tuition & fees

Note: These fees are undergraduate credit tuition.

Costs of special materials and supplies are not included in the cost of tuition but are listed separately. Textbook costs are available when registering for classes.

Financial Obligation

Students are expected to make full payment when they register. Other arrangements may be made subject to approval with the Business Office. PWSCC accepts MasterCard, Visa, and Discover. If a student becomes delinquent in payment of any amount due to PWSCC or any other unit within the University of Alaska Statewide System, PWSCC reserves the right to withhold transcripts, diplomas and final grade reports and to refuse future registration until the amount due is paid in and reported to the credit bureau.

Easy Pay Payment Plan

If unable to pay all fees at registration and in good credit standing with the University, a student may apply for an Easy Pay interest-free loan. A $25 fee must be paid at time of application and the applicant must demonstrate the ability to repay the loan. According to the signed payment plan, the remainder is paid in installments; the balance must be paid in full prior to the end of the semester. Late fees of $25 will be added to any late payment per the loan contract. Failure to make timely payments may result in immediate cancellation of classes, holding of university records and loss of university services until payment in full is received. Registration at other University of Alaska campuses may also be affected.

If any classes are dropped before the account is paid in full, refunds or balance due adjustments will be made according to the refund policy below. If the student withdraws before her/his account is paid in full, the student is still liable for any balance owed.

Download: Easy Pay Payment Plan Form

Statement Of Liability

In the event that the operations of Prince William Sound Community College are adversely affected by war, riot, act of God, action of civil authority, strike, or other emergency or condition, the college reserves the right to take action to curtail part or all of its operations, including action to cancel classes and action to discontinue services. In any case in which a significant curtailment is judged proper by the University, the college’s liability shall be limited to (at most) a refund of tuition and other fees paid.

Refund Policy

Registered students may receive a refund (if appropriate) only after they have completed official drop paperwork. The date of each transaction, on the drop form, will determine eligibility for a refund (based on the schedule below). The refund deadlines are also published in the semester Class Schedule. Students are responsible for thoroughly reading the Class Schedule and being aware of the published refund deadlines for their particular classes. Students who drop or withdraw or who are administratively dropped or withdrawn from courses as a result of disciplinary action forfeit all rights to any refund.

All Classes

Before 1st day of instruction = 100% tuition & fees

15- Week Sessions

1-7 calendar days* = 100% tuition & fees
8-14 calendar days* = 50% tuition only
On or after 15th calendar day = No Refund
*Calendar days include weekends.

Self-Support Courses

Before class begins = 100% refund
After class begins = No Refund

Short Courses

Please check with the Business Office or the Registration Office regarding drop and withdraw deadlines for any classes fewer than 15 weeks long. Refunds for short courses are determined individually by the Registration Office.

Individually Arranged

Refund deadlines for individually arranged courses are determined by the date a student registers for the course.
1-7 calendar days* = 100% tuition & fees
8-14 calendar days* = 50% tuition only
On or after 15th calendar day = No Refund
*Calendar days include weekends.

Cancelled Classes

Withdrawal From Classes

No tuition refund will be allowed for withdrawal after the drop deadline.

Petition For Exception To PWSCC Policy On Refund Of Tuition And Fees

A student, or person with legal authority to act on behalf of a student, may petition for an exception to PWSCC policy on refunds of tuition and fees. Petitions are not automatically granted but will be considered per individual circumstances based on the documentation provided. The petitioner must submit a completed and signed Petition form to the Admission and Records Office, P.O. Box 97, Valdez, AK 99696. Written documentation from instructors, physicians, or other appropriate persons verifying and supporting the request may accompany the petition. It is the responsibility of the student or a person authorized to act on behalf of the student to submit the supporting documentation. Petitions submitted without documentation may not be considered. Upon the determination of the committee whose decision is final, a written response will be mailed to the student.

Senior Citizen Tuition Waivers

Senior Citizen age: 65 or older

Regular tuition shall be waived for Alaska residents who are otherwise age eligible to receive full social security retirement benefits, who register on a space available basis; that is, when courses can accommodate such students in addition to other enrolled students. Individuals who were eligible for senior citizen tuition waivers on September 21, 2005 under the previous regents' policy shall continue to be eligible for the waiver.