Academic Fees
Fall 2007

The Fall 2007 semester is from August 27, 2007 until December 14, 2007.

Please note: In response to the state budget crises, a fee increase is possible for the 2011-2012 school year. Further information will be available as it is received.

Explanation of Fall 2007 Fees

NV Resident Fees

NV Resident

The Fall 2007 semester registration fee for lower division classes is $54.75 per unit and the fee for upper division classes is $85.75 per unit (except for Community Education classes). The fee to audit a class is the same as the fee to register for credit.

Fast-Track (High School Enrollment)

Fast Track courses are open only to NV High School Students. High school students who enroll in these WNC distance education classes through the High School Early Entry Program (Fast-Track) will pay a discounted fee of $25.00 per class. Only classes designated as Fast-Track courses are eligible. See a high school counselor for details.

Non-Resident Fees

Non-Resident: Good Neighbor

The Nevada System of Higer Education has discontinued the Good Neighbor reduced tuition policy due to state budget cuts. However, any students who currently have Good Neighbor status will continue to pay reduced tuition as long as they are continuously enrolled.

Non-Resident: Part Time (Up to 6 Units)

A non-resident tuition fee of $60.25 per unit for lower division classes and $94.25 for upper division classes will be added to the regular registration fee of $54.75 per unit for lower division classes and $85.75 per unit for upper division classes for all Out-of-state students.

Non-Resident: Full Time (Over 6 Units)

Out-of-state students who enroll for more than six units in a semester must pay an additional per semester fee of $2692.50 in addition to the regular registration fee of $54.75 per unit for lower division classes and $85.75 per unit for upper division classes.

Non-Resident: Distance Education Only

A reduced non-resident tuition fee of $27.50 per unit for lower division courses and $43.00 per unit for upper division classes will be added to the regular registration fee of $54.75 per unit for lower division classes and $85.75 per unit for non-resident students enrolled exclusively in distance education classes, and who reside outside of Nevada during the semester in which enrollment in the distance education course(s) occurs.

Non-Resident: Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

Through the Western Undergraduate Exchange, selected students from eligible western states may enroll in any of WNC's programs at a reduced tuition level of 150 percent of the college's regular resident tuition. Students must request WUE status on the application for admission and apply for WUE status by submitting a WUE application to Admissions and Records prior to matriculation. WNC reserves the right to limit the number of WUE students from each state.

Other Fees

Technology Fee

The NSHE Board of Regents approved a technology fee of $4.00 per unit. The fee is used to fund technology needs in computing, information delivery systems and enables WNC to stay abreast of the latest technological developments.

Application Fee

All students who apply for admission are assessed a one-time $15.00 fee when they register. This fee is not deferrable or refundable even if the courses are full, dropped, or cancelled.

Late Payment Fee

Beginning August 25, 2007, students may add full term courses only by submitting a special enrollment authorization form with instructor signature and division approval to the Admissions and Records office. Enrollment is subject to approval by Admissions and Records. Payment for classes must be made in full prior to the time of enrollment.

Lab Fee

A lab fee is charged for most lab courses and many other courses that require art supplies or other items.

Web Lab Fee

A $5.00 lab fee is charged for all web based courses to cover additional technology costs.

Video Lab Fee

A lab fee is charged for most interactive video distance education courses to cover technology costs.

Application for Graduation Fee

A fee is charged for applying for graduation