RockhuRst univeRsity 2012–2014 catalog

for the unpaid portion of the tuition and fees. For more information or to enroll, visit theTMS website, www.afford.com, or call 1-800-722-4867, or contact the Rockhurst UniversityStudent Accounts Office or Financial Aid Office.Deferred Payment PlanThe University also offers a Deferred Payment Plan for eligible students under whichone-third of the semester costs and a plan fee are due before classes begin for each semester,with the remaining balance paid in two equal amounts due October 1 and November 1for the Fall semester, and March 1 and April 1 for the Spring semester.The total amount of tuition and fees due under the above Payment Plans is reduced bythe amount of approved scholarships, grants and net loans (gross less processing fee) whichthe student has obtained through the Rockhurst Offices of Admission and Financial Aidexcept for student work awards. Students are responsible for finding a place of employmenton campus and working the hours required to earn their work award.Employer Tuition Assistance and ReimbursementStudents attending the University through University-approved employer-reimbursementmust pay all costs before classes begin, or, if the student is eligible, make arrangements forpayment under an Alternative Payment Plan. Students whose employers pay partial costsare liable for those costs over and above that paid by the employer. Those costs paid bythe student must be paid in full before classes begin or, if the student qualifies, tuition andfees must be paid under an Alternative Payment Plan. The reimbursement of the student isthe responsibility of the employer.Students are encouraged to make payment or arrangement for payment before thedue date by returning the invoice emailed to them by the Student Accounts Office.See the Rockhurst University website, www.rockhurst.edu for tuition payment deadlines.Delinquent AccountsOverdue accounts will be sent to a collection agency. Collection costs and fees for unpaidbalances forwarded to outside agencies for collection will be borne by the student.Transcripts of academic records will not be issued by the Registrar’s Office for anystudent or former student whose student account is delinquent or for any student orformer student whose Perkins Loan repayments are delinquent. Delinquent balances mustbe paid in full or repayment plans brought current prior to the issuance of academic transcripts.Health InsuranceA health insurance plan designed for the students of Rockhurst University is currentlyavailable to all students. Benefits under this plan are described in detail on the Rockhurstwebsite. The plan is mandatory for all international students. All full-time undergraduateand graduate students must participate unless they provide proof of current healthinsurance. The Rockhurst plan protects students 24 hours a day whether on or off campusduring the coverage term. Catastrophic health insurance may be purchased from theinsurance broker for an additional fee.22