships that are offered:
- Presidential Scholarship ($2,250 per semester for two students)
- Awarded to students with at least a 3.0 G.P.A.
- Satisfactory SAT/ACT score
- Preference is given to Tennessee Residents.
- Tennessee Resident Scholarship ($500 per semester per student for 10 students)
- Awarded to Tennessee Residents who demonstrate financial need
- Must maintain satisfactory academic progress
- Priority will be given to residents of Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey; however, all Students are open to apply
- The student must be enrolled at least half-time and in good standing with the College when The funds are dispersed
- Must have a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Awarded to female international students at the sophomore levael or above
- Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Awarded to students with a minimum G.P.A. of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Student must be involved in a KC approved extra curricular activity
- Awarded to deserving students in good standing who demonstrate financial need
- Qualified students will have a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Awarded to students on at least the sophomore level
All scholarships are limited to select criteria, and an application may be required by the College for review before any awards are granted. Some scholarships may change criteria without notice or may nota be offered for certain academic semesters. Please check with the Business Office for an up-to-date listing of scholarships.
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