Withdrawal and Refund Policies

Undergraduate Refund Policy

The withdrawal process is initiated at the Registrar's Office by filing a withdrawal form, which must be finished in its entirety to complete the withdrawal process. For purposes of clarification, "withdrawal" includes medical leaves of absence and mandatory medical leaves of absence, and this refund policy shall apply in such cases. Please note: "withdrawal" does not include dismissals and suspensions, which are covered below.

Refunds are based on Quinnipiac University Policy and the Return of Federal (Title IV) Financial Aid Funds Policy required by the U.S. Department of Education.

The policies described below have been categorized into two groups:

1. Quinnipiac University Undergraduate Refund Policy

2. Undergraduate Policy on Withdrawing and Implications on Financial Aid

 

1. Quinnipiac University Undergraduate Refund Policy

The policy described below is divided into two scenarios: refunds prior to the start of classes; and refunds after the start of classes.

 

Refund Policies – Prior to the Start of Classes

The following policy is in effect prior to the start of the term which is prior to the start of 15-week classes.

Tuition, Related Fees and Deposits

New Incoming Students

A new incoming non-resident student who has rendered the matriculation deposit and then withdraws from the university will forfeit the entire matriculation deposit.

A new incoming resident student who has rendered the matriculation deposit and a room reservation deposit and then withdraws from the university will forfeit the entire matriculation deposit and the entire room reservation deposit.

In all instances noted above, any balance on the account, less financial aid, will be refunded.

Returning Students

A returning resident student who renders the room reservation deposit and then withdraws from the university will forfeit the room reservation deposit.

The one exception to the above policy will be when a returning resident student is dismissed or suspended by the university for academic deficiencies. In this event, the room reservation deposit will be refunded in full, but the student will still be charged an administrative fee of $100. Students who are dismissed or suspended for disciplinary reasons are ineligible for a refund of their room reservation deposit.

In all instances noted above, any balance on the account, less financial aid, will be refunded.

Summer Classes

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws by the Sunday of the week in which the first class meets will receive a refund of 100 percent of any balance on their account, less financial aid.

January-Term

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws by the Sunday of the week in which the first class meets will receive a refund of 100 percent of any balance on their account, less financial aid.

 

Refund Policies – After the Start of Classes

Tuition and Related Fees

Undergraduate full-time students who withdraw from any of their classes after the published "Last Day for Late Registration/Schedule Changes" will receive a grade of "W" and will not be entitled to any adjustment of their charges for tuition and fees.

Students who effect a complete withdrawal or leave of absence from the university, regardless of the reason (including medical) will be granted a pro-rata refund of tuition and fees, less an administrative fee of $100. Late fees are nonrefundable. The pro-rata refund is computed based on the following policy details.

Fall and Spring Terms

• 15-week classes:

  • Withdrawal during first and second week of classes: 80%

  • Withdrawal during third week of classes: 60%

  • Withdrawal during fourth week of classes: 40%

  • Withdrawal during fifth week of classes: 20%

  • Withdrawal after fifth week of classes: 0%

• 7-week classes:

  • Withdrawal prior to end of the add/drop registration period on the Academic Calendar (11:59 p.m. of the second day of the 7-week session): 100%

  • Withdrawal after the end of the add/drop registration period on the Academic Calendar (12:00 a.m. of the third day of the 7-week session): 0%

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as when the semester has already started.

The date of withdrawal for purposes of calculating the refund is the date on which the student makes a formal application for withdrawal to the Registrar's Office, or, in case of medical leaves of absence, the date that the Associate Dean of Health and Wellness approves the leave of absence. The refund schedule listed above is applied regardless of the reason for withdrawal, including medical reasons.

Summer Term

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws after the Sunday of the week in which the first class meets will receive a pro-rata refund of tuition and fees based on the schedule below.

• Withdrawal before the first week of class 100%

• Withdrawal during first week of class 80%

• Withdrawal during second week of class 50%

• Withdrawal during third week of class 30%

• Withdrawal after third week of class 0%

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as after the start of the semester.

Accelerated Nursing Program

Students participating in the accelerated nursing program will follow the refund policy listed below.

• Withdrawal during first and second week of classes 80%

• Withdrawal during third week of classes 60%

• Withdrawal during fourth week of classes 40%

• Withdrawal during fifth week of classes 20%

• Withdrawal after fifth week of classes 0%

The date of withdrawal for purposes of calculating the refund is the date on which the student makes formal application for withdrawal to the Registrar's Office, or, in the case of medical leaves of absence, the date the Associate Dean of health and wellness approves the leave of absence. The refund schedule listed above is applied regardless of the reason for withdrawal, including medical reasons.

January Term

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws after the Sunday of the week in which the first class meets will receive a pro-rata refund of tuition and fees based on the schedule below.

• Withdrawal before the first week of class 100%

• Withdrawal during first week of class 80%

• Withdrawal during second week of class 50%

• Withdrawal during third week of class 0%

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as after the start of the semester.
The date of withdrawal for purposes of calculating the refund is the date on which the student makes a formal application for withdrawal to the Registrar's Office, or, in case of medical leaves of absence, the date that the Associate Dean of Health and Wellness approves the leave of absence. The refund schedule listed above is applied regardless of the reason for withdrawal, including medical reasons.

Termination of Residency in University Housing

Resident students who withdraw from the university in total within the first two weeks of the semester or move-in, whichever is sooner, will forfeit 50 percent of the room and board, the room reservation deposit and an administrative fee of $100. Beginning with the third week, resident students who withdraw from the university in total, or simply terminate their residency in university housing, will forfeit 100 percent of the room and board charge, with the room reservation deposit applied to any outstanding balance.

Non-Resident Dining Plans

Non-resident students who withdraw from the university within the first two weeks of the semester will forfeit 50 percent of the dining plan cost, plus any additional dining dollars used. Beginning with the third academic week, non-resident students who withdraw from the university will be responsible for 100 percent of the dining plan cost.

Dismissals and Suspensions

A student who is either dismissed or suspended by the university for any reason during any academic semester will receive a refund based on the applicable refund percentage in effect at the time of the student's dismissal or suspension (first five weeks). In addition, a student who is dismissed or suspended will be charged all administrative fees and board fees as prescribed.

Payment Plan

Students using the university's payment plan who withdraw during the refund period (first five weeks) should note that their forfeiture will be computed on the full amount charged regarding tuition and fees, and not on the amount remitted via the payment plan. In addition, the $75 service charge for using the payment plan will also be included in the list of charges. After the fifth week, the balance due under the payment plan will be due and payable on the date of withdrawal.

Accelerated Dual Degree - 3+1 Students

Students enrolled in a 3+1 program will be subject to the same refund policies in effect for undergraduate and graduate students. However, students who cease enrollment in a 3+1 program, voluntarily or involuntarily, shall immediately forfeit the benefits of the program's flat fee pricing structure. As such, any current or pending charges will be adjusted to reflect the undergraduate and graduate pricing in effect at the time of the change in status. In addition, any courses taken in a future term after the change in status will be subject to the pricing in effect at that time.

Questions

For more information, please contact One Stop at onestop@qu.edu

 

Questions

• If you have questions regarding the Federal Refund policy, please contact the Undergraduate Financial Aid office.

• If you have questions regarding the Quinnipiac withdrawal policy and billing, please contact the One Stop office.

 

Return of Institutional Funds and Private Educational Loans

When a student withdraws, Institutional need-based funds such as University grants and certain student programs will be adjusted based on the student’s withdrawal date. These funds are applied based on the University’s institutional refund policy.

Revised 9/2022

Graduate and Part-Time Refund Policy

The withdrawal process is initiated at the Registrar's Office through the filing of a withdrawal form, which must be finished in its entirety to complete the withdrawal process. For purposes of clarification, "withdrawal" includes medical leaves of absence and mandatory medical leaves of absence, and this Refund Policy shall apply in all such cases. Please note, "withdrawal" does not include dismissals and suspensions which are covered in "Dismissals and Suspensions" below.

Refunds are based on Quinnipiac University Policy and the Return of Federal Financial Aid (Title IV) Funds Policy as required by the U.S. Department of Education.

The policies described below have been categorized into two groups:

1. Quinnipiac University Graduate and Part-Time Refund Policy

2. Graduate and Part-Time Policy on Withdrawing and Implications on Financial Aid

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1. Quinnipiac University Graduate and Part-Time Refund Policy

The policy described below is divided into two scenarios: refunds prior to the start of classes; and refunds after the start of classes.

 

Refund Policies – Prior to the Start of Classes

Tuition, Related Fees and Deposits

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws by the SUNDAY of the week in which their first class meets will receive a refund of 100% of any balance on their account, less financial aid.

Summer Classes

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws by the Sunday of the week in which the first class meets will receive a refund of 100 percent of any balance on their account, less financial aid.

January Term

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws by the Sunday of the week in which the first class meets will receive a refund of 100 percent of any balance on their account, less financial aid.

 

Refund Policies – After the Start of Classes

Tuition and Related Fees

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as after the start of the semester.
The date of withdrawal for purposes of calculating the refund is the date on which the student makes formal application for withdrawal to the registrar's office, or, in the case of medical leaves of absence, the date that the Dean of Graduate Student Affairs approves the leave of absence. The refund schedule listed below is applied regardless of the reason for withdrawal, including medical reasons.

Fall, Spring and Summer Terms

Classes four weeks or longer: Refund Policy Tuition and Related Fees
A student who registers for class(es) (credit or audit) that are four or more weeks in length and then withdraws after the SUNDAY of the week in which their FIRST class meets will receive a pro-rata refund of tuition and fees based on the schedule below:

• Withdrawal before the first week of class: 100%

• Withdrawal during first week of class: 80%

• Withdrawal during second week of class: 50%

• Withdrawal during third week of class: 30%

• Withdrawal after third week of class: 0%

Classes fewer than four weeks in length: Refund Policy Tuition and Related Fees
A student who registers for class(es) (credit or audit) that are fewer than four weeks in length and then withdraws by the SUNDAY of the week in which their FIRST class meets will receive a full refund. Students who withdraw by the MONDAY of the week in which their FIRST class meets will receive a pro-rata refund of tuition and fees based on the schedule below:

• Withdraws by the SUNDAY of the week in which their FIRST class meets: 100%

• Withdraw by the MONDAY of the week in which their FIRST class meets: 80%

• Withdraw after the MONDAY of their first week 0%

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as when the semester has already started.

January Term

A student who registers for a class(es) (credit or audit) and then withdraws after the Sunday of the week in which the first class meets will receive a pro-rata refund of tuition and fees based on the schedule below.

• Withdrawal before the first week of class 100%

• Withdrawal during first week of class 80%

• Withdrawal during second week of class 50%

• Withdrawal during third week of class 0%

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as after the start of the semester.

The date of withdrawal for purposes of calculating the refund is the date on which the student makes a formal application for withdrawal to the Registrar's Office, or, in case of medical leaves of absence, the date that the Associate Dean of Health and Wellness for undergraduate programs and Dean of Graduate Student Affairs for graduate programs approves the leave of absence. The refund schedule listed above is applied regardless of the reason for withdrawal, including medical reasons.

Termination of Residency in University Housing

Resident students who withdraw from the university in total within the first two weeks of the semester or move-in, whichever is sooner, will forfeit 50 percent of the room and board, the room reservation deposit and an administrative fee of $100. Beginning with the third week resident students who withdraw from the university in total, or simply terminate their residency in university housing, will forfeit 100 percent of the room and board charge, with the room reservation deposit applied to any outstanding balance.

Non-Resident Dining Plans

Non-resident students who withdraw from the university within the first two weeks of the semester will forfeit 50 percent of the dining plan cost, plus any additional dining dollars used. Beginning with the third academic week, non-resident students who withdraw from the university will be responsible for 100 percent of the dining plan cost.

Dismissals and Suspensions

A student who is either dismissed or suspended by the university for any reason during either academic semester will receive a refund based on the applicable refund percentage in effect at the time of the student's dismissal or suspension. In addition, a student who is dismissed or suspended will be charged all administrative fees and board fees as prescribed.

Payment Plan

Students using the university's payment plan who withdraw during the refund period should note that their forfeiture will be computed on the full amount charged regarding tuition and fees, and not on the amount remitted via the payment plan. In addition, the $75 service charge for using the payment plan will also be included in the list of charges. After the applicable refund period, the balance due under the payment plan will be due and payable on the date of withdrawal.

3+1 Students

Students enrolled in a 3+1 Program will be subject to the same refund policies in effect for undergraduate and graduate students. However, students who cease enrollment in a 3+1 Program, voluntarily or involuntarily, shall immediately forfeit the benefits of the programs Flat Fee pricing structure. As such, any current or pending charges will be adjusted to reflect the undergraduate and graduate pricing in effect at the time of the change in status. In addition, any courses taken in a future term after the change in status will be subject to the pricing in effect at that time.

Questions

For more information, please contact One Stop at onestop@qu.edu

Questions

• If you have questions regarding the Federal Refund policy, please contact the Graduate Financial Aid office.

• If you have questions regarding the Quinnipiac withdrawal policy and billing, please contact the One Stop office.

 

Return of Institutional Funds and Private Educational Loans

When a student withdraws, Institutional need-based funds such as University grants and certain student programs will be adjusted based on the student’s withdrawal date. These funds are applied based on the university’s institutional refund policy.

In instances where a private educational loan was borrowed, we will work with the student or family to reduce the loan amount accordingly based on the amount charged by the university.

Reviewed 9/2022

School of Law Refund Policy

A student may withdraw from one or more courses during the add/drop period by doing so on Self-Service. After the add/drop period, a student must obtain and file a drop form at the Associate Dean and Registrar's office. A student who wishes to withdraw completely from the School of Law must submit a statement to that effect to the Associate Dean.

Refunds are based on Quinnipiac University Policy and the Return of Federal Financial Aid (Title IV) Funds Policy as required by the U.S. Department of Education.

For purposes of clarification and for reference, the policies described below have been categorized into two groups:

1. Quinnipiac University School of Law Refund Policy

2. Policy on Withdrawing and Implications on Financial Aid

1. Quinnipiac University School of Law Refund Policy

The policy described below is divided into two scenarios: refunds prior to the start of classes; and refunds after the start of classes.

Refund Policies – Prior to the Start of Classes

A new incoming student who has rendered their tuition deposit, and then withdraws prior to the start of classes, will forfeit their deposit.

Returning students, withdrawing prior to the start of classes, will receive a full refund.

Refund Policies – After the Start of Classes

Tuition, Related Fees and Deposits

Law students who withdraw from any of their classes after the published "Last Day for Late Registration/Schedule Changes" will not be entitled to any adjustment of their charges for tuition and fees.

Students who affect a complete withdrawal or leave of absence from the university, regardless of the reason, including medical, will be granted a pro-rata refund of tuition and fees, less an administrative fee of $100. Late fees are non-refundable either in total or pro-ration. The pro-rata refund will be computed on the following basis:

Fall and Spring Terms

• Withdrawal first week 80%

• Withdrawal second week 60%

• Withdrawal third week 40%

• Withdrawal fourth week 20%

• Withdrawal after fourth week 0%

Summer Term

• Withdrawal first week 80%

• Withdrawal second week 50%

• Withdrawal third week 30%

• Withdrawal fourth week 0%

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as after the start of the semester.

The date of withdrawal for purposes of calculating the refund is the date on which the student makes formal application for withdrawal to the registrar's office. The refund schedule listed above is applied regardless of the reason for withdrawal, including medical reasons.

Dismissals and Suspensions

A student who is either dismissed or suspended by the university for any reason during either academic semester will receive a refund based on the applicable refund percentage in effect at the time of the student's dismissal or suspension (first four weeks). After the fourth academic week, the refund policy as stated above will be applied. In addition, a student who is dismissed or suspended will be charged all administrative fees and board fees as prescribed.

Payment Plan

Students using the university's payment plan who withdraw during the refund period (first four weeks) should note that their forfeiture will be computed on the full amount charged regarding tuition and fees, and not on the amount remitted via the payment plan. In addition, the $75 service charge for using the payment plan will also be included in the list of charges. After the fourth week, the balance due under the payment plan will be due and payable on the date of withdrawal.

Refund Policy for Termination of Residency in University Housing

Resident students who withdraw from the university in total within the first two weeks of the semester or move-in, whichever is sooner, will forfeit 50 percent of the room and board, the room reservation deposit and an administrative fee of $100. Beginning with the third academic week resident students who withdraw from the university in total, or only terminate their residency in university housing, will forfeit 100 percent of the room and board charge, with the room reservation deposit applied to any outstanding balance.

Non-Resident Dining Plans

Non-resident students who withdraw from the university within the first two weeks of the semester will forfeit 50 percent of the dining plan cost, plus any additional dining dollars used. Beginning with the third academic week, non-resident students who withdraw from the university will be responsible for 100 percent of the dining plan cost.

For more information, please contact One Stop at onestop@qu.edu

Questions

• If you have questions regarding the Federal Refund policy, please contact the School of Law Financial Aid office.

• If you have questions regarding the Quinnipiac withdrawal policy and billing, please contact the One Stop office.

 

Return of Institutional Funds and Private Educational Loans

When a student withdraws, Institutional need-based funds such as University grants and certain student programs will be adjusted based on the student’s withdrawal date. These funds are applied based on the University’s institutional refund policy.

In instances where a private educational loan was borrowed, we will work with the student or family to reduce the loan amount accordingly based on the amount charged by the university.

School of Medicine Refund Policy

The withdrawal process is initiated at the Registrar's Office by filing a withdrawal form, which must be finished in its entirety to complete the withdrawal process. For purposes of clarification, "withdrawal" includes medical leaves of absence and mandatory medical leaves of absence, and this refund policy shall apply in such cases. Please note: "withdrawal" does not include dismissals and suspensions, which are covered below.

Refunds are based on Quinnipiac University Policy and the Return of Federal (Title IV) Financial Aid Funds Policy required by the U.S. Department of Education.

The policies described below have been categorized into two groups:

1. Quinnipiac University School of Medicine Refund Policy

2. Undergraduate Policy on Withdrawing and Implications on Financial Aid

1. Quinnipiac University School of Medicine Refund Policy

The policy described below applies to students withdrawing from classes as well as those students effecting a complete withdrawal from Quinnipiac University.

Matriculation Deposit

A new student who has rendered the $100 matriculation deposit and withdraws from the University prior to May 15th will be entitled to a full refund of their matriculation deposit. Withdrawals occurring after May 15th will not be entitled to a refund of the matriculation deposit.

In all instances noted above, any balance on the student's account, less financial aid, will be refunded.

Tuition and Related Fees

Medical students who withdraw from any of their classes will be entitled to an adjustment of their charges for tuition and fees, as per the Quinnipiac University Tuition Refund Policy. Please see the tables for specific dates by which a student must withdraw to receive a tuition refund. Students must withdraw before each of the dates to qualify for the corresponding tuition refund.

The “Last Day for Late Registration/Schedule Changes" date referred to in the Quinnipiac University Tuition Refund Policy, is the “0%” tuition refund date in the tables below.

 

Semester 1, 2024-2025

Percent of Tuition Refunded	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4
Withdrawal before the first week of class: 100%	Monday, August 5, 2024	Monday, August 12, 2024	Monday, April 15, 2024	Monday, April 22, 2024
Withdrawal during first and second week of class: 80%	Sunday, August 18, 2024	Sunday, August 25, 2024	Sunday, April 28, 2024	Sunday, May 5, 2024
Withdrawal during third week of class: 60%	Sunday, August 25, 2024	Sunday, September 1, 2024	Sunday, May 5, 2024	Sunday, May 12, 2024
Withdrawal during fourth week of class: 40%	Sunday, September 1, 2024	Sunday, September 8, 2024	Sunday, May 12, 2024	Sunday, May 19, 2024
Withdrawal during fifth week of class: 20%	Sunday, September 8, 2024	Sunday, September 15, 2024	Sunday, May 19, 2024	Sunday, May 26, 2024
Withdrawal after fifth week of class: 0%	Monday, September 9, 2024	Monday, September 16, 2024	Monday, May 20, 2024	Tuesday, May 28, 2024

 

Semester 2, 2024-2025

Percent of Tuition Refunded	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4
Withdrawal before the first week of class: 100%	Monday, January 6, 2025	Monday, December 9, 2024	Monday, November 4, 2024	Monday, November 11, 2024
Withdrawal during first and second week of class: 80%	Sunday, January 19, 2025	Sunday, December 22, 2024	Sunday, November 17, 2024	Sunday, November 24, 2024
Withdrawal during third week of class: 60%	Sunday, January 26, 2025	Sunday, January 6, 2025	Sunday, November 24, 2024*	Sunday, December 1, 2024
Withdrawal during fourth week of class: 40%	Sunday, February 2, 2025	Sunday, January 12, 2025	Sunday, December 8, 2024	Sunday, December 8, 2024
Withdrawal during fifth week of class: 20%	Sunday, February 9, 2025	Sunday, January 19, 2025	Sunday, December 15, 2024	Sunday, December 15, 2024
Withdrawal after fifth week of class: 0%	Monday, February 10, 2025	Tuesday, January 21, 2025	Monday, December 16, 2024	Monday, December 16, 2024

*Holiday week November 25, 2024 for M3 students does not count as instruction.

Please note that course fees may not be refunded or prorated under certain circumstances such as after the start of the semester.

The date of withdrawal for purposes of calculating the refund is the date on which the student makes formal application for withdrawal to the Registrar's Office, or, in the case of medical leaves of absence, the date the Associate Dean of Student Affairs in the Medical School approves the leave of absence. The refund schedule listed above is applied regardless of the reason for withdrawal, including medical reasons.

Refund Policy for Termination of Residency in University Housing

Resident students who withdraw from the university in total within the first two weeks of the semester or move-in, whichever is sooner, will forfeit 50 percent of the room and board, the room reservation deposit and an administrative fee of $100. Beginning with the third academic week resident students who withdraw from the university in total, or only terminate their residency in university housing, will forfeit 100 percent of the room and board charge, with the room reservation deposit applied to any outstanding balance.

Non-Resident Dining Plans

Non-resident students who withdraw from the university within the first two weeks of the semester will forfeit 50 percent of the dining plan cost, plus any additional dining dollars used. Beginning with the third academic week, non-resident students who withdraw from the university will be responsible for 100 percent of the dining plan cost.

Dismissals and Suspensions

A student who is either dismissed or suspended by the university for any reason during either academic semester will receive a refund based on the applicable refund percentage in effect at the time of the student's dismissal or suspension. In addition, a student who is dismissed or suspended will be charged all administrative fees and board fees as prescribed.

Payment Plan

Students using the university's payment plan who withdraw during the refund period should note that their forfeiture will be computed on the full amount charged regarding tuition and fees, and not on the amount remitted via the payment plan. In addition, the $75 service charge for using the payment plan will also be included in the list of charges. After the applicable refund period, the balance due under the payment plan will be due and payable on the date of withdrawal.

For more information, please contact One Stop at onestop@qu.edu

Questions

• If you have questions regarding the Federal Refund policy, please contact the School of Medicine Financial Aid office.

• If you have questions regarding the Quinnipiac withdrawal policy and billing, please contact the One Stop office.

 

Return of Institutional Funds and Private Educational Loans

When a student withdraws, Institutional need-based funds such as University grants and certain student programs will be adjusted based on the student’s withdrawal date. These funds are applied based on the University’s institutional refund policy.

In instances where a private educational loan was borrowed, we will work with the student or family to reduce the loan amount accordingly based on the amount charged by the university.

Revised 9/2022