Virginia State Refund Policy

The University obligates students to tuition and fees by the academic term. If the student cancels or withdraws during the Add/Drop Period, the University refunds 100% of the tuition and fee charges, except the non-refundable application fee, and any applicable fees related to unreturned equipment. If a new student decides to withdraw within the first term of instruction, the University follows the published cancel policy. If a continuing student withdraws after the Add/ Drop Period, the University adheres to the following policy:

• A student who enters, but withdraws during the first 1/4 (25%) of the course is entitled to receive a refund of 50% of the tuition and laboratory fees.
• A student who enters, but withdraws after completing 1/4 (25%), but less than 1/2 (50%) of the course is entitled to receive a refund of 25% of the tuition and laboratory fees.
• A student who withdraws after completing 1/2 (50%) or more of the course is not entitled to a refund.