Tuition and Financial Aid

Technology Fee

The technology fee is used to defray the cost of operating the computer labs. Fees are used to purchase consumables (such as paper, ink cartridges, etc.), equipment upgrades, and software acquisition.

Tuition for all Programs except Continuing Education & Student Activity Fee Schedule, Technology Fee

Effective July 2005*

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There is no charge for tuition to students who are sixty-five (65) years of age or older or for high schools students who are concurrently enrolled. However, they must pay the activity, insurance and technology fees.

Activity fees are charged for fall and spring semesters only. No activity fee is charged for summer session.

Effective Spring Semester 2003, all curriculum students will be charged a Technology Fee. The Technology Fee is used to defray the costs of operating the open computer labs. Fees collected are used to purchase consumables (such as paper, toner cartridges, etc.), equipment upgrades, and software.

Student Accident Insurance

Student Accident Insurance fee provides partial coverage for accidents occurring at school or during an off-campus, school sponsored activity. The insurance fee is $1.50 per semester and is charged to all students.

Tuition Refund Policy

(1) A refund shall not be made except upon the following circumstances:

(A) A 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws prior to the first day of class(es) of the academic semester as noted in the college calendar . Also, a student is eligible for a 100 percent refund if the class in which the student officially registered fails to "make" due to insufficient enrollment.

(B) A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class(es) prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the semester .

(C) For classes beginning at times other than the first week (seven calendar days of the semester) a 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to the first class meeting. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class.

(2) To comply with the applicable federal regulations regarding refunds, federal regulations will supersede the state refund regulations stated in this Rule.

(3) Where a student, having paid the required tuition for a semester dies during that semester (prior to or on the last day of examinations of the college the student was attending), all tuition and fees for that semester may be refunded to the estate of the deceased.

(4) For a class(es) which the college collect receipts which are not required to be deposited into the State Treasury account, the college shall adopt appropriate local refund policies.

North Carolina Administrative Code Title 23, Chapter 2, Subchapter 2D, Section .0200.0202

Appropriate by the educational institution, and provided further that such persons shall be accepted by the constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina only on a space available basis:

1. Legal residents of North Carolina who have attained the age of 65.

2. Any person who is the survivor of a law enforcement officer, firefighter, volunteer firefighter, or rescue squad worker killed as a direct result of a traumatic injury sustained in the line of duty.

3. The spouse of a law enforcement officer, firefighter, volunteer firefighter, or rescue squad worker who is permanently and totally disabled as a direct result of a traumatic injury sustained in the line of duty.

4. Any child, if the child is at least 17 years old but not yet 23 years old, whose parent is a law enforcement officer, firefighter, volunteer firefighter, or rescue squad worker who is permanently and totally disabled as a direct result of a traumatic injury sustained in the line of duty. However, a child's eligibility for a waiver of tuition under this Chapter shall not exceed: (i) 48 months, if the child is seeking a baccalaureate degree, or (ii) if the child is not seeking a baccalaureate degree, the number of months required to complete the educational program to which the child is applying. For more information on tuition waivers and exemptions, see the Vice President for Student Development.

Curriculum Tuition Refund Policy

The curriculum tuition refund policy for Brunswick Community College is the same policy established by the State Board of Community Colleges. The policy, as stated in the North Carolina General Statutes, Section 115D, reads: 1. A refund shall not be made except under the following circumstances: (A) A 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws prior to the first day of class(es) of the academic semester as noted in the college calendar. Also, a student is eligible for a 100 percent refund if the class in which the student is officially registered fails to "make" due to insufficient enrollment. (B) A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class(es) prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the semester. (C) For classes beginning at times other than the first week (seven calendar days) of the semester a 100

percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to the first class meeting. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class.

Other Expenses

Textbooks and other items are an additional expense for which the student should plan. The cost of textbooks varies with the program of study but usually ranges from approximately $200 to $600 per semester. The student should also be aware that in some courses, the student also must provide, at his/her own expense, certain items needed to perform practice work required in those courses.

Unpaid Financial Obligations

No degree, diploma, or certificate will be granted, nor a transcript of credits furnished, to a student until all financial obligations to the College have been paid. All previously incurred expenses and accounts at the College must be fully paid before a student may re-enter at the beginning of any semester.

Returned Checks

If payment of tuition and fees is made by check and the check does not clear, the student will have 15 days from the date of notification to pay tuition and fees. If payment is not received by the specified time, enrollment will be terminated. The College allows the student 15 days in which to make restitution of the returned check. If by that time restitution has not been made, the matter will be turned over to the Brunswick County Clerk of Superior Court for collection. If a student officially withdraws from all classes, the student is still responsible for settling the returned check. Failure to make restitution on a returned check will result in the student not being allowed to register for future semesters, and all academic records will be flagged.

Students have the finest quality educational tools available in classrooms and laboratories.

Tuition, Fees, and Expereinces

Brunswick Community College , a member of the North Carolina Community College System, offers educational opportunities at low cost to the student. Tuition and activity fees are payable at the beginning of each semester. A table listing the current tuition and fee schedule may be found in this catalog and the current Student Handbook. Tuition is established by the State Board of Community Colleges, and an activity fee is set by the Brunswick Community College Board of Trustees in accordance with policy established by the State Board of Community Colleges. Tuition and activity fees are subject to change without notice. The cost of textbooks and supplies is an additional expense and varies with the program of study.

The College accepts cash, checks, MasterCard, and Visa for payment of tuition and fees. Charges will be made for all classes taken up to a maximum of 16 credit hours. A student is still considered full-time for purposes of reporting and activity fees if registered for 12 or more semester hours of course work or the equivalent. A part-time student is defined as one who is registered for less than 12 semester hours of course work or the equivalent. The rate of tuition and fees charged for auditing a course are the same as the rate and fees charged for taking the course for academic credit. Before a course is audited, the student must complete a Request to Audit form and register for the course.

Tuition for Non-Residents

Any student whose legal residence is outside the State of North Carolina, or students who are living with relatives in the community (whose parents or guardians live outside the State) and who do not qualify as residents, for tuition purposes under General Statute 116-143.1, shall pay tuition at out-of-state rates as established by the North Carolina Community College System. A table listing the current tuition and fee schedule may be found in this catalog and in the current Student Handbook.

Residence Status for Tuition Purposes

The tuition fee for students who qualify as residents of the State of North Carolina is less than the fee charged for nonresident students. To qualify for in-state tuition, as specified in General Statute 116-143.1, a legal resident must have maintained his/her domicile in North Carolina for at least the twelve months immediately prior to his/her classification as a resident for tuition purposes. In order to be eligible for such classification, the individual must establish that his/her presence in the State during such twelve-month period was for purposes of maintaining a bona fide domicile, rather than for purposes of mere temporary residence incident to enrollment in an institution of higher education. Further, (1) if the parents (or court appointed legal guardian) of the individual seeking resident classification are (is) bona fide domiciliaries of the state, this fact shall be prima facie evidence of domiciliary status of the individual applicant; and (2) if such parents or guardian are not bona fide domiciliaries of this State, this fact shall be prima facie evidence of non-domiciliary status of the individual. Regulations concerning the classification of students by residence for purposes of applicable tuition differentials are set forth in detail in A Manual To Assist The Public Higher Education Institutions Of North Carolina In The Matter Of Student Residence Classification For Tuition Purposes. Each enrolled student is responsible for knowing the contents of that manual, which is the controlling administrative statement of policy on this subject. Copies of the manual may be reviewed on request at the Student Development Office.

Activity Fee

Students who register for a course load of three hours or more are required to pay a student activity fee. These fees provide financial support for student activities including spring fling, fall festival, special projects, diversity activities, and athletics. A table listing the current tuition and fee schedule may be found in this Catalog and in the current Student Handbook.

Insurance

Accident insurance is required for all students at a nominal rate. A table listing the current insurance fee may be found in the current Student Handbook. The insurance fee and technology fee are non-refundable. For additional information, contact the Business Office.

Admissions Hours

Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am until 5:00 pm

Summer Administrative Office Hours (May 15 - August 4)

Monday thru Thursday, 7:30 am until 5:30 pm
Friday, 8:00 am until Noon

We welcome you during these hours and look forward to assisting you.

Brunswick County

The county was formed in 1764 from parts of Bladen County and New Hanover County. It was named for the colonial port of Brunswick, NC (now in ruins) which was itself named for Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg ; at the time held by the British kings of the House of Hanover .

According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 2,720 km² (1,050 mi² ). 2,214 km² (855 mi²) of it is land and 506 km² (195 mi²) of it (18.59%) is water.

Brunswick County has an annual average high temperature of 73 degrees and an average low of 51 degrees Fahrenheit, the sub-tropical climate keeps outdoor activities enjoyable year-round.

The county is divided into six townships : Lockwoods Folly, Northwest, Shallotte, Smithville, Town Creek, and Waccamaw.