A larger freshman class and changes in class schedules are only two of the noticeable differences brought on by the semester system. The Bursar's Office mailed the first bills for undergraduate tuition and fees under the semester system in mid-July. Recipients already have noticed that the charges are greater than those billed for a quarter term. However, aside from the 6 percent annual increase previously approved by the Board of Trustees, the seemingly greater charges for the fall semester reflect only an increase in the length of the term, and not an increase in charges. Instead of paying for three sessions during the regular academic year, students now pay for two sessions.
Students do have the option of making tuition payments for each semester in two payments.
Those taking advantage of the deferred payment option for the fall term have until Sept. 8 to finish paying for fall semester.