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Did you know you can graduate with a degree from John Melvin University completely debt-free? With our pay-as-you-go monthly payment option, students avoid paying back high-interest loans after graduation.
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JMU offers multiple ways to reduce costs with several needs-based financial aid options. Some of these option include:
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Tuition Discounts
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Merit-based tuition discounts are offered to students based on performance in academics, athletics, or extracurricular endeavors.​
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Scholarships
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When you apply to JMU, you also have the option to apply for several different scholarships.
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Alternative Funding Options
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JMU offers financial aid options from private providers where students can choose the option that best fits their funding needs. Program and student eligibility criteria differ by provider and product. JMU encourages students to evaluate all funding options and select the option that best meets their individual needs and circumstances.
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Disclaimer: Financing applications are subject to an applicant credit review and individual provider terms and conditions. JMU does not endorse any listed financing options and is not affiliated with any lender or servicer. Loans are not offered, originated by, or made by John Melvin University.
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Tuition & Fees
TUITION:
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Undergraduate Programs (Associate's Degree)
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Cost Per Credit Hour = $350.00
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Total Credits for Degree = 60
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Total Tuition for Degree = $21,000.00
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Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor's Degree)
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Cost Per Credit Hour = $350.00
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Total Credits for Degree = 120
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Total Tuition for Degree = $42,000.00
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Graduate Programs
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Cost Per Credit Hour = $500.00
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Total Credits for Degree = 33
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Total Tuition for Degree = $16,500.00
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Special Discounted Tuition Rate:
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Military / First Responders = $250.00 / Credit
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MANDATORY FEES (PER SEMESTER): These fees provide access to activities and services, and are assessed to all students. These fees cannot be waived or discounted. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the benefits these fees provide.
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New Student Admission Fees (Non-Refundable)
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Application Fee: (one-time fee) $25.00​
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Reservation Fee: (one-time fee) $200.00
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Program Fees (Per Semester Fees)​
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​Student Services – $25 per course
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​Funds expended for activities whose primary purpose is to contribute to student's emotional and physical well-being and to their intellectual, cultural, and social development outside the context of formal instruction. Examples include Career and Academic Planning, Disability Services, Counseling Center, and the Registrar.
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Institutional Support – $50 per course
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​Funds expended for support for the day-to-day operations of the university. Examples include fiscal operations, general administrative services, logistical services, and public relations and development.
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Instruction & Academic Support – $50 per course
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​[Instruction] Funds expended for activities that are part of the institution’s instructional program. Examples include the academic Colleges.
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[Academic Support] Funds expended for activities carried out primarily to provide support services that are an integral part of the operations of one of the institution's three primary programs: instruction, research, and public service. Libraries and Education Technologies as an example.
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Student Activity – $25 per course
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​Non-academic programs, departments and services that offer a variety of extra-curricular student activities and learning opportunities (Intercollegiate Athletics, Intramurals, Clubs, and Student Organizations).
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Miscellaneous Fees (As Needed Fees)
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Graduation Fee: $150.00​
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Exam Proctor Fee: $30.00
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Replacement ID Fee: $10.00
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Refund Policy
Refunds
John Melvin University’s Institutional Refund Policy has been established in accordance with current state and federal regulations and applicable accrediting standards. A refund to the student or fund source may result from the application of John Melvin University’s Institutional Refund Policy.
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Refunds Due to Cancellations
Students who are not accepted by the University or cancel enrollment within five (5) business days of John Melvin University’s receipt of a signed enrollment agreement are entitled to a 100% refund of tuition and fees (0% tuition and fees charged).
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Students who have not visited John Melvin University prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to cancel all courses without penalty (0% of tuition and fees charged) within three (3) business days following either the regularly scheduled orientation or following a tour of the school. Under any other circumstances, the $50 registration fee is retained by John Melvin University.
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Refunds Due to Withdrawal
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students who withdraw prior to the first day of classes are entitled to a full refund of tuition and fees.
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administrative fees retained by the institution upon the early withdrawal of a student is 15 percent of the total cost of tuition and fees paid by the student;
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students withdrawing during the first 10 days of classes shall receive a minimum refund of 75 percent of total tuition and fees paid, excluding any nonrefundable application fees, less the maximally allowable administrative fees retained by the institution (15% administrative fees);
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students withdrawing from day 11 through day 24 of classes shall receive a minimum refund of 50 percent of total tuition and fees paid, excluding any nonrefundable application fees, less the maximally allowable administrative fees retained by the institution (15% administrative fees);
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students withdrawing from day 25 through the end of the quarter, semester, or similar time period may be ineligible to receive a refund;
Students must submit an official withdrawal form to the admissions department. Refunds will be made within forty-five (45) days of the date that John Melvin University determines that the student has officially withdrawn. Refund checks will be mailed to the student’s address on file. In the event of a student’s prolonged illness, accident, death in the family, or other circumstances that make completion of the semester impossible or impractical, the school will attempt to make a fair and reasonable settlement. John Melvin University reserves the right to modify these policies in order to remain in compliance with any changes in the applicable laws and regulations.
Contact
finaid@johnmelvinuniversity.org
John Melvin University
123 N. Parkerson Ave
Crowley, LA 70526
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