Tuition, Fees, Refunds and Financial Information

The tuition rates listed below are for the 2026-2027 academic year and are subject to change. Due to different degree completion lengths, students requiring a schedule of total charges for a period of attendance and an estimated schedule of total charges (institutional and noninstitutional) for their educational program may request an individualized report through the Office of Admission during their admission process.

Federal, state and institutional aid, including grants and scholarships, are applied directly against the Webster University tuition, fees, and housing, if applicable. If aid exceeds the balance, the remaining funds will be refunded to the student to offset academic educational expenses. 

Undergraduate Tuition

The tuition rates listed are subject to change.

Full-time undergraduate tuition Flat Fee - St. Louis, extended US locations and online (Except for Conservatory students) Per academic year	$33,360
Conservatory full-time undergraduate tuition Flat Fee - St. Louis Per academic year	$38,780
Cost for students who enroll in more than 18 hours in one semester St. Louis, extended US locations and online This rate applies only to the additional credit hours above 18	$500/credit hour
Part-time undergraduate tuition (U.S. locations and online)	$500/credit hour
Part-time undergraduate tuition Military Students (active duty, selected reserve and National Guard) (U.S. locations and online)	$250/credit hour
Part-time RN to BSN undergraduate tuition* (St. Louis main campus and online only)	$380/credit hour
*The RN to BSN program is excluded from both the corporate partner tuition rate program (CPTR) and corporate partner cohort discount pricing.
Students registered for 12 credit hours or more per semester are considered full-time and may be eligible for federal and state financial aid. Students registered for 13-18 hours pay flat-fee tuition. Those registered for 12 credit hours or fewer pay tuition at a per-credit-hour rate. Students must be registered for 13 or more credit hours to be eligible for Webster Scholarship and Webster Grant assistance.
Several scholarships are available to support Military Spouses, Military Dependents, Children of Fallen Patriots, Folds of Honor designees, First Responders, Civilian Service Employees and Federal Contract Workers. For information on these scholarships, please see the Office of Military Affairs Scholarships website.

Per-credit-hour charges for off-campus programs are based on program designation rather than student classifications. Students who have completed bachelor's degrees and who are seeking teacher certification will pay per-credit-hour tuition rates.

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Credit by Exam

The service charges for all internal credit by examination will be computed per examination according to the following schedule:

1-11 credit hours	$370 per credit hour
12-16 credit hours	$4,320 total
17-32 credit hours	$4,720 total
33-48 credit hours	$4,930 total
49-64 credit hours	$5,160 total

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University Housing

New Freshmen

All new freshmen students taking a minimum of 13 credit hours and enrolling in classes at the Webster Groves campus will be required to live on-campus for the duration of their first two years, unless they plan to commute from the home of their parents or legal guardian, providing that this home is within a commutable distance (approximately 35 miles). After the completion of the second year of studies at the Webster Groves campus, they may choose to move off-campus.

New International Students

New freshmen have a two-year on campus living requirement. All undergraduate international transfer students enrolling in classes at the Webster Groves campus will be required to live on campus for the duration of their first year. After the completion of the first year of studies at the Webster Groves campus, students other than new freshmen may choose to move off campus. An exception to the live-on requirement is granted for international graduate students, unless they are coming as part of the Study Abroad program, as described below.

Study Abroad Students

All Study Abroad participants, both undergraduate and graduate, enrolling in classes at the Webster Groves campus will be required to live on campus for the duration of their study abroad experience. If they choose to permanently transfer to the Webster Groves campus, they may choose to move off campus after the completion of their first year of studies at the Webster Groves campus.

Housing Options

Student housing on main campus includes traditional suite-style residence halls and apartments. Housing options for first-time freshmen include West Hall and Maria Hall.

Transfer students, as well as returning sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students may apply for housing in East Hall, the Webster Village Apartments or one of our Off-Campus Apartment Options.

All housing and meal contracts are for the full academic year, or if the student assumes residence during the year, for the remainder of the academic year. A deposit of $175 must accompany the housing request for space. This amount includes a $150 security deposit and a nonrefundable $25 application fee.

Residence hall charges are based on the 17-week undergraduate class schedule. The Office of Housing and Residential Life may approve early arrivals or extensions at a daily rate. Residence halls open throughout the week of new student on boarding, specific times available by placement, and close the Friday of finals week. The halls are closed during the break between fall and spring semesters, and meals are not served on campus during that time. The housing rates do not cover the winter or summer break periods for the residence halls. Apartment areas remain open for the break between fall and spring semesters.

Room and Board Rates 2026-2027

All Webster Groves main campus Residence Halls and Apartments come equipped with internet capabilities and furniture.

Rates listed below are for the semester on main campus. These rates include all utilities, including electricity. Housing charges will be placed on your Webster University student account.

Building	Room Type	Cost per semester, per person
East Hall	Single	$4,040
East Hall	Double	$3,580
Maria Hall	Double	$3,450
West Hall	Double	$3,450
Webster Village Apartments	2 Bedroom	$5,200
Webster Village Apartments	4 Bedroom	$4,490
Webster Village Apartments	Studio-Double Occupancy	$4,400
Off Campus Rates	Varies	Varies

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Meal Plan Rates 2026-2027

The university offers four meal plan options for students to choose from:

Blue & Gold Meal Plan

Cost = $2,960 per semester. Students get $1,700 in dining dollars to spend at any Dining Services location on campus. (Additional cost goes to University overhead, included in all meal plans).

This meal plan operates on an "all dining dollars" or "declining balance" basis. This offers students the ultimate in flexibility and spending options at our Campus Dining Services locations. This plan allows students to get whatever they want at any time when Dining Services is open. This is an à la carte plan.

Students can dine at Marletto's Marketplace, the Crossroads food court in the University Center, the Cyber Café in the Library, and the Market at East Academic Building. Everything will be priced à la carte and you will only pay for what you get.

Dining dollars not used during the fall semester carry over to the spring semester as long as a student has a meal plan in the spring semester. Dining dollars not used by the end of the academic year are forfeited.

Meal Plan B: Block 200 (with 250 dining dollars)

Cost = $2,740 per semester. There are block meal options at Marletto's Marketplace (the main dining hall) and the Crossroads Food Court in the University Center. Dining dollars can be used at any on-campus dining location for a la carte style purchases.

Block amounts do not roll semester to semester, meaning any unused block spends at the conclusion of the semester will be forfeited. Dining dollars will roll from the fall to spring semester. Dining dollars not used by the end of the year are forfeited.

Students may use this meal plan for back-to-back block purchases with no lock-out period.

Meal Plan C: Block 170 (with 325 dining dollars)

Cost = $2,500 per semester. There are block meal options at Marletto's Marketplace (the main dining hall) and the Crossroads Food Court in the University Center. Dining dollars can be used at any on-campus dining locations for a la carte style purchases.

Block amounts do not roll semester to semester, meaning any unused block spends at the conclusion of the semester will be forfeit. Dining dollars will roll from the fall to spring semester. Dining dollars not used by the end of the year are forfeited.

Students may use this meal plan for back-to-back block purchases with no lock-out period.

Meal Plan A: All Access (with 100 dining dollars)

Cost = $2,960 per semester. Students on this plan have an unlimited number of block meals to utilize for personal use at the Marletto's Marketplace and Crossroads Food Court in the University Center. Dining dollars can be used at any on-campus location for a la carte purchases.

Unused dining dollars will roll from the fall semester to the spring semester. Dining dollars not used by the end of the year are forfeited.

Students on this plan can swipe for a meal and then will be unable to use the all-access feature for 1 hour (a lock-out period). Dining dollars are able to be utilized with no lock-out period.

All students living in the main campus residence halls must purchase a meal plan for the entire year they reside on campus.

Housing Activity Fee

Each housing resident is charged a $80 residential activity fee for each semester which supports educational, cultural and social programming efforts as well as student-initiated improvements.

Commuter Meal Plans

Commuter students, faculty and staff who do not live on campus can select a smaller meal plan, referred to as a "Commuter Meal Plan." On-campus students are not eligible to select a Commuter Meal Plan. The commuter plans were created for individuals who come to campus fewer times per week. 

Commuter Block 16 (325 dining dollars)

Cost = $620 per semester

Commuter Block 48 (500 dining dollars)

Cost = $1,230 per semester

Block meals can be utilized at the Marletto’s Marketplace Crossroads Food Court in the University Center. Dining dollars can be used at any on-campus location for a la carte purchases.

Unused dining dollars will roll from the fall semester to the spring semester, as long as the individual has a meal plan. Dining dollars not used by the end of the spring semester are forfeited.

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Other Fees

Fee Type	Cost
Application fee	None
Matriculation fee (St. Louis campus, full-time students) One-time; covers various orientation activities and materials; non-refundable	$150
Deferred payment fee Per semester	$40
Student Activity Fee (St. Louis campus, full-time flat fee students only) Per semester; funds campus-wide programs and activities; non-refundable	$150
Graduation fee	$130
Transcript fee	$20
Re-admission fee	$40
Resident Student Activity fee St. Louis campus Per semester; funds residential programs and activities; non-refundable	$80
Applied Music fee (Fifteen 60-min. private lessons) Per semester; this fee is in addition to tuition charge	$730
Applied Music fee (Fifteen 30-min. private lessons) Per semester; this fee is in addition to tuition charge	$380
Study Abroad fee	Varies
International Student Health Insurance fee	$25
Late Payment Fee Beginning of the semester	$150
Late Payment Fee End of the semester if balance is not paid in full	$150
NOTE: Courses in various academic programs sometimes require expendable supplies or services, and in these cases the student may be billed a class fee for such costs.

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Payment

Tuition and fees are due and payable in full no later than two weeks prior to the first day of classes each semester/term. Students must enroll in a Payment Plan to cover any remaining balance not fully covered by a completed Financial Aid Package, Scholarships or a Third Party to avoid monthly late fees.

Every attempt is made to help the student secure financing to meet personal needs. The payment options offered include:

• Financial aid
• Direct billing to a third party (i.e., employer)
• Tuition assistance paid by a government agency (e.g., military)
• Deferred payment plan
• Payment in full

Some options require the submission of appropriate documentation. The deferred payment plan option may require a deferred payment fee to be paid at the time of registration. The University reserves the right to refuse deferred payment privileges to any student whose account is overdue or has been overdue in the past.

Students are encouraged to make electronic check payments online, but personal checks made payable to Webster University are also accepted. A $40 returned payment service charge will be assessed to the student’s account if payment is returned. A returned payment includes returned checks, returned electronic payments (online check/ACH), and credit card chargebacks. Webster also accepts MasterCard, Discover, Visa and American Express payments online with a 2.95% convenience fee.

Students are financially responsible for all courses not officially dropped by the deadline. Webster University reserves the right to withhold transcripts and diplomas, and refuse enrollment for future terms, if any tuition or other fees or charges owed to the University are not paid when due. In the event an account is referred to an agency or attorney for collection, a 25% fee will be added to the account, and the student promises to pay, in addition to all amounts otherwise due to Webster University, the costs and expenses of such collection and/or representation, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses (whether or not litigation is commenced), to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Advance deposit payments are non-refundable unless otherwise stated for specific academic programs. Non-refundable tuition deposits will be forfeited when a student withdraws from their academic program.

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Late Fees

Late Payment Fees

Webster University reserves the right to assess late payment fees on student accounts with unpaid balances after the payment deadline.

Students whose balances are not fully covered by a completed Financial Aid package, scholarship, third-party sponsorship or a university-approved Payment Plan may be subject to this fee. Students whose balances not covered by financial aid, scholarships, or third-party sponsorships must pay in full or be enrolled in a university-approved Payment Plan for their entire balance due to avoid the initial late payment fee. Students must remain enrolled in the Payment Plan and make all scheduled payments on time to remain in good standing and avoid the late payment fee.

An initial late payment fee of $150 will be assessed at the start of each semester or term if the student account balance is not paid in full by the second week of classes. 

Continuing Late Fees

• An additional late payment fee of $150 will be assessed at the end of the term/semester on any unpaid balances.
• If a delinquent balance carries into a subsequent semester or term, the late payment fee assessment cycle may begin again and will be subject to the referral of the account to an external collection.

Non-Waiver Circumstances

Late payment fees will not be waived due to, but not limited to:

• Lack of funds
• Postmark dates for mailed payments
• Non-receipt of billing statements
• Failure to review Webster email account for communications
• Personal or financial circumstances resulting in delayed payments

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Tuition Refunds

Undergraduate tuition refunds depend on the drop or withdrawal date. It is the undergraduate student’s responsibility to submit for a drop or withdrawal via MyWebster or with an academic advisor by the deadline. Refunds are for tuition only; all fees in connection with these courses (e.g. lab fees, music fees, parking fees, matriculation fees) are non-refundable. Housing and meal charges are refundable on a pro rata basis. 

Student tuition refund rates apply when a student drops or withdraws from a course in accordance with University enrollment policies during an applicable period to receive a percentage refund of tuition.  Students who withdrawal or drop outside of the approved refund periods will not see an adjustment on their student account. Tuition waivers for dropped courses are automatic; the charges are expunged from the student’s account. Tuition refunds for withdrawals are made automatically, based on the date of withdrawal, as authorized by the University official who processes the withdrawal. Account adjustments shall be made within 30 days of the date that the institution has determined that a tuition refund is due to a student.

Flat-fee tuition refunds are made only if drops and/or withdrawals reduce the credit load below 13 credit hours for the semester. This policy does not apply to U.S. students studying at an international campus. 

A student awarded financial aid should contact the Office of Financial Aid to determine the effect of dropping or withdrawing from class will have on aid eligibility.

International students recruited to the U.S. will be required to pay a Tuition Deposit, which is applicable toward tuition only. This Tuition Deposit is non-refundable upon enrollment and will be forfeited if the student decides to transfer out of the University. If the student rejoins the University within twelve (12) months of the the date of last class attendance, the forfeited Tuition Deposit will be applied to tuition.  Forfeited Deposit Tuition cannot be applied toward any other charges such as student health insurance, housing and other non-tuition fees that may remain outstanding for the student. 

Refunds for affected Department of Defense Tuition Assistance students attending Webster University classes are dictated by the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the DoD. The deposit and refund policies at international campuses may differ; contact the specific international campus for details. All other student refunds/tuition waivers are made according to the following schedule:

Refund Schedule
	Class Length
Date	16 weeks	9 weeks	8 weeks	5 weeks	4 weeks	3 weeks
Drop
Week 1	100%	100%	100%	100%	100%	100%
Withdrawal
Week 2	75%	75%	75%	25%	25%	0%
Week 3	50%	50%	50%	0%	0%	0%
Week 4	25%	25%	25%	0%	0%	N/A
Week 5	0%	0%	0%	0%	N/A	N/A
Week 6	0%	0%	0%	N/A	N/A	N/A
Week 7	0%	0%	0%	N/A	N/A	N/A
Week 8	0%	0%	0%	N/A	N/A	N/A
Week 9	0%	0%	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

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Late Refund Request

In cases where the student does not qualify for a refund of tuition, the student may petition for the one-time exception to the Refund Schedule due to special circumstances (e.g., medical emergency, military orders or work related issues). The student must file a tuition refund form with the Office of Student Affairs and attach a letter of explanation of special circumstances, and appropriate supporting documentation must be included e.g., a doctor's verification letter of medical treatment and diagnosis, military orders, or supervisor's letter on company letterhead stating withdrawal from course(s) is work related. Any requests for tuition refund that are granted will be considered as one-time exception. Students are limited to only one tuition refund during their career as an undergraduate.

Refund of Fees

Housing and food plan charges may be adjusted on a pro rata basis. Housing terminations are subject to contract termination fees. Class fees and other matriculation fees are non-refundable.

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Financial Aid

Webster University’s Financial Aid Office offers a comprehensive program of financial aid resources for students needing supplemental financial support for their educational expenses.

To apply for federal, state and institutional aid, a student must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA can be accessed online at www.studentaid.gov. Webster University’s academic year begins with the summer term and ends with the following year's spring semester (Summer, Fall, Spring). Webster's Spring semester usually ends in the 2nd week of May. To be considered for priority financial aid, FAFSA must be submitted by February 1st of each calendar year. In general, the FAFSA opens October 1st of each calendar year, to apply for aid for the academic year. Students should make sure to complete the FAFSA and any other requirements communicated by the Financial Aid Office prior to the end of the previous academic year to ensure that they are able to receive the aid to which they would be entitled. As some funds are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, completing the FAFSA after the February 1st priority deadline, or failure to submit any required documents in the timeframe specified, may result in a reduction in overall gift and campus-based aid availability.

If a student chooses to borrow a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will have the responsibility to repay the full amount of the loan borrowed plus any interest that may have accrued, per the terms specified in the loan agreement.

Cost of Attendance

An important part of determining a student's eligibility for financial aid is providing an estimated Cost of Attendance (COA). In accordance with federal regulations, Webster University has developed a Cost of Attendance (i.e., budget) for the anticipated expenses a student may incur during the academic award year. These expenses include tuition and fees, housing, food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.

Housing and food can refer to either on-campus or off-campus living expenses. Expenses are also considered for students who live at home with parents or relatives. Travel expenses include items such as gasoline, vehicle maintenance and insurance. Personal expenses include reasonable estimates for laundry, clothing and entertainment. Many of the elements in the Cost of Attendance are estimates, so it is possible for a student to spend more or less than anticipated during any given year.

How Financial Need is Determined

After the FAFSA is processed by the Department of Education, it produces the Student Aid Index (SAI). This number results from the information provided on the FAFSA. The SAI is an eligibility index number that a school's financial aid office uses to determine students' eligibility for certain types of student aid. Calculation of an SAI takes into consideration both the contributor's contribution (if applicable) and the student's contribution. For independent students, there is no contributor contribution unless they are married filing separately.

Federal Financial Aid Student Eligibility

To be considered for federal financial aid, also referred to as Title IV funds, a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required.

Gift Aid

Gift aid includes scholarships (awards for academic achievement, community service, demonstrated leadership, artistic talent, etc.) and grants (funding to meet a student’s need as determined by the federal formula used when filing a FAFSA). These programs reduce school costs but do not require repayment and/or work as a condition of receiving the funds.

Webster has a wide range of institutional scholarship programs for both incoming freshmen and new transfer students that are applied to tuition and other charges payable to Webster.

Scholarships and grants awarded to the student from outside sources are required to be reported to the financial aid office, so that these resources can be included in the overall financial aid offer. Students may report all outside scholarships in their Financial Aid Portal. Please report any outside financial resources no later than one month prior to the first day of classes. Please note, per federal requirements, the financial aid office may need to reduce previously offered aid to accommodate outside resources within the overall cost of attendance

The University reserves the right to revise any gift aid offered based on new information. Initial aid eligibility is calculated based on the information available at that time.

Self-Help Aid

Student loans may be used to address any expenses billed by Webster University, as well as any personal expenses, or other educationally related expenses. Webster University participates in the Federal Direct lending program that offers Direct Subsidized, Unsubsidized, and PLUS loans. Students are welcome to seek out a private loan for educational purposes from a lender of their choosing. Parent PLUS loans are limited to $20,000 per year with an aggregate loan limit of $65,000 per dependent student. 

Federal loans allow students to defer payment until after leaving the University or dropping below half-time enrollment. Some loans carry an interest subsidy. All have long-term repayment and controlled fixed interest rates.

There are also privately funded alternative educational loan programs designed to supplement institutionally administered Federal loan programs. These are not federally insured and may or may not carry a higher, variable interest rate and/or may require a credit worthy co-signer with a favorable credit history.

Second undergraduate bachelor’s degrees will be funded through loan programs only. For students working on a second undergraduate degree, federal and private loan programs are the only available aid programs. Federal loan limits for undergraduates are set at $31,000 and $57,500 for dependent and independent students, respectively. Any funds borrowed for the original bachelor’s degree is deducted from the aggregate loan limit for the student’s dependency classification to determine loan funds still available. The actual dollar amount awarded is determined by completing a FAFSA for each academic year of study, grade level and overall enrollment level for the semester. Students will receive notification of funding eligibility for the year, via the financial aid offer.

Refunds

Financial aid refunds are processed through the Bursar's Office (Business Office).

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Satisfactory Academic Progress

According to the United States Department of Education regulations, all students applying for federal and/or state financial assistance must maintain satisfactory progress in their course of study to receive these funds. These standards stipulate, but are not limited to, maintaining acceptable grades, completing a sufficient number of credit hours per semester and completing a degree within a reasonable time frame. A student who does not meet these standards is not eligible to receive federal, state and/or institutional financial aid. All semesters of attendance are considered for satisfactory progress regardless of whether the student received aid. Adherence to the following standards will be necessary for continued financial aid eligibility. A student must be making academic progress regardless of whether the student had previously received aid. Before aid is disbursed, a student’s progress will be evaluated annually after spring semester grades are recorded. Any student who has not previously received financial aid may not be notified of their status until they apply for financial aid.

Satisfactory Academic Progress is determined by:

• Qualitative Measurement (GPA)
  • Students must maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average based upon institutional hours attempted to remain in good standing.
• Quantitative Measurement: Pace of Progression (Credit Hours)

Students must complete attempted hours according to the following:

• Completion of 67% of cumulative hours attempted (i.e., a student attempts 15 hours and must complete 10 hours).
• Course grades of "I", "WF", "W", or "F" are considered as attempted and not completed.
• Course grade of Pass/Fail, will be counted in the total number of attempted hours. If the course is successfully completed, the credits are added to the total number of earned credit hours but the Pass grade is not included in the GPA calculation. Failing a course of this type will negatively impact the progression and GPA requirement.
• Courses completed at Webster University as well as courses transferred and accepted by Webster University are considered in the Pace of Progression completion rate.
• Once a student completes the coursework for a class in which they had previously earned a grade of "I", they must notify the Financial Aid Office of the completion and the financial aid status will be reviewed and updated.

Maximum Time-Frame

Degree requirements must be completed within a specific time frame. The maximum time frame for an Undergraduate Degree at Webster University is 180 credit hours (120 credit hours x 150%). Hours earned at Webster as well as hours transferred and accepted by Webster are considered in this time frame. Any student who has exceeded the maximum time frame and/or who mathematically cannot finish the program within this period will be considered ineligible for financial aid. Webster University understands students may change their educational goals and programs of study and additional education is often needed to enhance career opportunities. These students may provide a written request for reevaluation of their status.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Monitoring

Students are reviewed for GPA, Pace of Progression and Maximum Timeframe annually at the end of each Spring semester. Students who are on academic plan Probation for financial aid will be evaluated at the end of each semester (Summer, Fall, Spring), to determine whether their probationary status will be continued.

Suspension/Academic Plan Probation Status

A student will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension if:

• The student's cumulative GPA is less than the stated requirement in the Qualitative Measurement section.
  and/or
• The student has not successfully completed the minimum 67% of attempted hours including transferred hours.

A student placed on financial aid suspension will lose eligibility to receive financial assistance. Students will receive a notice in writing of their suspension status from the Financial Aid Office.

Non-Satisfactory Progress Appeal

If there are extenuating or mitigating circumstances contributing to the inability to meet the satisfactory academic progress requirements, a student who has been suspended from financial aid may complete and submit a Non-Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal Form (available online or in the Financial Aid Office) for reinstatement of financial aid within thirty (30) days of notification. Students may appeal for one of the following reasons:

• The death of a relative to the student.
• Severe injury or illness of the student.
• Other extenuating circumstances which may include but are not limited to:
  • Severe illness of a relative for whom the student has custodial responsibility.
  • Emergency situations such as fire or flood.
  • Military reassignment, required job shift change, or job transfer preventing the student from completing a semester.
  • Separation or divorce.

Such an appeal must be accompanied by supporting documentation and be submitted to the Financial Aid Office which will forward the appeal to the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeals Committee.

A student placed on a Financial Aid Academic Plan Probation:

• Will be reviewed at the end of each semester for continued eligibility.
• Must achieve a Qualitative Measurement (GPA listed above) and Pace of Progression (67% of attempted hours completed) each semester.
• Will lose all financial aid eligibility in future semesters and be placed on Financial Aid Suspension if either or both measurements are not achieved with no opportunity for appeal.

Reinstatement

A student who has been suspended from financial aid for failing to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress and has not had an appeal accepted may be eligible for reinstatement if they enroll in courses at their own expense and meets the criteria listed for cumulative Satisfactory Academic Progress. Students must notify the Financial Aid Office by submitting another Non-Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal Form.

The Webster University Financial Aid Office will attempt to notify, in writing, any student currently receiving financial aid who is placed on Financial Aid Suspension. However, failure to receive such notification does not relieve the student of the requirement to read, understand and follow the Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements for Financial Aid Recipients.

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University Withdrawal

If a student fully withdraws from the university, the Bursar Office may adjust their charges based upon their withdrawal date and the Webster University Refund Policy. For the university refund policy, refer to the University Business Office website.

Students must earn the federal aid that they receive each semester by attending, and successfully completing the courses for which they register. Regardless of any adjustment to a student's charges, if the student fully withdraws from the university, financial aid may be adjusted based on the percentage of the semester completed before withdrawal. In some cases, Federal Return of Title IV (R2T4) Funds regulations may require that aid be returned to the federal government for students who withdraw from Webster University. Financial aid is awarded for the entire term and if a student withdraws prior to the end of a term, then the Return of Title IV Fund rules will determine how much financial aid has been earned.

The student can keep the earned amount for the term, but the unearned portion must be immediately returned to the federal government. In some situations, this will leave the student with a balance owed to the university. A student should contact the Financial Aid Office before withdrawing from a course or term to understand the effects this action may cause to financial aid eligibility.

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Veterans’ Educational Benefits

Webster University courses of study are approved for veterans' educational benefits in compliance with prescribed regulations by special approval agencies in each state and for each foreign country where the University offers programs. Non-degree students are not eligible for VA educational benefits.

The regional VA office will be notified of the date on which a student officially ceases attendance if veterans' educational benefits apply. Except under extenuating circumstances, students receiving VA benefits who withdraw from a course will be reported to the VA offices as making unsatisfactory progress.

Records of progress are kept by the institution on both veteran and non-veteran students. Progress records are furnished to all students at the end of each scheduled term. The policy and regulations regarding student standards of progress for graduation are detailed under Undergraduate Grading Policy of the Academic Policies and Information section of this catalog. Additional information may be obtained from the Office of the Registrar at the St. Louis main campus.

Veterans who provide Webster University with a certificate of eligibility for entitlement to educational assistance from the VA under chapter 31 and 33 will be allowed to access classes, libraries or other institutional facilities even if payment from the VA is delayed. Students will not need to seek additional funding or incur late fees due to a delayed disbursement.

Any conduct that is detrimental to the school and/or other students will result in the termination of VA educational benefits. The Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for financial aid also applies to VA educational benefits.

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Return to Title IV (R2T4)

Financial aid is awarded to a student under the assumption that the student will attend school for the entire period for which the financial assistance is awarded. The federal government mandates that students who withdraw or fail to complete all classes (unofficial withdrawal) within a term may only keep the financial aid they have “earned” up to the time of withdrawal. Any unearned aid must be returned regardless if it has already been disbursed.

This is called Return of Title IV Funds or R2T4. It can result in the student owing aid funds to the University, government, or both. Title IV funds include federal programs such as the Pell Grant, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Perkins Loan, Federal Direct Stafford Loans (both subsidized and unsubsidized loans), Parent Plus Loan for Undergraduates and the Graduate Plus Loan.

The higher number of class days completed, the lower the amount of financial aid that must be returned. Once a student has completed more than 60% of the semester, the student is allowed to keep 100% of aid even if a withdrawal occurs after that point. If you are considering withdrawing it is encouraged to speak with our office so we can advise and provide you the best information possible prior to withdrawing.

Webster University is required to return a portion of federal aid if a student withdraws on or before completing 60% of the semester. Webster will return funds on behalf of the students to the appropriate federal aid program, which may cause the student to incur a balance. Students are required to repay any balance owed to Webster before transcripts or diplomas will be released or before students can register for an upcoming semester. Any federal loan amount owed by the student is to be repaid under the terms of the promissory note.

If the amount disbursed to you was less than the amount you earned, you may be eligible to receive a post-withdrawal disbursement of the earned aid that was not received. You will be notified by the financial aid office if you are eligible for this disbursement.

Funds will be returned in the following order per federal regulations:

• Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan
• Subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan
• Grad Plus Loan
• Federal Plus Loan
• Federal Pell Grant
• Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant
• Pell Grant
• FSEOG
• Unsub
• Sub
• Perkins

How am I notified if I owe a balance due to R2T4?

The Financial Aid Office will notify you regarding a balance due to R2T4 via email and sending a letter to your Webster email address. Any account balance will also appear on the bill.

Does withdrawing affect Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)?

Yes, withdrawing may have an effect on your SAP. Please review our eligibility requirements for maintaining SAP for subsequent semesters. Please also consult a financial aid counselor prior to dropping to understand any potential financial impact.

If I withdraw what happens to future semesters of aid?

If you withdraw or stop attending in the fall term, we will cancel future disbursements of your loans and any grants you were receiving. If you plan to return you will need to a Financial Aid Change Request Form to request our office to reinstate your semester’s awards. If you withdraw in the spring you will need to submit a Summer Application to be awarded summer aid.

If you have had a Federal Loan as part of your financial aid, either this year or in previous years, you are required to complete Loan Exit Counseling any time you fall below half-time enrollment. If you have taken out loans for the semester in which you withdrew, these loans will still count towards your aggregate limit.

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Scholarship Programs

Webster University funds the Webster University Scholarship Program through the University’s annual operating budget.

The following are application guidelines:

1. Applicants are seeking their first bachelor's degree.
2. Applicants have a minimum cumulative grade average of B or better (as calculated by Webster University) on all prior work attempted in high school and/or college.
3. Applicants are accepted to the University as a degree-seeking student by April 1st (freshmen) or June 1st (transfers). The deadline for international students is March 1. Some scholarships require a separate application and have deadlines as early as Feb. 15. Please consult the Scholarship page at www.webster.edu/financialaid/scholarships.html for more information.
4. Applicants must enroll as full-time students and take 13 or more credit hours (known as flat fee) in each semester. (A limited number of scholarships for part-time students (less than 13 credits per semester) are offered.)

To be considered for Webster University scholarship funds, the following items must be submitted:

• Completed admission application.
• Secondary or postsecondary transcripts.
• ACT or SAT composite scores (freshmen only — unless applying test optional).

Some scholarships require a separate application form, which may be obtained in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions or online at https://www.webster.edu/admissions. The University’s decision is communicated in writing, normally within two weeks of committee review. The selection process for scholarship candidates is competitive and scholarship funds are awarded by the University without regard to financial need. Awards apply only to fall and spring semester tuition charges at Webster.

Applicants who are accepted or submit required credentials after the scholarship application deadline are considered only if funds remain. Scholarship funds are only applied to tuition costs. Need-based financial assistance is also available to U.S. citizens and others who meet eligibility guidelines.

Scholarship Process

Scholarship decisions are based on the University's evaluation of an applicant's previous academic background.

Freshmen Academic Scholarships

Freshman applicants will be considered for scholarship based upon the applicant’s academic grades in high school, class rank in high school, overall high school extra-curricular achievement and engagement, and academic statement. The applicant’s résumé of school/community activities and letters of recommendation are also considered in the awarding of academic scholarships.

Transfer Academic Scholarships

Transfer applicants who have successfully completed at least 30 college-level, graded, transferable credit hours will be considered for scholarship based on the cumulative post-secondary grade point average (GPA).

An applicant who has successfully completed fewer than 30 credit hours must also submit a high school transcript. Scholarship decisions for these students are normally based on the cumulative postsecondary GPA and the high school transcript.

International Academic Scholarships

International applicants will be considered for merit-based International Academic Scholarship based upon the scholarship application, applicant's cumulative grade point average (GPA) at high school and/or university, and essay. The applicant's class rank in high school, overall high school extra-curricular achievements and engagements may also be considered in awarding academic scholarships. International Academic Scholarships are awarded for the duration of the program. Students receiving the financial award are expected to be in good standing to continue  to receiving these awards.

Eligibility Notification

A scholarship applicant receives written notification of the University’s decision. A student who is awarded a Webster University scholarship receives a contract that details the amount, eligibility requirements for the disbursement of funds and the conditions for renewal. Webster University scholarships apply to tuition only at the University and are not linked to a student’s major area of study. Funding such as the Federal Work Study and Federal Student Loans (if eligible) must be accepted by the student within the Financial Aid Portal located within Connections.

Academic Scholarship Renewal

Webster University scholarships are renewable if the recipient makes satisfactory academic progress as defined in the scholarship contract, maintains continuous enrollment in a minimum of 13 credit hours each semester at Webster and has not exceeded eight full time semesters for freshmen and four full time semesters for transfer students. Student records are checked at the end of the spring semester to determine whether the recipient has achieved satisfactory academic progress for renewal.

Other Scholarships

Scholarship funds donated to Webster University for specific needs and purposes are awarded to eligible students by the University’s Scholarship Committee. These funds carry special eligibility requirements and conditions. (Unless otherwise specified, all scholarships are for study at the St. Louis campus.)