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Tuition Related Fees

Tuition related fees are mandatory for all undergraduate and graduate students as these fees support the infrastructure of the University.

University Commons Fee supports improvement, repair, maintenance and renovation of the University Commons and Recreation Center.

Athletic Fee supports WPU’s athletic programs and facilities. (Fee is not charged to graduate students.)

Student Activity Fee is collected by WPU on behalf of the Student Government Association (SGA) who is responsible for the allocation and management of the funds. This fee supports all clubs, organizations and committees chartered through the SGA.

General Service Fee supports academic and other University programs not funded by the State of New Jersey, such as commencement.

Information Technology Fee supports the University’s computing infrastructure, providing students with access to instructional and administrative technologies, such as Blackboard, library services, registration, advisement, grading and billing.

Health and Wellness Fee supports the programs and services offered by the Counseling, Health and Wellness Center. This fee does not include student health insurance available through First Risk Advisors.

Science Facilities Fee supports the improvement, repair and renovation of the University’s science facilities.

Campus Facilities Fee supports the improvement, repair and renovation of certain University buildings and grounds.

Parking and Transportation Fee supports the campus shuttle bus services and University parking system. This is a fee of $50 per semester. Summer session visiting students are charged $10 per session.

Course Fees support the cost of disposable supplies, maintenance of technical, scientific, laboratory or clinical equipment. These fees include: Distance Learning Fees, Lab Fees, Music Practice Room Fees, Private Lesson Fees and Student Teaching Fees