Fees
Every person admitted into a programme of study leading to a bachelor degree, associate degree, diploma, certificate, or other award of The College shall pay fees and other prescribed charges.
Fees are payable in cash, by money order or certified cheque made payable to 'The College of The Bahamas'. Credit cards may be accepted subject to a small service charge.
NOTE: Students are responsible for paying all tuition and fees on or before the last day of registration. Fees are subject to change without notice.
Tuition
For the 2006-2007 academic year tuition is as follows:
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Lower Level Courses |
Upper Level Courses |
| Bahamians |
B$100 per credit |
B$150 per credit |
| Non-Bahamians |
B$200 per credit |
B$200 per credit |
An additional laboratory, tutorial, studio or other fee may be attached to specific courses to cover related expenses such as the cost of materials, supplies, field trips, etc. Such fees are specified in course outline approved by the Academic Board. Unless otherwise indicated, they must be paid at the time of registration.
Audit of Courses
Students wishing to audit courses pay the same tuition and fees as students who register for credit.
Non-Credit College Courses
College Prep and Pre-Tech courses are assessed at a rate of $300.00 per course; the Student Development Seminar is assessed at a rate of $75.00.
Non-Credit General Interest Courses
From time to time non-credit general interest courses are offered through The Centre for Continuing Education and Extension Services (CEES). Fees for these courses are determined on the basis of related expenses.
Schedule of Fees
Application Service Fee
A non-refundable $40.00 application service fee is charged for processing a student's first application for admission. Students reapplying for admission following withdrawal or suspension are also required to pay this fee. An additional fee of $10.00 is charged to all late applicants.
Orientation Fee
All new students pay a non-refundable orientation fee of $50.00 upon registration.
Registration Fees
Student Activity Fee
This non-refundable fee provides funds for Student Government and Clubs and is payable at the time of official registration.
| Full-time students: |
$50.00 per semester |
| Part-time students: |
$25.00 per semester |
Student Services Fee
This is a one-time, non-refundable fee of $25.00 covers the cost of providing each student with a student identification card.
Accident Insurance Fee
The Accident Insurance fee of $25.00 is mandatory for all students. It is paid annually at the time of the student's first registration for the academic year.
Technology Fee
This mandatory, non-refundable fee covers computer and Internet access, COB Libraries and their related services.
$100.00 (per Semester)
$50.00 (per Summer Session)
Security Deposit
A refundable security deposit of $100.00 for Bahamians and $200.00 for non-Bahamians is payable by students in all programmes (with the exception of CEES programmes) at the time of first registration.
Housing Deposit
A $400.00 one-time, refundable housing deposit is required for all students, including scholarship recipients, who apply for College housing. The deposit remains on file as long as the student matriculates at The College and is refunded following the last semester of the student's occupancy of College housing, provided the student: 1) checks out of College housing officially; 2) turns in his/her room key; 3) ensures that the assigned living space is clean; and 4) ensures that there are no deductions for public area damage, defacement, or missing fixtures and/or furnishings.
SUMMARY OF FEES
| Application Fee |
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$40.00 |
| Late Application Charge |
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$10.00 |
| Orientation |
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$50.00 |
| Student Activity Fee
(full-time students) |
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$50.00 per semester |
| Student Activity Fee
(part-time students) |
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$25.00 per semester |
| Student Services Fee (ID card) |
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$25.00 |
| Accident Insurance Fee |
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$25.00 (per year) |
| Technology Fee |
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$100.00 (per semester)
$50.00 (per summer session) |
| Late Registration Fee |
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$150.00 (per registration) |
| Drop/Add Fee |
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$20.00 (per application) |
| Extraordinary Sitting
of Final Examination |
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$75.00 (per course) |
| Graduate Programme Administrative Fee |
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$150.00 (per semester) |
| LLB Administrative Fee |
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$500.00 (per semester) |
| Challenge Examination |
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$75.00 (per examination) |
| Food Preparation Lab Fee |
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$180.00 |
| Food Service Lab Fee |
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$75.00 |
| Internship Fee |
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$400.00 |
| Technological Service Fee |
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$100.00 (per semester) |
| Final Grade Appeal Fee |
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$100.00 (per appeal) |
| Transcript Fee |
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$5.00 (per copy) |
| Graduation Fee |
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$100.00 |
| Letter Request Fee |
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$10.00 |
| Science Lab Fee |
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$50.00 - $75.00 |
| Art Lab Fee |
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$50.00 - $75.00 |
| Housing Deposit |
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$400.00 |
| Dormitory Fee |
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$400.00 (per semester) |
Refund Policy
A full refund of tuition fees will be made if a course for which a student has registered is cancelled by the institution. In other instances, the following will apply provided that the student complies with withdrawal regulations by completing the requisite forms and submitting them to the relevant office. (See 'Dropping a Course or Withdrawing'.)
Fall and Spring Semesters
| Before first scheduled class |
90% refund |
| During first week of class |
75% refund |
| During second week of class |
50% refund |
| Withdrawal thereafter |
NIL |
Summer Sessions
| Before first scheduled class |
90% refund |
| By third day of class |
75% refund |
| By fourth day of class |
50% refund |
| Withdrawal thereafter |
NIL |
Refunds of additional course fees will be made on the basis of the tuition fee refund schedule.
Deferred Payment Plan
The Deferred Payment Plan is available for tuition only. Fees must be paid in full.
Terms of Installment Payment Agreement
The Deferred Payment Plan is available to students who:
- are not indebted to College for charges/fees.
- have maintained a previously satisfactory College credit record.
- have registered for (12) or more credits.
Facility/Service Fee
$50.00 per Semester
Initial Payment
- 60% of the TUITION for current semester.
- Payment in full of any outstanding tuition and fees.
Subsequent Payment
- The 40% deferred balance of tuition is due in two monthly instalments:
Fall Semester: The last working day of September and the last working day of October.
Spring Semester: The last working day of January and the last working day of February.
Penalty Fee
A $50.00 penalty fee will be charged each month on all late payments of outstanding tuition.
Prepayment Fee
There is no prepayment penalty.
Application Forms
A separate application and agreement is required for each Semester this Plan is used.
Students wishing to access the Deferred Payment Plan must apply to the Business Office using the prescribed application and agreement form.
Debts to The College
Permission to register for succeeding semesters will be withheld from any student who is indebted to COB until the debt is paid or arrangements have been made for payment and a proper clearance issued by the Business Office. In the case of non-returned library books and materials, non-payment of rents, or registration fees, or any other indebtedness, The College will not grant a degree, diploma, certificate or other award and will withhold grades, transcripts, registration privileges, or any combination of these from any student or former student properly charged with the possession of library books or other materials, or with other indebtedness, when such books or materials are not returned or when payment is not made.
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The College of The Bahamas :: Oakes Field :: P.O. Box N-4912 :: Nassau, The Bahamas :: Tel (242) 302.4300 :: Email cob@cob.edu.bs
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