Tuition Refund Policy for Credit Classes

Tuition Refund Guidelines: What You Need to Know

For a full refund of tuition and fees for your class you must complete the official drop process to reduce your credit hours or completely withdraw from Hawkeye by the Tuition Refund deadline.

Note: you’re still considered enrolled in your courses even if you never attend or stop attending. Simply not showing up for class doesn’t automatically drop you from the course. To officially drop the course, you’ll need to take action—be sure to follow the proper steps if you decide not to continue.

How to drop a Course

Deadline to Officially Drop and Receive a Refund

If you officially drop from a class before it starts, you’ll get a full refund on your tuition.

However, if the class has already started, you’ll need to officially drop by 11:59 PM on the designated date for your class's term to qualify for a refund. Here is a quick guide:

• 16-week term: 14th calendar day of the term
• 12-week term: 10th calendar day of the term
• 10-week term: 8th calendar day of the term
• 8-week term: 7th calendar day of the term
• 6-week term: 5th calendar day of the term
• 5-week term: 4th calendar day of the term
• 4-week term: 3rd calendar day of the term
• Minimesters: 1st day of the Minimester

Refund Decision Appeal

You may appeal a refund decision by submitting a written request to the Financial Policy Waiver Committee. Be sure to explain your situation clearly in your request, and the committee will review it.

Set Up Direct Deposit for Tuition Refunds

Setting up direct deposit is the fastest and safest way to receive your tuition refunds. Instead of waiting for a paper check, your refund is sent straight to your bank account once it's processed.

Set up Direct Deposit