| Charge per credit hour, on-campus | $320 |
| Charge per credit hour, M.Div. distance learning (there is no auditing in the distance learning program) | $340 |
The following applies to all programs:
| Application fee (non-refundable) | $50 |
| Acceptance confirmation fee (applied toward tuition) | $250 |
| Matriculation fee | $15 |
| Registration fee | $15 |
| Graduation fee | $60 |
The following applies to on-campus students only:
| Activities fee | $60 |
| Noon luncheon fee (each semester) | $30 |
| Tuition for auditing per credit hour | $97.50 |
Explanations of fees
There is an additional fee for the January-Term Retreat for Juniors ($350) and Intercultural Immersion trips for Middlers (to be determined). The costs of the intercultural immersion trips depend on trip destination and the actual cost of travel (range: $300-$1,000).
The policy of allowing free audits to spouses of on-campus seminary candidates will be continued.
Distance Learning M.Div. candidates:
The cost of transportation, meals, and lodging for the intensives courses are the responsibility of the student.
Intern Supervision Fee
The intern supervision fee of $200 is the responsibility of the churches, and is therefore not listed in the student fee schedule.
D.Min. Program
Tuition is $10,000 for the three-year program for students beginning in the spring of 2007, plus three fees of $50 for application, registration, and graduation. A continuation fee of $750 is charged for each additional year beyond the first three years in the program.
Drop Dates
Each semester the dean's office publishes a drop date for courses. A student will bear no academic penalty for any course discontinued prior to that date. Tuition will be refunded if a course is dropped prior to, but not after, the drop date.
Registration Deadline Penalty
A financial penalty will be applied to any class registrations that occur after the posted registration deadline.
Insurance
Students should carry adequate hospitalization and life insurance for themselves and their families. A program with GM Underwriters is available at the seminary. Term life insurance of $175,000 is also available through the Reformed Church in America. Applications must be filled out within 30 days of the first day of class.
Financial Aid
Western's financial aid programs are designed to help students meet their minimum educational expenses as they prepare for Christian ministry. The total cost of educational and living expenses for nine months ranges from around $19,909 for single students to approximately $25,699 for married students. Students should estimate costs carefully, based on their particular needs and situations.
If a student cannot match the expected expenses with equivalent income, savings, and assistance from his or her home congregation, the student should request financial aid application and FAFSA forms from the business office. Scholarships, loans, and work opportunities are available to help meet educational costs.
Seminary billing policy for degree seeking candidates:
- Students will receive an "unofficial" statement of their tuition costs when registration closes for the semester. This statement will not include scholarships. This is for information purposes.
- Official student bills will be distributed one week after the drop/add period for the semester.
- Payment in full is due within 10 days unless a payment plan is worked out with the business manager.
- Students whose balance is not paid in full will be permitted to begin classes the next semester. However, no credit will be issued until the tuition for both semesters is paid in full.
Seminary billing policy for non-degree seeking candidates:
Students will receive a statement at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the semester. Payment is due before the first day of class.