Tuition & Fees

Students are responsible for understanding and complying with all regulations and procedures related to the payment of tuition and fees, as well as eligibility for refunds. Lack of awareness or reliance on incorrect information from an advisor or other source will not be accepted as justification for waiving any policy or requirement.

For questions about payment amounts or methods, please contact the Cashier’s Office. Questions about refund eligibility should be directed to the Office of the Registrar. Please note that verbal miscommunication does not exempt a student from following established policies.

All fees are due on the day of registration, and registration is not considered complete until full payment has been made. Acceptable payment methods include cash, check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.

Tuition and fees are assessed in accordance with the policies of the Technical College System of Georgia and are subject to change without prior notice.

Tuition

Student Type	Tuition per Credit Hour
Georgia Resident	$100
Out-of-State U.S. Resident	$200
Non-Citizen (International Student)	$400
Commercial Truck Driving Certificate (In-State)	$132
Law Enforcement Academy (In-State)	$200

Note: Tuition applies to all credit courses. Rates may vary for contract/consortium programs and certain specialty programs.

Fees (Per Semester Unless Otherwise Noted)

Fee Type	Amount	Notes
Application Fee	$25	One-time, non-refundable; waived for former credit-seeking students
Registration Fee	$63	Charged every semester for all credit courses
Late Registration Fee	$45	Applies if registering after official registration deadline
Activity Fee	$35	Not charged if student takes only online courses
Technology Fee	$105	Applies to all credit students
Campus Resources Fee	$75	Not charged to Continuing Education, seminar, or Dual Enrollment students
Health & Wellness Fee	$25	Funds campus wellness and prevention services; not insurance
Special Instructional Fee	$55	Instructional and technology support
Natural Science Lab Fee	$20	For students enrolled in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
Learning Support Fee (Math)	$70	Per math course in learning support
Learning Support Fee (Reading/Eng)	$45	Per language or reading course in learning support
Graduation Fee	$40 (one-time)	Required to process graduation for degrees/certificates
Paralegal Program Fee	$52	Each semester for access to legal research platforms
Liability Insurance Fee	Varies	For selected programs; not covered by HOPE, non-refundable after Drop/Add
Academic Credit by Exam	25% of tuition	Fee required before taking a challenge exam
Program Change Fee	$10 per request	Not charged if program is closing
Replacement ID Card Fee	$5	Payable at the Cashier's Office
Transcript (Official Copy)	$10 per copy	Available online, processed within 48-72 hours
Placement Scores/Acceptance Letter	$7.50 each	For duplicate copies or to send test scores to another institution

Miscellaneous Costs

Specialty Programs: Certain programs such as Commercial Truck Driving and Law Enforcement have higher tuition rates and additional fees like fuel surcharges ($185) and drug testing fees ($127).

Program-Specific Costs: Some programs require tools, uniforms, physical exams, or immunizations. These costs range from $40 to $1,150 depending on the program. Details are available from the Office of Admissions or Registrar.

Individual Course Fees: Some courses may have additional fees for required supplies, ranging from $10 to $100 per course.

Transcript Access: Unofficial transcripts can be accessed via the student portal. Official transcripts are $10 each and can be mailed or sent electronically.

Declined Checks: Payments by check are verified by a third-party service. If declined, alternate payment methods are required. Questions must be directed to the check service provider.

Replacement Credentials: Replacement diplomas, degrees, or certificates of credit may incur a fee (amount not specified).

Withdrawal and Refund of Student Fees

Students may withdraw from individual courses through Banner Web. However, students who wish to withdraw from all courses must meet with an advisor in person.

To formally withdraw from all classes, students must complete a withdrawal form, obtain a signature from the Financial Aid Office, and submit the form to the Office of the Registrar. The official date of withdrawal is the date the student notifies the college of their intent to withdraw.

Students who do not follow the formal withdrawal process are still responsible for all tuition, fees, and related charges, and will receive a final grade based on their academic performance in the course(s).

In cases of emergency—such as illness, accident, or a death in the immediate family—students should contact the Office of the Registrar as soon as possible. Please note: Initiating a stop payment on a check does not constitute an official withdrawal and does not release the student from financial responsibility.

Outstanding balances, including returned check fees, must be paid in full. Failure to do so will result in a “Business Office Hold” being placed on the student’s record. Students with a hold will not be permitted to register for classes, receive financial aid, or access official transcripts until the balance is cleared.

Fee Refunds

Students who drop a class during the scheduled Drop-Add/Late Registration period for the semester are eligible for a 100% refund of applicable tuition and refundable fees, excluding the non-refundable application fee.

No refunds will be issued for withdrawals made after the Drop-Add/Late Registration period has ended.