Fee Policy Information

SUNY Morrisville broad-based fees consist of the College Fee, the Intercollegiate Athletics Fee, the Student Activity Fee, the Student Health Services Fee, the Technology Fee, and the Transportation Fee. Broad-based fees are generally fees that are charged to all SUNY Morrisville students

The College Fee is the State University Fee which is assessed at a semester rate of $1.70 per credit hour or $25 for a full-time student. This fee is assessed to all students.

The Intercollegiate Athletics Fee is intended to increase stability in the funding of intercollegiate athletics. It covers supplies, equipment and facility maintenance needed to maintain the Morrisville NCAA Division III athletics program. The fee is assessed at a semester rate of $18.50 per credit hour, or $221.00 for a full-time student.

The Student Activity Fee is a $106.00 fee voted on by the students of the college. It covers the cost of various student activities across campus. The Student Activity Fee is assessed at a semester rate of $9.00 per credit hour, or $106.00 for full-time students on the main Morrisville Campus. The Student Activity Fee is assessed at a semester rate of $2.50 per credit hour, or $30.00 for full-time students on the Norwich branch campus. The Student Activity Fee is waived for all students who are doing an internship away from campus.

The Student Health Services Fee covers health, counseling, and preventative health services on campus. The Student Health Services Fee is assessed at a semester rate of $14.42 per credit hour, or $173.00 for full-time students on the main Morrisville Campus. This fee is waived for all students who are doing an internship away from campus, and all students who are 100% online.

The Technology Fee is used to build and maintain technology infrastructure. It covers distance learning, high-speed internet, wireless, smart classrooms, and other technology efforts. The Technology Fee is assessed at a semester rate of $16.17 per credit hour, or $200.00 for full-time students. The Technology Fee is charged to all SUNY Morrisville students.

The Transportation Fee is used to cover the cost of shuttle bus services that transports students around campus, including remote areas (equine and dairy facilities, and health clinical locations). It also covers the cost of buses to surrounding areas. The Transportation Fee is assessed at a semester rate of $97.00 for full-time students on the Morrisville campus. The Transportation Fee is waived for Norwich branch campus students who do not attend the main Morrisville Campus, it is also waived for all students who are doing an internship away from campus, and all students who are 100% online.

Explanation of Fees

Mandatory Fees For Full Time Students Per Semester Per Year
State University Fee $25.00 $50.00
Student Activity Fee $106.00 $212.00
Student Athletic Fee $221.00 $442.00
Health Services Fee $173.00 $346.00
*International Student Insurance - non-US citizens - no waivers honored, estimate only $750.45 $1,500.90
Orientation Fee - all freshmen - one-time fee   $200.00
Technology Fee - all full-time students - campus and Norwich $200.00 $400.00
Dormitory Services Fee - Mandatory for ALL rooms $360.00 $720.00
Transportation Fee - all Morrisville campus students for use of the MAC Shuttle $97.00 $194.00
Alumni Membership $12.00 $24.00
Career Services Fee $13.00 $26.00
Norwich Campus Student Activity Fee $30.00 $60.00
  • State University Fee: Mandatory for all students. Used to reduce debt service with the New York State Dormitory Authority.
  • Student Activity Fee: Mandatory for all students. Funds the programs and activities of the Student Government Organization.
  • Student Athletic Fee: Mandatory for all campus students. Funds the Men's and Women's intercollegiate sports program including team transportation, uniforms, etc.
  • Health Services Fee: Mandatory fee providing some medications and laboratory procedures through the Student Health Center at no additional cost.
  • International Student Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for medical expenses, generally incurred off-campus, including medical evacuation and repatriation benefits, arising from covered accidents and sicknesses. This insurance charge is mandatory for international students and scholars, F-1 and J-1 visas, and for students studying abroad. Insurance waivers will not be honored.
  • Technology Fee: Mandatory fee for all students providing access to various computer services.
  • Dormitory Services Fee: Mandatory for all residence hall residents. Includes use of washers and dryers and WiFi residential network.
  • Transportation Fee: Mandatory for all students attending the Morrisville Campus for use of the MAX Shuttle Service.
  • Alumni Membership: Alumni Association benefits include: reunions with classmates, Alumni News subscription, alumni web site, affinity credit card, group insurance opportunities, travel packages, professional networking, mentoring, regional get-togethers, SUNYCard privileges for long-lines rates, use of SUNY libraries. This is a mandatory fee.
  • Career Services Fee: The Career Service fee is directly applied to activities that support students in the areas of career planning and development. Open to all students and alumni of SUNY Morrisville, the Office of Career Planning and Development assists current students and graduates of the College to identify and explore career options; create or edit resumes, cover letters, portfolios, or personal statements; prepare for an internship or job search; network with alumni or other professionals; evaluate a job offer; or consider additional educational opportunities.
  • Norwich Campus Student Activity Fee: For Norwich students only

OPTIONAL CHARGES

Optional Charges Per Semester Per Year
Fitness Fee - full and part-time students $75.00 $150.00
  • Fitness Fee: Optional fee to use the Fitness Center. To remove the Fitness Center fee, students must contact the Student Accounts office by the end of the first week on the semester. Any requests received after the first week will not be honored.

OTHER CHARGES

Fees For Full Time Students Per Semester Per Year
Drop/Add Fee - each schedule change after the first week of classes $20.00 /Form  
Administrative Late Payment Fee - charged after payment deadline $50.00  
Late Payment Fee - charged at each billing after initial billing $50.00 /Billing  
Late Registration Fee - charged once the semester begins $50.00  
Course Materials Fee - variable based on program requirements * *
Laptop Computer - variable based on program and technology requirements * *
Returned Check Fee - penalty for all returned checks $20.00 /Check  
Diploma Fee - covers costs of graduation $25.00  
  • Drop/Add Fee: Charged for any schedule changes after the first week of classes.
  • Administrative Late Payment Fee: One-time fee charged to all students who do not prepay (Settle their Bill) by the scheduled deadline.
  • Late Payment Fee: Charged after the pre-payment deadline and may be added to semester billing statements.
  • Late Registration Fee: Charged once the semester begins.
  • Returned Check Fee: All checks returned by a bank due to insufficient funds will be assessed a $20.00 returned check charge. Payment must then be made in the form of a money order, certified check, cash, Visa, Mastercard, or Discover. A $50.00 late payment fee will be assessed if the returned check was in payment of your semester charges. We reserve the right to protest a returned check.
  • Course Materials Fee: Also referred to as Inclusive Access, covers the cost of a course’s digital resources, including ebooks and courseware, found in the course’s Brightspace (delivered via RedShelf). These materials are delivered automatically on the first day of classes and are available on a trial basis for the first week of the semester. Students are able to opt-out of the service if they choose, however by doing so they will no longer have access to these resources and may be required to purchase them elsewhere. The opt-out period closes three weeks into the semester; if students do not opt out before the deadline, they are required to pay the fee regardless of usage. Students can opt-out by using the links on Brightspace or on the course listing on ecampus.com. Visit the Campus Store’s FAQ webpage for more information about Inclusive Access.

Tuition and Fee Liability

Students who officially withdraw from the college or reduce the number of credits for which they are registered may be entitled to a proportionate refund of tuition paid or proportionate adjustment of tuition charges. The first day of classes as scheduled by the campus shall be deemed to be the first day that classes are offered, as scheduled by the academic calendar. The fall and spring liability schedule is:

Liability Period Tuition Liability Tuition Refund Fees Liability
1st Week 0% 100% 0%
2nd Week 30% 70% 30%
3rd Week 50% 50% 50%
4th Week 70% 30% 70%
5th Week 100% 0% 100%

Students who officially withdraw from the college or reduce the number of credits for which they are registered may be entitled to a proportionate refund of tuition paid or proportionate
Liability for housing is incurred after one night of occupancy and is equal to one half of the full semester housing cost. Meals are prorated up to the 6th week.

During 0% liability, refunds will be processed and charges removed for tuition and all fees. After 0% liability, tuition and fees will be prorated according to the schedule above. Therefore, the last day to withdraw from classes without any tuition liability is the last day of the 1st week of classes.

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