Welcome to Smith Christian University (Formerly New Mt. Sinai Christian University)

Financial Information

At SCU, you will learn to think critically from a biblical worldview. The cost of that or any other higher education may seem high, but the learning and instruction you will receive and apply in Christian leadership are priceless.

The Office of Student Financial Services will work with you to make your educational experience affordable. Don't let the full cost of tuition and fees overwhelm you. Almost all of our students qualify for financial aid or institutional scholarships and you can, too. With Smith Christian University's affordable degree programs you can advance your career while building your faith, without breaking your budget. We know that cost can be a big factor when you're deciding on a university program. You'll find that our tuition is highly competitive with similar programs. With the combination of financial aid and payment plan options, you'll find this investment in your continued education very manageable. Smith Christian University offers a competitive tuition rate and a wider variety of monthly payment arrangements than most traditional schools. The tuition rates below do NOT reflect any tuition discounts. [All Fees are in U.S. dollars.]

All tuition and fees are listed below for your reference. Some of these fees are required but many are optional and many only apply at certain academic levels. Some of our programs, such as an accelerated Bachelors of Arts and The Ph.D (including the "Thesis Only" option) can be accomplished with Comprehensive/Specialized Pricing Plans which an enrollment advisor will work with you on personally.

In addition, all programs are eligible for Tuition Grants and monthly payment options starting with a small deposit. We work with our students as close as we can to meet their particular budget.

Please call and speak with an Enrollment Advisor with any questions regarding the information below. 1-888-346-SMITH (7648).

Tuition and Fees (Effective January 1, 2012 through January 1, 2013, subject to change thereafter.)

Required Fees:
Application (nonrefundable):	$50.00
Student Services Annual Fee:	$20.00
Tuition (Excluding Grants & Financial Assistance):
Per semester hour, undergraduate:	$75.00
Per semester hour, graduate (master's): Per semester hour, doctorate:	$95.00 $115.00
Prior Learning/Life Experience:
Review Life Learning Portfolio Fee Per semester hour, undergraduate	$300.00 $50.00
Textbooks/Course Materials:
Per course, as needed, billed separately (average per 3 credit hour course)	$30.00 to $70.00
Auditing:
Per course, no semester credit earned (Learning Center students only)	$60.00
Transfer Credits:
Less than 30 credits	$75.00
30 to 60 credits 61 to 90 credits More than 90 credits	$150.00 $225.00 $300.00
Video Course Fees:
If CD-Rom is needed (most students take courses without the CD-Roms)	$25.00
If Taken Online	Included in Tuition
Course Extension Fee
Course extensions that are longer than two weeks will require a $50 course extension fee. Course extensions longer than two months will result in an incomplete and require the student to retake the course at the current tuition rate.
Reading/Evaluation Fees:
Master Thesis/Project Doctoral Dissertation (All doctoral dissertations proposal must be submitted with fee)	$440.00 $500.00
Graduation Fees:
Includes administrative fees, degree, and one (1) unofficial student transcript
Undergraduate	$150.00
Graduate	$200.00
Transcripts & Misc:
Unofficial (issued to student)	$10.00
Official (issued to employer, College, institutions)	$10.00
Monthly Payment Plan Set Up Fee	$40.00
Late Tuition Fee	$25.00
Degree replacement	$50.00
Return check fee Student ID Badges (Replacement) Bible Knowledge Assessment (BKA) - Credit by Examination Fee (Per semester hour)	$25.00 $10.00 $40.00