FEES AND EXPENSES

Academic Year Summer 2012–Spring 2013

The university's board of trustees has approved the following tuition and fees for the academic year 2012–2013. Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.

Tuition

Tuition for full-time undergraduate students (12–19 credit hours) is charged on a semester basis. Semester tuition rates apply to the fall and spring semesters only. Summer terms, undergraduate part-time and undergraduates registering for more than 19 credit hours are charged on a per-credit-hour basis.

For undergraduate 2012 summer classes, the first six (6) credit hours will be charged at the published per credit hour rate. After the first six (6) credit hours, tuition will be 50 percent of the published rate.

This reduction applies to Melbourne campus academic programs only and does not include ESL courses or Florida Tech University Online courses taken by non-Melbourne campus students, courses in non-credit or study abroad programs, or flight or other fees. Other exclusions may apply. Contact the Registrar’s Office for additional information.

Students enrolled and pursuing degrees on the Melbourne campus are assessed the Melbourne campus tuition and fees. Students enrolled and pursuing degrees through Extended Studies are assessed the Extended Studies tuition and fees. Students enrolled in programs and pursuing degrees through Florida Tech University Online are assessed the tuition and fees approved by the partnership. 

Undergraduate Tuition Information

Tuition for full-time undergraduate students (12–19) varies according to the chosen major program of study and admission status (online, on campus). Undergraduate students enrolled in both undergraduate- and graduate-level courses pay the flat-rate tuition as shown. Tuition for full-time undergraduate students (12–19 credit hours) is charged on a semester basis.

Graduate Tuition Information

Tuition for graduate students is charged per credit hour based on the student's admission status (Extended Studies, Melbourne campus, Florida Tech University Online).

Other Programs / Fees (nonrefundable) 

Flight Costs

All flight fees shown are to be used as guidelines only and are subject to change. Variations in fuel price, student aptitude and performance, and other factors beyond the university's control may impact total flight course costs.

Cost for each flight course is the sum of four cost components: aircraft (dry/no fuel), fuel, flight instructor and flight training device (FTD/simulator). The component costs for Summer 2012, Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 are:

 Budgeting for Flight

Flight training costs are incurred in addition to the university's regular tuition and fees. To assist in budgeting flight costs, Table A lists the minimum annual flight costs for the core flight courses, assuming a $5/gallon fuel price. An overall 15 percent budgeting contingency is recommended based on typical flight course completion costs. Fuel surcharges may be imposed due to the inflating cost of fuel, oil and other petroleum produces.

TABLE A: Core Flight Curriculum (with fuel/per year)

The largest single variable in flight training cost is student performance. Success in minimum time and cost can only be achieved with student dedication and thorough preparation for each lesson. Flight training performance incentive scholarships shall be awarded for first-year students whose flight training progress meets established goals for various flight phases. Additional flight electives beyond the core flight courses may be required depending on the degree program selected. Elective flight course minimum costs are listed in Table C.

TABLE B: Core Flight Courses Minimum Costs (with fuel/per term)

TABLE C: Elective Flight Courses Minimum Costs (with fuel/per term)

Additional Costs

Making Your Flight Payment

The Panther Card must be used to pay flight costs on a pay-as-you-go basis. An initial deposit of $4,000 (or the minimum flight course cost if less than $4,000) is required at the beginning of each course. Flight costs are calculated and deducted from the Panther Card account at the conclusion of each lesson. A $1,000 minimum balance is required in most courses to ensure flight training continuity.

Meal Plans

All freshmen are required to select meal plan A1 or A2. Upperclassmen may choose A1, A2, U1 or U2. Meal plan contracts are for the academic year and may be changed between semesters by contacting the Campus Services Office. Flex Credits carry over between Fall Semester 2012 and Spring Semester 2013. Flex Credits have no residual cash value and are zeroed out at the end of the Spring Semester 2013.

Prices are per semester/per person 

*Upperclassmen only  **Off-campus students only

Questions?
Contact the Campus Services Office
(321) 674-8076, Fax (321) 674-7444, email fthousing@fit.edu

Housing Information

All freshmen and sophomores are required to live on campus. Transfer credits do not impact the residency requirement. Housing contracts are for the academic year. Contracts may not be canceled unless the student withdraws or does not enroll at the university.

Prices are per semester/per occupant.

Housing space is limited. The university makes every effort to accommodate your room or apartment request but cannot guarantee your choice.

Student Health Insurance

Student health insurance is MANDATORY for full-time undergraduate (12 or more credits) and graduate (9 or more credits) students, including those enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. Online students and students attending classes through Extended Studies or Florida Tech University Online do not meet the eligibility requirements.

Students may apply to waive university-sponsored insurance by providing proof of coverage through PantherPass by the end of the second Friday of classes (for Fall Semester 2012, the deadline is August 31, 2012).

It is MANDATORY for all international students to be covered by the university's health insurance plan.

Exceptions may be granted only if you have an insurance plan that meets very strict requirements in order for you to qualify for the waiver. You may request a waiver of the insurance fee by completing a form and providing proof of appropriate insurance to the Business and Retail Operations Office. Waiver forms are available from the Business and Retail Operations Office. Florida Tech will not accept coverage by an insurance company outside the United States.

Annual Cost

Questions regarding Health Insurance?

Contact the Business and Retail Operations Office
(321) 674-7707, Fax (321) 674-7706, or
Helen Jennings, Student Health Insurance Benefits Coordinator
(321) 674-8280