2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 23, 2024  
2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Financial Information


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Undergraduate (All Programs)

Income from student tuition does not cover the cost of a student’s education. Substantial amounts are raised each year by the University to cover the difference between what students pay and the cost of their education. Expenses at Philadelphia Biblical University are moderate and can be maintained at this level only by the generous gifts of individuals, churches, and organizations.

Financial Policies

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Settlement of Accounts

Before registration is complete all students are responsible for payment in full of all tuition, fees, and room and board charges, and/or the submission of an approved financial planning sheet, with payment schedule shown.

Any student account that has to be forwarded for outside collection assistance because of an outstanding balance will be assessed with collection costs and fees. Therefore, the student will then be responsible for the full balance of their account including all collection charges and fees.

Withdrawal Refund Policies

University Withdrawal

Students who withdraw from the University are entitled to an adjustment on their semester bill as listed below, provided they notify the Office of Student Life in writing of their intentions. A personal interview with one of the deans is also necessary before a withdrawal becomes complete and final. If a withdrawal then follows, the official date of withdrawal shall be the date established by the Registrar’s Office as the last date of attendance. Merely ceasing from class attendance or giving an oral statement of intention does not constitute official withdrawal. No refund is made until withdrawal forms are signed and submitted to the Business Services Department. Forms may be obtained from the Office of Student Life.

Refund Chart

If the Student Withdraws The University Retains   Refund to Student
Prior to the beginning of the first assigned class 0%   100%
Within first 10% of enrollment period 10%   90%
Within 25% of enrollment period 50%   50%
Within 50% of enrollment period 75%   25%
After 50% of enrollment period 100%   0%

Reduction of Aid Upon University Withdrawal

When a student withdraws from the University prior to completion of a semester, aid from federal and state governments and the University will be reduced or returned according to the stipulations of each individual aid program. Calculations will be made following the student’s completion of the withdrawal process.

Aid from private and other sources will be governed by any conditions specified by the donor(s).

Return of Federal Title IV Funds Upon Withdrawal

A “Return of Federal Title IV Funds Calculation” will be done for students who are Federal Title IV aid recipients upon withdrawal from the University during the first 60% of a semester. Federal Title IV aid programs included are Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, and FFELP (Stafford and/or PLUS) Loans. Federal aid funds are considered “earned” based on the percentage of the semester actually completed. In some cases, funds already disbursed to the student will need to be returned to the federal program. For more information about this calculation, contact the Financial Aid Office.

Consumer Information

Individuals who desire to review any consumer information required by federal regulations may contact the Financial Aid Office.

Reduction of Aid Upon Course Withdrawal

Students who withdraw from courses during a semester, but after the end of the published drop/add period, will not have their aid adjusted unless the withdrawals result in a reduction of tuition charged. In cases where tuition charges are reduced, financial aid will be recalculated to reflect the student’s new enrollment status.

Students in the degree completion program should note that adjustments to financial aid will be made as changes in modules are recorded in University records.

The date of official course withdrawal is the date the signed withdrawal form is submitted to the Registrar’s Office. Notification of course load adjustment and date is given to the Business Services Department and Financial Aid Office by the Registrar’s Office and appropriate adjustments, if necessary, will be made.

Financial Aid

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  • A full student financial aid program, including grants, scholarships, loans and employment, offers students a realistic opportunity to finance a college education.
  • Most financial aid is awarded to students on the basis of documented financial need. “Need” is defined as the cost of education minus expected family contribution. Expected family contribution is determined by use of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completed by the student annually. Philadelphia Biblical University’s priority date for receipt of the results of the FAFSA is May 1 for students applying for fall semester each year.
  • The Financial Aid Office is available to assist students and their families by providing advice and suggestions suitable for the individual’s personal financial status. Additional information on any of the financial aid programs may be secured by contacting the Financial Aid Office.

Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements

In order to receive financial aid, a student must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  • Enrollment as a regular (matriculating) student in a degree, certificate, or certification program.
  • Maintenance of satisfactory academic progress as defined below. Note that satisfactory progress standards for receipt of financial aid may differ from minimum University standards for continued enrollment.
  • For Federal Title IV aid programs, status as U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, and certification that funds will be used only for educational expenses.
  • For Federal Title IV, certification that the student is not in default on any federal student loan and does not owe money on a federal student grant.
  • Any other specific requirements of the program providing the aid.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Students must meet both quantitative and qualitative standards in order to remain eligible for aid. The University evaluates student academic records annually following the end of spring semester.

Students who lose eligibility for aid because of unsatisfactory academic progress will have eligibility reinstated following the semester in which they again make satisfactory progress.

Students who wish to appeal the loss of aid eligibility may do so by contacting the Director of Financial Aid. In cases where unusual extenuating circumstances exist, eligibility may be reinstated.

Quantitative Academic Progress Students must pass a minimum of 67% of the cumulative number of credit hours attempted. Course and/or University withdrawals during the drop/add period will not be counted in the calculation of academic progress.

Qualitative Academic Progress Students must achieve a minimum cumulative GPA based on the number of credit hours earned as follows:

Level I (1-23 hours) 1.50
Level II (24-47 hours) 1.65
Level III (48-71 hours) 1.85
Level IV (72 or more hours) 2.00


Maximum Time Frame The maximum time frame for which a student may be eligible for Federal Title IV aid is 150% of the normal time for degree completion, measured in the number of credit hours attempted. Transfer hours are included in calculation of total hours completed and used in determining an individual’s maximum time frame.

Financial Aid Programs

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Federal Title IV Aid Programs

Philadelphia Biblical University students who qualify receive federal aid in the form of Pell Grants, Academic Competitiveness Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, Stafford Student Loans, Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students, and Federal Work Study employment.

National Guard and Veterans Benefits

Students may use National Guard or Veterans benefits at Philadelphia Biblical University. Contact the Financial Aid Office concerning these programs.

State Grant Programs

Qualified Pennsylvania residents in undergraduate programs receive PHEAA Grants. University students from Connecticut, Delaware, Ohio, Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, and Vermont may also receive assistance from their home state grant programs.

Details on application, amounts of aid, and eligibility requirements are provided in the PBU Financial Aid Brochure.

Also see below for financial information about specific programs.

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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This additional information is specific to the bachelor’s degree programs. To obtain financial information which is common to all undergraduate programs, see above.

Tuition and Fees 2008-2009

Cost for a resident student for the 2008-09 year is approximately $25,150; for a commuting student, $17,785. These figures do not include miscellaneous or music fees. The breakdown of these charges is as follows:

New Student Fees

Application Fee   $25.00
Re-entrant Fee: Students returning after absence of two semesters or more   $25.00

Reservation Deposit Payable when admission has been approved

  $100.00
Dormitory Reservation Deposit (To be applied toward key deposit) Payable when application for room has been approved   $100.00
New Student Orientation / New Student Days Fee   $120.00

Tuition

Tuition (Full-time, 12-18 credits) $8,725.00 per semester

Tuition Per Credit Overload (Per credit, over 18 credits)

$485.00 per credit
Part-time (1-7 credits) $526.00 per credit
Part-time (8-11 credits) $728.00 per credit
Audit Fee $165.00 per course
(Full-time students may audit one course at no extra cost.)  

Dining and Residence Hall Fees

Room assignments are determined by the Office of Student Life.

Room and Board - Penndel $3,410.00 per semester
Room and Board - Manor Campus $3,575.00 per semester
Room and Board - Heritage Hall $3,682.50 per semester
A reduced Room and Board cost is available for those doing student teaching or social work four-day placement.  

Student Services and Activity Fees

Service Fee (General registration fee–required)

 
Full-time students (12-18 credits) $102.50 per semester
Part-time students (1-11 credits/audits) $6.00 per credit

Activity Fee (Student organizations fee–required)

 
Full-time students only $65.00 per semester

Miscellaneous Fees/Costs

Late Registration Fee $50.00
Drop/Add Fee $10.00
Final Exam Schedule Change Fee $25.00
Graduation Fee $110.00
Student Insurance (required only when not covered by another policy) (Subject to company rate change without prior notice) $710.00 per year
Key/Security Deposit (Payable the first semester in the dorm and refundable at the time occupancy is terminated) $50.00
Motor Vehicle Registration  
Resident student $40.00 per year
Commuting student $20.00 per year
Locker Fee (optional) $5.00
Transcript Fee $5.00

Course Fees

Practicum and Discipline Seminar Fee $80.00
Student Teaching I Fee $160.00
Student Teaching II Fee $150.00
MACSA Convention Fee $80.00
Intercultural Communication Fee $17.50
Early Childhood Practicum I $80.00
Early Childhood Practicum II $90.00
Independent Study  

1 credit

$67.00

2 credits

$133.00

3 credits

$200.00

4 credits

$267.00

Music Fees

Private 1/2-hour Lessons - non-music majors (faculty instructor) (In addition to tuition charge) $270.00 per semester
Private 1/2-hour Lessons - music majors (faculty instructor) (In addition to tuition charge) $135.00 per semester
Class instruction - Piano $125.00 per semester
Instrumental Rental Fee (Applies to all students taking Class Woodwinds, Strings, Brass, Percussion, Piano or Instrumental Methods.) $25.00 per semester
Practice Room Fee (Applies to students not currently taking lessons, but wishing to use a practice room on a regular basis.) $25.00 per semester
Junior Recital Fee $20.00
Senior Recital Fee $30.00

 

Financial Policies

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Tuition Management Services (TMS)

This outside organization provides a convenient ten-month payment plan for PBU students and/or their parents. Students apply yearly and pay an annual enrollment fee of $55.00 with no interest or additional fees. Payments begin June 15. For more information about TMS, call the student accounts director at (215) 702-4207 or log onto www.afford.com. Application forms are also available from the University.

Financial Aid Programs

PBU Scholarships and Grants

The University provides opportunities to new freshman and transfer students for both academic scholarships and need-based grants. These awards are available to full-time, matriculating undergraduates enrolled at the Langhorne Manor campus. Information on application and policies pertaining to these programs is available by contacting either the Financial Aid Office or the Admissions Office.

Endowed Scholarships

A number of scholarships provided by donor-funded endowments help provide partial funding for PBU merit scholarships awarded to both new and continuing undergraduate students each year. Recipients are selected and notified by the Financial Aid Office. Most endowed scholarships have specific criteria related to academic program or performance, leadership, Christian service or professional goals.

Music Scholarships

The School of Music & Performing Arts awards a number of scholarships to entering music majors each year. Auditions are required. Categories include voice, piano, organ, strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, and composition. Scholarships range in value from $3,000 ($300 per semester) to $15,000 ($1,500 per semester). The applicant should contact the School of Music & Performing Arts for information about audition procedures and dates.

Employment

On-campus jobs are held by students in the areas of food service, housekeeping, admissions, security, library, academic departments, athletics, and maintenance. Students are normally scheduled to work between 10 and 20 hours per week. Some opportunities exist for students to work full-time during breaks in the academic year as well as in the summer.

An important part of the Federal Work Study program is community service employment. Undergraduates who qualify may participate by tutoring elementary school students in a school district near the University.

To request the University’s current financial aid information, please contact the Financial Aid Office.

Email: financial.aid@pbu.edu

Telephone: (800) 366-0049

Degree Completion Program

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This information is specific to the Degree Completion Program. To obtain financial information which is common to all undergraduate programs, see above.

Costs

Tuition   $440.00 per credit
Fees:    
Application   $30.00
Enrollment Deposit   $100.00
Materials   $30.00 per semester
Credit for Prior Learning Reader’s Fee   $50.00
Life Experience Credit   $30.00 per credit
Graduation   $120.00
Change of Group   $100.00
Transcript Fee   $5.00
Audit Fee   $165.00

 

Certificate Programs

 

Wisconsin Wilderness

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This information is specific to the Wisconsin Wilderness Program. To obtain financial information which is common to all undergraduate programs, see above.

Costs

Cost for the 2008-2009 year is approximately $17,490. The breakdown of this cost is as follows:

Tuition   $12,100.00
Room/Board   $4,750.00
Student Activity Fee   $575.00
General Orientation Fee   $65.00
Room Deposit   (refunded if no damages to the facilities occur throughout the year) $50.00
Transcript Fee   $5.00

Students are also required to work approximately eight hours a week on campus as part of the community experience at WWC.

Institute of Jewish Studies

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This information is specific to the Institute of Jewish Studies program. To obtain financial information which is common to all undergraduate programs, see above.

The cost for students in the IJS program is the same as that of students enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program on the Langhorne Campus (see Bachelor’s Degree Programs). In addition, IJS students pay a $125 field-trip fee, which covers all IJS field trips throughout the year. The Israel study tour is not covered by regular tuition/fees and is an additional $2,500 (approximately).

In addition to the financial aid offered to bachelor’s degree students, The Friends of Israel has a scholarship program specifically for IJS students. To apply for this scholarship, students should contact the IJS office.

Biblical Foundations

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This information is specific to the Biblical Foundations program. To obtain financial information which is common to all undergraduate programs, see above.

The cost for students in the Biblical Foundations program is the same as that of students enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program on the Langhorne Campus (see Bachelor’s Degree Programs above).