The University of Arizona Global Campus offers a variety of options for covering the costs of a student’s education. During the online application process, students select their primary payment option and any secondary payment option(s), if required. Funds are applied in the order received by the University, regardless of designation of primary or secondary. Students who do not select a secondary payment option will default to the Cash plan if their primary payment option does not fully cover their costs.
Students utilizing the Cash Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and/or Military Veteran's Benefit Plan may choose to have their tuition and/or fees automatically charged to their credit card (recurring payment).
The University of Arizona Global Campus will also accept debit cards that are endorsed by Visa or MasterCard or a personal check. Students using endorsed debit cards should ensure they have sufficient funds in their account if they choose to use a debit card for automatic payments to avoid overdraft fees through their bank.
Endorsed debit cards may also have daily limits that cannot be exceeded. It is the student’s responsibility to understand these limits and ensure any payments on endorsed debit cards will not exceed these limits.
There may be differences in fraud protection features of debit cards and credit cards, particularly because debit card purchases are withdrawn directly from a checking or savings account. Students should be aware of these differences prior to submitting this information to any other entity.
Cash Plan
For students who have selected the Cash Plan as a primary payment option, 100% of tuition and any applicable fees are to be paid on or before each course start date. Students may choose to have their tuition and/or fees automatically charged to their credit card when the Cash Plan is their payment option. Any outstanding tuition and/or fees will be automatically charged to the student’s credit card within 30 days for each course/term start date.
When selected as a secondary payment option, any amount not covered by the primary payment option can be applied in any acceptable form of payment.
Students are advised that credit cards are accepted as a convenient method of payment. Credit cards bearing high interest rates should not be used as a long-term financing method for educational costs. The University of Arizona Global Campus encourages all students to utilize the free financial aid information that is available through the Financial Aid Office.
Any delay in payment(s) for previous courses may result in a hold being placed on a student’s account and scheduling for future courses may be restricted. The student is not permitted to re-enter the course from which they were removed from due to non-payment. Once any outstanding tuition and/or fee balances are paid in full, the student will then be scheduled for a future course.
Tuition Reimbursement Plan
The Tuition Reimbursement Plan is available as a primary payment option if students qualify for their employer’s tuition reimbursement program and if their employer reimburses at least 50% of their annual tuition.
Under this plan, tuition and applicable fee payments are deferred a maximum of 60 days from the course/term start date, regardless of when the student receives disbursement/reimbursement from their employer.
Students may choose to have their tuition and/or fees automatically charged to their credit card when Tuition Reimbursement is their payment option.
Tuition and fees must be paid in full within 60 days after the start date of a course/term; otherwise, the student’s credit card will be automatically charged. The conditions of this plan are not dependent upon the receipt of a course grade or completion of the course. To qualify, prior to the start of the course/term, students must submit a signed Tuition Reimbursement Certification and Authorization form that includes a valid credit card number with authorization to charge the card if the tuition is not paid within the 60-day time frame. Documentation required for the Tuition Reimbursement Plan includes the following:
- Student Finance Agreement; and
- Tuition Reimbursement Certification and Authorization.
Any delay in payment(s) for previous courses may result in a hold being placed on a student’s account and scheduling for future courses may be restricted. The student is not permitted to re-enter the course from which he or she was removed from due to non-payment. Once any outstanding tuition and/or fee balances are paid in full, the student will then be scheduled for a future course.
Direct Bill Plan (Third-Party Direct Billing)
The University of Arizona Global Campus offers Third-Party Direct Billing as a primary payment option to students sponsored by a Third-Party Agency with a Direct Bill Memorandum of Understanding on file. The Third-Party Agency must offer a tuition benefit of at least $2,500 annually for a student’s tuition to be eligible for this option. The Third-Party Agency is expected to remit payment to the University of Arizona Global Campus within 90 days of the course start date. Any amounts not paid by the Third-Party Agency are the responsibility of the student. Vouchers, purchase orders, and other approved authorized mediums should be sent to directbill@uagc.edu at least five days prior to the start of each course or payment period. Failure to supply vouchers, purchase orders, and other approved mediums in a timely fashion may result in the loss of Third-Party Direct Billing benefits.
Documentation required for the Direct Bill Plan includes the following:
- Direct Bill Memorandum of Understanding
- Student Finance Agreement indicating Direct Bill;
- Direct Bill Certification and Authorization; and
- Voucher, purchase order, or other authorized medium approved by UAGC.
Full Tuition Grant
The University of Arizona Global Campus offers the Full Tuition Grant (FTG) to students selected and sponsored by a participating Employer. To be eligible for the FTG program, students must be enrolled in a UAGC undergraduate or Master’s level program, or non-degree seeking coursework at the undergraduate or Master’s level. The University of Arizona Global Campus provides this grant in conjunction with the funding provided by the Employer.
This grant is intended to help students limit educational loan debt by funding a recipient’s tuition for all eligible courses. The Employer must supply a qualifying amount of tuition assistance for their students to be eligible for the University FTG accompanying grant. The FTG program must be selected as a primary payment option. Students may choose a secondary payment option. FTG students who have employer or third-party administrator (TPA) required steps to ensure tuition payments are issued will be required to maintain a valid credit card on file. Failure of the Employer or student to supply any required payment may result in loss of FTG benefits for the grant recipient.
The student shall be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred that are not covered by the FTG, including but not limited to Technology Fees (per course), books, Course Digital Materials, instructional materials, transcript fees, unsuccessful courses, a graduation fee, and living expenses, unless otherwise expressly stated and included in your Employer’s tuition assistance program and confirmed by UAGC in advance. Students utilizing Financial Aid as a secondary payment option should refer to the Financial Aid for Online Programs section of this catalog regarding the policies related to eligibility and document submission requirements. Financial Aid as a secondary payment option cannot be used to substitute for Employer contribution payments. Students are subjected to Financial Aid being held during this period; however, released upon Employer payments received. Students not submitting the employer contribution payments while utilizing Financial Aid as a secondary payment option could be at risk of program removal.
If a student earns a grade that is considered successful based on the University of Arizona Global Campus academic policies but falls outside the company’s education benefits policy, it will be considered an Allowance. Allowances will be covered under the grant and neither the company nor the student will be held responsible for the associated cost of that course. Students may become ineligible for the FTG program if they receive more than two (2) Allowances or if they violate University policies as outlined in the University of Arizona Global Campus Academic Catalog. Allowances may reset on an annual basis provided students maintain successful progression and still meet their required funding amount. Students must also abide by all applicable Undergraduate Program Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards or Graduate Program SAP Standards. Students are always expected to understand, meet, and abide by any Employer requirements to continue to receive FTG benefits. The University of Arizona Global Campus or the Employer may remove a student from the FTG program at any time. Removal will be effective at the conclusion of the student’s current course. If a student becomes ineligible for FTG at any point in time, the University will automatically revert the student to their secondary payment option on file, and the student will be subject to all policies related to that option. If the student does not have a secondary payment option on file, UAGC will automatically revert the student to cash as their payment option. If the student would like to use an alternate payment option, they may submit a Payment Option Change Request Form. Students transitioning out of FTG may also be eligible for the College Continuation Benefit (CCB). For information regarding the College Continuation Benefit, see the University of Arizona Global Campus College Continuation Benefit in this section of the Catalog.
The FTG allows for up to ten (10) undergraduate or eight (8) master's courses over a period of time up to 12-months, referred to as an FTG Year. Concurrent enrollment, defined as the enrollment in more than one class in every five (undergraduate) or six (master's) week module, is available for students to request with an accompanied additional self-funded payment for all course costs. Under no circumstances can a student complete more than ten (10) undergraduate or eight (8) master's courses within a single FTG Year.
All required FTG forms (detailed below) must be completed, submitted, and approved prior to application for each new participating student. In addition, to continue participation in the FTG program, students are required to re-confirm eligibility for benefits every FTG Year. The FTG benefits may continue as long as students remain eligible and the program is supported by the Employer. Students must send all required forms to their FTG Financial Services Advisor at UAGC for verification at least seven (7) days prior to the start of classes in the applicable FTG Year.
Documents required for the Full Tuition Grant includes the following:
- Full Tuition Grant Agreement (executed between the University of Arizona Global Campus and Employer);
- Full Tuition Grant Acknowledgement, and Release Form;
- Full Tuition Grant Student Credit Card Payment Authorization Form (if applicable);
- Student Finance Agreement indicating Full Tuition Grant (located in the University of Arizona Global Campus Online Application) or Payment Option Change Request Form (current students only); and
- Full Tuition Grant Annual Re-Confirmation of Benefits (completed annually after first year of enrollment).
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other UAGC sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. Students are encouraged to speak with their Advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for prior to submitting their Full Tuition Grant documents.
Employee Tuition Savings Program
The University of Arizona Global Campus offers an Employee Tuition Savings (ETS) program to students selected and sponsored by a participating Employer. To be eligible for the ETS program, students must be enrolled in the University of Arizona Global Campus undergraduate or master’s level program, or non-degree seeking coursework at the undergraduate or master’s level.
The University provides this savings program in conjunction with the funding provided by the Employer. The Employer must offer a qualifying amount of tuition assistance for their students to be eligible for the ETS program. It is a student’s responsibility to ensure on time payments. ETS students must maintain a valid credit card on file to be charged for course tuition not to exceed the Employer contribution for the ETS year plus course materials and any fees assessed.
It is the student's responsibility to adhere to all employer tuition assistance policies and procedures to ensure full tuition assistance is received from their employer. This savings program is intended to help students minimize educational loan debt by funding a recipient’s tuition costs not immediately covered by their employer’s reimbursement plan. Students shall be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred that are not covered by the ETS. The ETS program must be selected as a primary payment option. Students may choose a secondary payment option. Students utilizing Financial Aid as a secondary payment option should refer to the Financial Aid for Online Programs section of this catalog regarding the policies related to eligibility and document submission requirements.
The University of Arizona Global Campus or the Employer may remove a student from the ETS program at any time. Removal will be effective at the conclusion of the student’s current course. If a student becomes ineligible for the ETS program at any point in time, they will need to select new payment options to continue coursework. Students transitioning out of the ETS program may also be eligible for the College Continuation Benefit (CCB). For information regarding the College Continuation Benefit, see the University of Arizona Global Campus College Continuation Benefit in this section of the Catalog.
Employer Tuition Reimbursement and ETS fund up to ten (10) undergraduate or eight (8) master’s courses over a period of time, up to 12-months, referred to as an ETS Year. Concurrent enrollment (defined as the enrollment in more than one class in every five (undergraduate) or six (master's) week module) is available for students to request with an accompanied additional cash payment for all course costs. Pre-approval without a payment may be permitted for extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the University of Arizona Global Campus. Under no circumstances can a student complete more than ten (10) undergraduate or eight (8) master’s courses within a single ETS year.
All required ETS forms (detailed below) must be completed, submitted, and approved prior to application for each new participating student. In addition, to continue participation in the savings program, students are required to re-confirm eligibility for benefits every ETS Year. The ETS benefits may continue as long as students remain eligible and the program is supported by the Employer. Students must send all required forms to their ETS Financial Services Advisor for verification at least seven (7) days prior to the start of classes in the applicable ETS Year.
Documentation required for the Employee Tuition Savings program includes the following:
- Employee Tuition Savings Agreement (executed between the University and Employer);
- Employee Tuition Savings Acknowledgement and Release Form;
- Student Finance Agreement indicating Employee Tuition Savings (located in the UAGC Online Application) or Payment Option Change Request Form (current students only);
- Employee Tuition Savings Annual Re-Confirmation of Benefits (completed annually after first year of enrollment).
Any of the following circumstances may result in the loss of ETS benefit eligibility:
- Loss of employment with Employer.
- Failure to meet Employer’s requirements.
- Failure to maintain a valid credit card to be charged for course costs up to Employer contribution.
- Failure to submit documentation of tuition assistance eligibility (Students must submit all required forms to their assigned advisor for verification at least seven (7) days prior to the start of class in applicable ETS year).
- Withdrawal/dismissal from the University of Arizona Global Campus.
- Break in enrollment of greater than 14 days without an approved Academic Leave Request.
- Failure to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress or violating the University of Arizona Global Campus policies outlined in this Catalog.
- Successfully complete degree program (continuation will require a new application).
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other the University of Arizona Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. Students are encouraged to speak with their Advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for prior to submitting their Employee Tuition Savings documents.
The University of Arizona Global Campus Shared Tuition Savings Program
The University of Arizona Global Campus offers the Shared Tuition Savings (STS) program to students selected and sponsored by a participating Employer. To be eligible for the STS program, students must be enrolled in the University of Arizona Global Campus undergraduate or master’s level programs, or non-degree seeking coursework at the undergraduate or master’s level.
The University provides this savings program in conjunction with the funding provided by the student and Employer. Both the student and the Employer must supply a qualified amount of tuition assistance to be eligible for the University STS accompanying savings program. It is a student’s responsibility to ensure on time payments. STS students must maintain a valid credit card on file to be charged for course tuition not to exceed the Employer contribution for the STS Year plus course materials and any fees assessed.
The student can utilize their company’s tuition reimbursement dollars to subsidize the total annual contribution cost. It is the student’s responsibility to adhere to all employer tuition assistance policies and procedures to ensure full tuition assistance is received from their employer. The STS program is intended to help students minimize educational loan debt by funding a recipient’s tuition costs that exceed student and Employer payments. The Shared Tuition Savings program must be selected as a primary payment option. Students who desire to, may choose a secondary payment option. Students utilizing Financial Aid as a secondary payment option should refer to the Financial Aid for Online Programs section of this catalog regarding the policies related to eligibility and document submission requirements.
The University of Arizona Global Campus or the Employer may remove a student from the STS program at any time. Removal will be effective at the conclusion of the student’s current course. If a student becomes ineligible for the STS program at any point in time, they will need to select new payment options to continue coursework. Students transitioning out of the STS program may also be eligible for the College Continuation Benefit (CCB). For information regarding the College Continuation Benefit, see the University of Arizona Global Campus College Continuation Benefit in this section of the Catalog.
Students may complete up to ten (10) undergraduate or (8) master's courses over a period of time up to 12-months, referred to as an STS Year. Concurrent enrollment (defined as the enrollment in more than one class in every five (undergraduate) or six (master's) week module) is available for students to request with an accompanied additional cash payment for all course costs. A student may not complete more than ten (10) undergraduate or eight (8) master’s courses within a single STS year.
All required STS forms (detailed below) must be completed, submitted, and approved prior to application for each new participating student. In addition, to continue participation in the savings program students are required to re-confirm eligibility for benefits every STS year. The STS benefits may continue as long as students remain eligible and the program is supported by the Employer. Students must send all required forms to their STS Financial Services Advisor for verification at least seven (7) days prior to the start of classes in the applicable STS Year.
Documentation required for the Shared Tuition Savings includes the following:
- Shared Tuition Savings Agreement (executed between the University and Employer)
- Shared Tuition Savings Acknowledgement and Release Form
- Student Finance Agreement indicating Shared Tuition Savings (located in the UAGC Online Application) or Payment Option Change Request Form (current students only)
- Shared Tuition Savings Re-Confirmation of Benefits (completed annually after first year of enrollment).
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. Students are encouraged to speak with their Advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for prior to submitting their Shared Tuition Savings documents.
Bright Horizons Tuition Grant
The University of Arizona Global Campus offers the Bright Horizons Tuition Grant (BHTG) to students selected and sponsored by Bright Horizons. The BHTG program is funded by both Bright Horizons and the University of Arizona Global Campus. This grant is intended to help students limit educational loan debt by funding a recipient’s tuition for all eligible courses. The employer must supply qualified tuition benefits for their students to be eligible for the University BHTG accompanying grant. Failure of Bright Horizons or student to supply any required payment may result in loss of BHTG benefits for the grant recipient. The student shall be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred that are not covered by the BHTG. The BHTG program must be selected as a primary payment option. Students may choose a secondary payment option. Students utilizing Financial Aid as a secondary payment option should refer to the Financial Aid for Online Programs section of the University of Arizona Global Campus Academic Catalog regarding the policies related to eligibility and document submission requirements.
The University of Arizona Global Campus or Bright Horizons may remove a student from the BHTG at any time. Removal will be effective at the conclusion of the student's current course. If a student becomes ineligible for BHTG at any point in time, the University will automatically revert the student to their secondary payment option on file, and the student will be subject to all policies related to that option. If the student does not have a secondary payment option on file, UAGC will automatically revert the student to cash as their payment option. If the student would like to use an alternate payment option instead of cash, they may submit a Payment Option Change Request Form. Students transitioning out of BHTG may also be eligible for the College Continuation Benefit (CCB). For information regarding the College Continuation Benefit, see the University of Arizona Global Campus College Continuation Benefit in this section of the Catalog.
The BHTG funds up to ten (10) undergraduate courses over a period of time, up to 12-months, referred to as a BHTG Year. Concurrent enrollment, defined as the enrollment in more than one class in every five (undergraduate) week module is not permissible for BHTG students.
All required BHTG forms (detailed below) must be completed, submitted, and approved prior to application for each new participating student. In addition, to continue participation in the grant program, students are required to re-confirm eligibility for benefits every BHTG Year. The BHTG benefits continue as long as (1) students continue to meet Bright Horizons’ eligibility requirements, (2) students have not completed their degree (continuation will require a new application), (3) students remain in a Bright Horizons approved academic program and (4) students do not elect to discontinue participation in the BHTG program. Students must send all required forms to their BHTG Financial Services Advisor for verification at least seven (7) days prior to the start of classes in the applicable BHTG Year.
Documents required for the Bright Horizons Tuition Grant includes the following:
- Bright Horizons Tuition Grant Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release Form;
- Student Finance Agreement indicating Bright Horizons Tuition Grant (located in the UAGC Online Application) or Payment Option Change Request Form (current students only); and
- EdAssist Letter of Credit (must be submitted for every course).
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other the University of Arizona Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. Students are encouraged to speak with their Advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for prior to submitting their Bright Horizons Tuition Grant documents.
Military Veteran’s Benefits Plan
Veteran Benefits for the University of Arizona Global Campus students are managed by a team of Veteran Affairs Coordinators, who are also School Certifying Officials (SCOs). The University of Arizona Global Campus facility code effective October 21, 2023 is 11004503. Students utilizing Title 38 benefits may direct questions to this office at VACertification@uagc.edu.
The Military Veterans Administration Plan requires that all tuition be paid on or before each course start date, except for the first 60 days in the student’s first academic year. Under this plan, tuition payments are deferred for the first 60 days of continuous enrollment in a degree program, regardless of when the student receives disbursement from the Department of Veterans Affairs. To qualify, students must submit a signed Student Finance Agreement, prior to the start of the course/term.
Degree seeking students may choose to place a credit card on file for automatic recurring payment processing. Non-Degree seeking students will be required to place a credit card on file when selecting this option with authorization to charge the card if tuition is not paid within a sixty (60) day timeframe. Questions should be directed to the VA Coordinator at VACertification@uagc.edu.
VA Classification of UAGC Online Students: Students enrolled in an online undergraduate program are classified as three-quarter time. The only way to receive the full-time payment rate is to concurrently enroll in courses, which is allowed after successful completion of two courses with the University of Arizona Global Campus. Students enrolled in an online graduate program are classified as full time.
VA Certification Term: Students may be certified for their Veterans Affairs (VA) educational benefits for up to a full certification term of scheduled courses. A certification term is defined as up to four courses for undergraduate students and up to three courses for graduate students. Certification for benefits will occur no earlier than 120 days prior to the start date of the last course within the certification term. Certification will occur no later than 30 days after the start date of a course.
Non-Degree Seeking students using VA Benefits: Non-Degree Seeking students may not utilize Veterans Affairs (VA) Education benefits unless a valid Primary School Letter is on file stating the course taken at the University of Arizona Global Campus will transfer to the student’s Primary School.
Doctoral In Residence Workshop Fee: In-Residence Workshop Fees are not eligible to be covered by Veteran Affairs Education Benefits. As such, students will need to utilize a separate payment option such as Title IV Financial Aid, or pay cash for the fees.
GI Bill® Application Procedure: The student must supply the appropriate form(s) from the Education Benefits Application Process website at https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/. Forms can be submitted online directly to the VA.
Students should double check and verify that all information provided is true and correct prior to submitting. The University of Arizona Global Campus requires a copy of the students’ confirmation page after they have submitted their information to the VA which will contain one of the following:
- 22-1990 (Application for VA Education Benefits) for veteran students who are using their GI Bill for the first time.
- 22-1990E (Transfer of Entitlement) for spouse or dependents who are applying for transferred Post 9/11 benefits for the first time
- 22-1995 (Change of Program/Training) for veteran and TOE students who have applied and/or used their GI Bill benefits before.
- 22-5490 (Chapter 35 Dependent/Spouse DEA benefits) who are applying for this benefit for the first time.
- 22-5495 (Chapter 35 Dependent/Spouse DEA benefits) who have applied and/or used this benefit before.
The University's VA Certifying Official will periodically review and certify the student for courses throughout the year on the VA Enrollment Management portal. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
Procedures While Enrolled:
After a Ch. 30 student receives an award letter from the VA, he or she is required to begin monthly self-verification of enrollment by the 30th of each month. This is accomplished by using the Web Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE) or by Interactive Voice Response (IVR).
WAVE: https://www.gibill.va.gov/wave *
IVR: (877) 823-2378
*Chapter 35 DEA users may need to verify through the WAVE process. Students can confirm requirement by looking at their VA award letter or reaching out to the Department of Veteran Affairs directly.
Students utilizing Chapter 33 - Post 9/11 GI Bill® who receive Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) and/or kicker payments are required to verify their enrollment to continue receiving their payments. Students should visit the VA website for Enrollment Verification and follow the detailed instructions listed. This website is located at https://www.va.gov/education/verify-school-enrollment/.
- Students should allow 10 to 12 weeks after completion of all paperwork including school certifications, for the VA to process the first payment. Certification will begin with the student’s first date of eligible attendance in a Global Campus degree program. For students in conditional admission status, certification will occur once the student matriculates. The VA will process any subsequent payment monthly.
- Payment of VA benefits may be sent directly to the student or sent directly to the school, depending on the chapter of benefits the student is utilizing. Students are responsible for paying the University of Arizona Global Campus tuition and fees at the start of each course, unless there is alternative, approved financial aid or the student is 100% eligible under the Post 9/11 benefit. Payment by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is strongly encouraged. Payments are sent directly to the student’s savings or checking account. To establish or change direct deposit information, students should click on the ‘Direct Deposit Enrollment Form’ link after they have logged into WAVE. Changes and enrollments are usually processed the next business day.
- The University’s VA Certifying Official will report course drops and withdrawals to the VA. Course drops may affect eligibility for VA benefits.
Veteran Readiness & Employment
At the University of Arizona Global Campus Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) benefits are managed by a team of Veteran Affairs Coordinators, who are also School Certifying Officials (SCOs). The University of Arizona Global Campus facility code effective October 21, 2023, is 11004503. Students utilizing Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness & Employment benefits may direct questions to VRE@uagc.edu.
Students utilizing VR&E benefits will need to work with their Case Manager to obtain approvals prior to starting class. Students will be expected to provide contact information for their Case Manager to university staff prior to enrollment. Contact information, vouchers, purchase orders, and other approved authorized mediums should be emailed to VRE@uagc.edu.
UAGC School Certifying Officials utilize a combination of the Veterans Affairs Enrollment Manager platform to certify courses as well as the Tungsten Invoicing platform to invoice the Veteran Readiness & Employment program.
Veterans Benefits Deferment Policy
The University of Arizona Global Campus will permit students who are entitled to educational assistance under chapter 31, Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E), or chapter 33, Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits to attend their course of education when the student provides the necessary eligibility documentation, until the earlier of either:
- the date VA provides payment to the educational institution, or
- 90 days after the date the educational institution certifies the student’s tuition and fees charges to VA.
During this period, the University of Arizona Global Campus will not impose any penalty or late fees, deny access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities, or impose a requirement that students borrow additional funds because of the student's inability to meet their financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement funding from VA under chapter 31 or 33.
Military Tuition Assistance Plan
The University of Arizona Global Campus is approved for Department of Defense Military Tuition Assistance program. Students are expected to submit Tuition Assistance (TA) vouchers to the Tuition Assistance Administrator prior to the start of each course. TA is applied only to tuition and reimbursable fees. Any tuition and applicable fees not covered by the TA program must be paid prior to the start date of each course. TA forms, vouchers, and questions should be directed to MilitaryTA@uagc.edu. Failure to have a voucher on file with the University of Arizona Global Campus prior to the corresponding course may result in being administratively removed from the scheduled course. For military spouses utilizing My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) program, please see My Career Advancement Account in this section of the Catalog.
The University of Arizona Global Campus does not conduct automatic program renewals or bundle courses or enrollments for purposes of TA approval. The student and military service must approve each course enrollment before the start date of the class.
Documentation required for the Military TA Plan:
- Military Tuition Assistance forms (branch specific)
Military Tuition Assistance Procedure:
- Military students must first complete the TA Authorization form;
- After command approval has been received, the student digitally signs the TA Authorization form and then sends it by fax or email to:
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Military Tuition Assistance
MilitaryTA@uagc.edu
Fax: (858) 408-3511
- The TA Authorization form must be received before the fee waiver or course cost adjustments will be applied. TA vouchers must be received the Friday prior to the start of each course.
- Once the TA Authorization form has been received by the University of Arizona Global Campus Military Tuition Assistance Office, and the appropriate attendance has been posted by the student, an invoice will be sent to the military. A copy of this invoice may be mailed or faxed to the student upon request.
My Career Advancement Account
Military spouses utilizing My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) program will also utilize the Military Tuition Assistance Plan but it may only serve as a secondary payment option. Military spouses utilizing MyCAA to fund courses must register for classes through their MyCAA portal to gain approval prior to the start of a course. In order to use the benefit at the University of Arizona Global Campus students must be enrolled in an Associate program. Vouchers, purchase orders, and other approved authorized mediums should be emailed to MilitaryTA@uagc.edu.
Return of Military Tuition Assistance Funds (TA Invoicing)
Institutions receiving Tuition Assistance (TA) funds must have a policy that demonstrates compliance with the Military’s requirement to return unearned TA funds on a proportional basis through at least the 60 percent portion of the period for which the funds were provided.
Rather than invoicing TA at or prior to the start of a course and later refunding any portion of TA that is unearned, the University of Arizona Global Campus defers invoicing of TA until attendance requirements have been met.
TA funds are earned on a proportional basis through the 60 percent portion of a course, with the exception of the Add/Drop Period (Days 0-3) during which no TA is earned. The standard formula for determining the amount of TA earned is calculated on a percentage basis by comparing the total number of days completed* to the total number of days in the course. The calculation determines the amount of TA for which a student is eligible and thus the amount of Military TA for which the services will be invoiced.
*Number of days completed is based on a student’s last day of attendance in the course (LDA).
Determining Military TA Earned for Undergraduate 5-week Courses
| Last Day of Attendance in Course: | Days 0-3 | Day 4 | Days 5-21 | Days 22-35 | |||
Percent of TA Earned:
| 0% | 10% |
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100% | ||
Determining Military TA Earned for Graduate 6-week Courses
| Last Day of Attendance in Course: | Days 0-3 | Days 4-5 | Days 6-25 | Days 26-42 | |
Percent of TA Earned:
| 0% | 10% |
= | % of TA earned Last day of attendance in the course Total # of days in the course |
100% |
For information regarding course drops due to military service obligation, please refer to the Military Deployment Provisions policy in the General Academic Information and Policies section of this Catalog.
Liberty Grant
Undergraduate Students: Students enrolled in an undergraduate program may be eligible for the University of Arizona Global Campus Liberty Grant. Eligible students include Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, spouses of Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Department of Defense employees using Tuition Assistance (TA), and Civilian employees of the United States Coast Guard (only if utilizing TA). All other eligible students must provide the University with an approved TA Authorization form or appropriate verification of military service.
The grant reduces tuition for undergraduate courses to $250 per credit. In addition, this grant also covers the sales tax, technology fees, graduation fee, and course materials required for an eligible student's program of study, including standard shipping costs where applicable, when purchased through the University of Arizona Global Campus bookstore or textbook partner. The cost of required electronic materials is also covered by the grant. Students should refrain from purchasing course materials prior to confirmation of sufficient enrollments.
Master's Students: Students enrolled in a master's program may be eligible for the University of Arizona Global Campus Liberty Grant. Eligible students include Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, spouses of Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Department of Defense employees using Tuition Assistance (TA), and Civilian employees of the United States Coast Guard (only if utilizing Military TA). All other eligible students must provide the University with an approved TA Authorization form or appropriate verification of military service.
This grant reduces the cost of tuition for master's degree course to $350 per credit. Additionally, the grant covers the sales tax, technology fees, graduation fee, and course materials, including standard shipping costs where applicable, required for an eligible student’s program of study and purchased through UAGC bookstore or textbook partner. The cost of required electronic materials is also covered by the grant. Students should refrain from purchasing course materials prior to confirmation of sufficient enrollments. Grants are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt of an approved TA Authorization form or appropriate verification of military service.
Doctoral Students: Students enrolled in a Doctoral program may be eligible for the University of Arizona Global Campus Liberty Grant. Eligible students include Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, spouses of Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Department of Defense employees using Tuition Assistance (TA), and Civilian employees of the United States Coast Guard (only if utilizing Military TA). All other eligible students must provide the University with an approved TA Authorization form or appropriate verification of military service
This grant covers sales tax, technology fees, graduation fee, and course materials, including standard shipping costs where applicable, required for an eligible student’s program of study and purchased through the University of Arizona Global Campus bookstore or textbook partner. Doctoral In-Residence Workshop Fees are not covered by the grant, and will need to be paid for with an appropriate payment option. Grants are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt of an approved TA Authorization form or appropriate verification of military service.
All Degree Levels: The military grant is not retroactive. Students who exceed 365 days of consecutive non-attendance will be asked to recertify eligibility for the University of Arizona Global Campus Liberty Grant upon return by providing appropriate verification of military service. This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other the University of Arizona Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship or benefit program.
Patriot Grant
Undergraduate Students: Students enrolled in an undergraduate program may be eligible for the University of Arizona Global Campus Patriot Grant. Eligible students include, students using VA Education Benefits, veterans discharged under general or honorable conditions, veterans discharged under general conditions, spouses of veterans discharged under general or honorable conditions, Department of Defense (DoD) employees not using Tuition Assistance (TA), Civilian employees of the United States Coast Guard not utilizing TA, and state & federal Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) employees. Grants are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt of an approved VA certification if using benefits or a copy of the DD-214 showing veteran was generally or honorably discharged. Spouses of veterans will also need to include a copy of their driver's license and marriage certificate.
The grant reduces tuition for undergraduate courses to $450 per credit. In addition, this grant also covers the sales tax, graduation fee, and course materials required for an eligible student's program of study, including standard shipping costs where applicable, when purchased through the University of Arizona Global Campus bookstore or textbook partner. The cost of required electronic materials is also covered by the grant. Students should refrain from purchasing course materials prior to confirmation of sufficient enrollments.
Master's Students: Students enrolled in a master's program may be eligible for the University of Arizona Global Campus Patriot Grant. Eligible students include, students using VA Education Benefits, veterans discharged under general or honorable conditions, veterans discharged under general conditions, spouses of veterans discharged under general or honorable conditions, Department of Defense (DoD) employees not using Tuition Assistance (TA), Civilian employees of the United States Coast Guard not utilizing TA, and state & federal Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) employees. Grants are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt of an approved VA certification if using benefits or a copy of the DD-214 showing veteran was generally or honorably discharged. Spouses of veterans will also need to include a copy of their driver's license and marriage certificate.
The grant covers the sales tax, graduation fee, and course materials, including standard shipping costs where applicable, required for an eligible student’s program of study and purchased through the University of Arizona Global Campus bookstore or textbook partner. The cost of required electronic materials is also covered by the grant. Students should refrain from purchasing course materials prior to confirmation of sufficient enrollments.
Doctoral Students: Students enrolled in a Doctoral program may be eligible for the University of Arizona Global Campus Patriot Grant. Eligible students include, students using VA Education Benefits, veterans discharged under general or honorable conditions, spouses of veterans discharged under general or honorable conditions, Department of Defense (DoD) employees not using Tuition Assistance (TA), Civilian employees of the United States Coast Guard not utilizing TA, and state & federal Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) employees. Grants are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt of an approved VA certification if using benefits or a copy of the DD-214 showing veteran was generally or honorably discharged. Spouses of veterans will also need to include a copy of their driver's license and marriage certificate.
This grant covers sales tax, graduation fee, and course materials, including standard shipping costs where applicable, required for an eligible student’s program of study and purchased through the University of Arizona Global Campus bookstore or textbook partner. Doctoral In-Residence Workshop Fees are not covered by the grant, and will need to be paid for with an appropriate payment option.
All Degree Levels: The Patriot Grant is not retroactive. Students who exceed 365 days of consecutive non-attendance may be asked to recertify eligibility for the University of Arizona Global Campus Patriot Grant upon return by providing appropriate verification of military service. This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other the University of Arizona Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program.
Military Grant Grandfathering
Students who previously received the University of Arizona Global Campus Liberty Grant or Patriot Grant, and who subsequently enroll in another degree program after graduating, are permitted to continue to receive the grant without recertifying eligibility, unless they have been out of attendance more than 30 days.
Students who were previously enrolled with University of the Rockies and maintain their current program will continue to receive the University of the Rockies rate for the Military Grant; however, Students who exceed 30 days of consecutive non-attendance and are not on an approved Academic Leave will be asked to recertify eligibility for the University of Arizona Global Campus Liberty Grant or Patriot Grant upon return by providing appropriate verification of military service. At that point, those students will receive the appropriate grant based on eligibility.
College Partner Benefit Program
Students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate coursework may be eligible for the University of Arizona Global Campus College Partner Benefit program (offered to select academic partners as an Articulation Agreement benefit). Eligible students may include Articulated Partners’ graduates and employees. This benefit may also be expanded to include immediate family members of employees or members of select organizations. An immediate family member is defined as: spouse (husband, wife, or domestic partner) and children (biological, step-children, adopted, and/or foster children). Benefits are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt and approval of valid supporting documentation demonstrating employment, membership or approved association with an Articulated Partner. The University of Arizona Global Campus reserves the right to request additional documentation to verify eligibility at any time. Benefits will not be retroactively applied to coursework that began prior to approval into the College Partner Benefit program.
Benefits are applicable towards course tuition, and are applied as a percentage savings of tuition charges. Students who exceed 365 days of consecutive non-attendance and are not on an approved Academic Leave will be removed from the College Partner Benefit program. Students who wish to return to the program may need to re-submit valid documentation for approval.
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other UAGC sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program, excluding the Academic Partner (AP) Veteran Utilizing Waiver. Students who qualify for the College Partner Benefit program and are utilizing VA education benefits as a payment option may qualify for the AP Veteran Utilizing Waiver which will waive book/course materials fees, and the Graduation Fee, where not already waived. Students are encouraged to speak with their advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for, prior to making their selection.
Corporate Tuition Benefit Program
The University of Arizona Global Campus offers the Corporate Tuition Benefit Program (CTB) to students from a Participating Organization. Students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate coursework may be eligible. Eligible students who successfully apply to and attend the University of Arizona Global Campus and receive approval into the CTB program will receive a reduced tuition rate. Eligible students may include Participating Organizations’ employees and select members. This benefit may also be expanded to include immediate family members of employees or members of Participating Organizations. An immediate family member is defined as: spouse (husband, wife, or domestic partner) and children (biological, step- children, adopted, and/or foster children). A Participating Organization will be pre-qualified and on record with the University. Benefits are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt and approval of the Corporate Tuition Benefit Request form with valid supporting documentation demonstrating employment, membership or approved association with a Participating Organization. The University of Arizona Global Campus reserves the right to request additional documentation, beyond what is requested, to verify eligibility at any time. Benefits will not be retroactively applied to coursework that began prior to approval into the Corporate Tuition Benefit program.
Students who exceed 30 days of consecutive non-attendance and are not on an approved Academic Leave will be removed from the CTB program. Students who wish to return to the program will need to re-submit the eligibility form and documentation for approval.
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other the University of Arizona Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. Students are encouraged to speak with their advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for prior to submitting their Corporate Tuition Benefit Request form.
Government Tuition Benefit Program
The University of Arizona Global Campus offers the Government Tuition Benefit Program (GTB) to students from a Participating Government Organization. Students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate coursework may be eligible. Eligible students who successfully apply to and attend the University of Arizona Global Campus and receive approval into the GTB program will receive a reduced tuition rate. Eligibility will be limited to paid employees or immediate family members of paid employees of participating state and local governmental organizations (Participating Organizations). Governmental organizations will be defined as an IRS Section 115 organization. An immediate family member is defined as: spouse (husband, wife, or domestic partner) and children (biological, step- children, adopted, and/or foster children). A Participating Organization will be pre-qualified and on record with the University. Grants are only applied to an eligible student’s account upon receipt and approval of the Government Tuition Benefit Request Form with valid supporting documentation demonstrating employment with a Participating Organization. The University of Arizona Global Campus reserves the right to request additional documentation, beyond what is requested, to verify eligibility at any time Benefits will not be retroactively applied to coursework that began prior to approval into the GTB program.
Students who exceed 30 days of consecutive non-attendance and are not on an approved Academic Leave will be removed from the GTB program. Students who wish to return to the program will need to re-submit the request form and documentation for approval.
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. Students are encouraged to speak with their advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for prior to submitting their Government Tuition Benefit Request form
College Continuation Benefit
Students who were previously approved for and received a Full Tuition Grant (FTG), Tuition Grant (TG), Employee Tuition Savings (ETS), Shared Tuition Savings (STS), Tuition Benefit (TB), Head Start Grant, a corporate Scholarship, or the University of Arizona Global Campus Tuition Benefit program or an employee tuition benefit may be eligible for the College Continuation Benefit if they are no longer eligible for benefits through their affiliation with their Participating Organization and are in good standing with the University of Arizona Global Campus.
The College Continuation Benefit (CCB) offers a reduced tuition rate and will align with the student’s previous benefits.
Former FTG, TG, ETS, STS and Scholarship students utilizing the College Continuation Benefit will be required to utilize a primary payment option other than FTG, BHTG, ETS or STS. Once enrolled under the College Continuation Benefit, students must abide by all applicable Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards.
This program may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other UAGC sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. Students are reviewed for CCB eligibility at the time of the loss of employer benefits. Students are encouraged to speak with their advisor to explore all programs they may be eligible for. If a student opts out of or is removed from CCB, that student must submit a request to regain CCB benefits.
Alumni Tuition Grant
Students who graduate from the University of Arizona Global Campus or University of the Rockies degree program and enroll in another the University of Arizona Global Campus degree program may qualify for an Alumni Tuition Grant.
Students who qualify for the Alumni Tuition Grant must successfully complete four attempted courses after matriculation into an undergraduate degree program or three attempted courses after matriculation into a Master's degree program. The tuition grant will then be applied to the student’s account for the amount of the tuition charged for either the fifth or fourth attempted course, depending on the student’s degree program. Once the grant is applied to the student’s account, a student is not eligible for an additional grant until they graduate from another Global Campus degree program and meets admissions requirements to enroll in a subsequent degree program.
This benefit may not be utilized concurrently in the same enrollment period with any other the University of Arizona Global Campus sponsored grant, scholarship, or benefit program. To maintain eligibility, students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and remain continuously enrolled at the University.
Alumni who paid a one-time Technology Services Fee in an earlier enrollment will also have each course’s Technology Fee waived.
University of the Rockies Grant Grandfathering
Students who were previously enrolled at The University of the Rockies will continue to receive any active grant offerings as long as they maintain eligibility as outlined in the original grant offering terms and conditions. In general, students who exceed 30 days of consecutive non-attendance and are not on an approved break will lose their grant eligibility. Students who wish to return to their program can discuss other financial options to fund their education.