Tuition, Fees and Refund Policies
Tuition varies by program, degree level, enrollment status, and course selection. The University of South Los Angeles reserves the right to modify tuition and fees in accordance with applicable institutional policies and legal requirements.
Unless otherwise stated, tuition is charged per academic unit. Most courses are four units; however, the number of units may vary by course.
Students should review the current University of South Los Angeles Student Catalog for complete information about tuition, institutional fees, payment requirements, and applicable policies.
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Estimated Full-Time Tuition Per Quarter
The amounts below are estimates for students enrolled full time. A student’s actual tuition may vary depending on the number and type of courses selected.
Undergraduate Programs
Full-time enrollment: 12 units or more
Associate of Arts in Accounting
Estimated tuition: $1,800 per quarter
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Estimated tuition: $1,800 per quarter
Graduate Program
Full-time enrollment: 9 units or more
Master of Business Administration
Estimated tuition: [Verify quarterly amount]
These estimates do not include application, registration, international-student, or other institutional fees.
Tuition Per Unit
Associate of Arts in Accounting
$150 per unit
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
$150 per unit
Master of Business Administration
$170 per unit
International students may be subject to a different tuition schedule and additional administrative, immigration-document, or student-service fees. Students should contact the Admissions Office for a complete written estimate before enrolling.
Administrative and Academic Fees
Application Fee — Nonrefundable: $150
Graduation Fee: $200
Form I-20 Application and Processing Fee: $200
Quarterly Registration Fee: $200
Quarterly Late Registration Fee: $100
Professional Liability or Malpractice Insurance Fee: $50 per quarter
Returned Payment Fee: $50
Official Transcript Fee: $20
Other Document Requests: $10
Dissertation Fee, when applicable: $300
Not every fee applies to every student or program. Students should review their enrollment agreement and the current Student Catalog for an itemized statement of applicable charges.
Student’s Right to Cancel
A student has the right to cancel an enrollment agreement and receive a refund of eligible charges paid through attendance at the first class session or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever occurs later.
A cancellation request must be submitted in writing to:
University of South Los Angeles
1045 West Redondo Beach Boulevard, Suite 200
Gardena, California 90247
Written notice may be delivered personally or sent by mail. A cancellation notice sent by mail becomes effective when it is properly addressed, postage paid, and deposited in the mail.
The notice does not need to follow a particular format. It is effective when it clearly states that the student no longer wishes to be bound by the enrollment agreement.
The University provides Enrollment Agreement Cancellation forms for student convenience. However, students may submit any written notice that clearly communicates their decision to cancel. Cancellation forms may also be obtained from the Office of Administration during regular business hours.
When a student properly cancels the enrollment agreement, the University will issue any refund due within 45 days after receiving the cancellation notice, subject to the University’s published refund policy and applicable law.
The Student Tuition Recovery Fund assessment, when applicable, may be nonrefundable after the cancellation period.
Withdrawal Policy
Students have the right to withdraw from an educational program or course of instruction.
A withdrawal request should be submitted in writing to the Registrar’s Office. The request may be delivered in person or sent by mail. When mailed, the postmark date will be used as the effective date of withdrawal.
Withdrawal forms are available from the Office of Administration.
When a student withdraws after the cancellation period, the University will determine whether the student qualifies for a pro-rata refund under its institutional refund policy and applicable California law.
Any refund due will be issued within 45 days after the student’s official withdrawal. Students are responsible for institutional charges associated with the portion of the educational program provided before the effective withdrawal date.
A student may also be considered withdrawn under circumstances described in the University’s Student Catalog and enrollment agreement, including failure to attend or otherwise participate in the educational program.
Refund Policy
The University of South Los Angeles administers refunds in accordance with its institutional policies and applicable provisions of the California Education Code and California Code of Regulations.
Cancellation During the Cancellation Period
A student who provides notice of cancellation through attendance at the first class session or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later, is entitled to a refund of eligible institutional charges paid.
The University may retain a reasonable deposit, application fee, registration fee, or other administrative fee, as permitted by law, up to the applicable statutory limit.
Withdrawal After the Cancellation Period
A student who withdraws after the cancellation period and after completing 60% or less of the applicable period of attendance may be eligible for a pro-rata refund.
The refund is calculated by determining the portion of the educational program provided before withdrawal and subtracting the amount owed for that portion from the total eligible amount paid by the student.
The amount owed is generally calculated by:
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Determining the daily charge for the applicable period of attendance.
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Multiplying the daily charge by the number of days the student attended or was scheduled to attend before withdrawal.
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Subtracting the resulting amount, together with any properly disclosed nonrefundable fees, from the eligible institutional charges paid.
Amounts paid by the student that exceed the amount properly owed will be refunded in accordance with applicable law and institutional policy.
Students who complete more than 60% of the applicable period of attendance may not be entitled to a tuition refund for that period.
Credit Balances
The University will refund any eligible credit balance remaining on a student’s account within 45 days after the student completes or withdraws from the educational program.
Federal Student Aid
When applicable, students who receive federal financial aid may be subject to separate federal Return of Title IV Funds requirements.
A student may be entitled to a refund of money paid directly by the student that was not paid through a federal student financial aid program. Federal aid calculations and institutional refund calculations may be performed separately.
A student who defaults on a federal or state-guaranteed educational loan may be subject to collection actions permitted by law. These actions may include the application of an income-tax refund toward the outstanding loan balance.
A student in default may also become ineligible for additional federal student financial aid or certain other forms of government assistance until the default is resolved.
Academic or Disciplinary Dismissal
A student who is dismissed for unsatisfactory attendance, academic performance, or disciplinary reasons remains subject to the University’s cancellation, withdrawal, and refund policies and all applicable legal requirements.
For an F-1 student, dismissal, unauthorized withdrawal, or failure to maintain enrollment may also affect the student’s immigration record and could result in the termination of the student’s SEVIS record. Immigration decisions are made under applicable federal regulations, and students should consult the Designated School Official regarding their individual circumstances.
Important Notice
This webpage provides a general summary and does not replace the student’s signed enrollment agreement, the current Student Catalog, or applicable law. When information differs, the governing enrollment agreement, official institutional policy, and applicable legal requirements will control.
Students should contact the University before enrolling to obtain a complete and current estimate of tuition, fees, and total program costs.
