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Answers
to Questions about Ohio State’s
Recommended Tuition and Fees for 2002-03
What
has the university recommended for 2002-3?
Why are you recommending that new students pay more than
current students? Why isn’t it just the same increase for everybody?
How will students benefit from this tuition and fee increase?
If I am a student in The Ohio State University Academy,
am I considered a new student or a continuing student?
When will I know for sure what my tuition will be for next
year?
How does Ohio State’s tuition compare to other public
universities in Ohio?
How will Ohio State’s tuition compare to other public
universities in Ohio for the 2002-03 academic year if the recommendations
are approved?
With the recommended increase, how will Ohio State’s
tuition compare with the rest of the Big Ten?
What is Ohio State doing to help me afford to attend the
university?
What do I do to make sure I get all the financial aid that
I deserve?
What do I need to do if I have already filed my FAFSA?
What if I’m a student at a regional campus? Does this
affect me?
What implications do these recommendations have on graduate
or professional students?
What implications do these recommendations have on out-of-state
undergraduate students?
What about part-time students’ tuition and fees?
What has the university recommended for 2002-3?
- For all undergraduates (new and continuing) the university recommends
a 9% increase in instructional and general fees beginning summer quarter
2002. This would amount to a $429 increase—from $4,788 to $5,217—for
full-time undergraduates over a three-quarter (academic year) period.
- For new undergraduates, the university recommends an additional $475 for a total
of $5,692 or an increase of approximately 18 percent.
- Student financial aid funds (in the form of grants) should be increased
to assure that students who are otherwise qualified will be afforded
access.
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Why are you recommending that new students pay more than
current students? Why isn’t it just the same increase for everybody?
Last spring Ohio State advised undergraduates to expect annual tuition increases
of nine percent for the next four or five years. Today, after additional
reductions in state support it is clear that if Ohio State is going to continue
to enhance the undergraduate experience a 9% tuition increase leaves a $13
million dollar funding gap. Recognizing that current students have relied
on and planned for 9% tuition increases, the current recommendation exempts
current students (for four years) from the new higher fee structure.
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How will students benefit from this tuition and fee increase?
Ohio State will continue to make progress in better serving its students
and the citizens of Ohio. As a result of the revenue generated by increased
tuition and the fee for new students…
1) The impact of reductions in state support will be softened:
- Retention of current outstanding faculty and staff will be more successful,
keeping class size down and quality and course availability up.
- Core student services such as student financial aid processing, course
registration, disability services and public safety will be preserved.
2) Other improvements will continue, although at a slower pace:
- Smaller classes
- Improved access to courses (fewer closeouts)
- Better access to state of the art technology
- Improved academic counseling
- More high-quality learning experiences outside the classroom
The caliber of students who enroll at Ohio State expect and deserve the
university to honor its commitment to continue to enhance the academic and
out-of-classroom experience.
Quality does not come cheap! Our students and the citizens of Ohio deserve
nothing less than a top-quality college education.
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If I am a student in The Ohio State University Academy,
am I considered a new student or a continuing student?
PSEOP students (at Ohio State, known as the Academy) are considered new
students after they are no longer concurrently enrolled in high school.
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When will I know for sure what my tuition will be for
next year?
The Board of Trustees has been asked to approve the recommendations by March
1, 2002. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
New students who apply for financial aid will receive their Financial Aid
Notice at the beginning of April, allowing sufficient time to make an informed
decision about payment of the Acceptance Fee, which is due May 1.
SPECIAL NOTE: We strongly encourage all students to delay any decisions
about their college choice until they have complete information on 1) financial
aid that may be available to them; and 2) final tuition and fee decisions
at all colleges or universities they may be considering.
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How does Ohio State’s tuition compare to other public
universities in Ohio?
Our tuition is currently eighth among the 13 public universities in Ohio.
| University |
2001-02
Tuition
|
| Miami |
$6,916
|
| University
of Cincinnati |
6,172
|
| Kent
State |
5,874
|
| Bowling
Green |
5,748
|
| Ohio
University |
5,493
|
| Akron |
5,177
|
| Toledo |
5,102
|
| Ohio
State |
4,788
|
| Cleveland
State |
4,732
|
| Wright
State |
4,596
|
| Youngstown
State |
4,204
|
|
Central State |
3,723
|
|
Shawnee State |
3,402
|
How will Ohio State’s tuition compare to other
public universities in Ohio for the 2002-03 academic year if the recommendations
are approved?
With the assumed and known increases that all will implement next year,
we expect to remain eighth among the 13 Ohio public universities for current
students (see Chart I) and move to 4th for new students (see Chart II).
Chart I: Possible 2002-03 Tuition: Ohio State Compared to Other Ohio
Publics
Current Students Only
| University |
2002-03
Assumed Tuition
|
| Miami |
$7,331
|
| University
of Cincinnati |
6,542
|
| Kent
State |
6,226
|
| Bowling
Green |
6,093
|
| Ohio
University |
6,000*
|
| Akron |
5,488
|
| Toledo |
5,408
|
| Ohio
State |
5,217
|
| Cleveland
State |
5,016
|
| Wright
State |
4,872
|
| Youngstown
State |
4,456
|
|
Central State |
3,946
|
|
Shawnee State |
3,606
|
Note: Projection for illustrative purposes only, except where respective
schools have already announced a figure for 2002-03 as indicated by an
asterisk (*). Assumes a 9% increase for OSU and a 6% increase for all
other Ohio universities. Actual increase will be determined by those institutions
and may vary.
Chart II: Possible 2002-03 Tuition: Ohio State Compared to Other Ohio
Publics
New Students Only
| University |
2002-03
Assumed Tuition
|
| Miami |
$7,331
|
| Ohio
University |
6,564*
|
| University
of Cincinnati |
6,542
|
| Ohio
State |
6,417
|
| Kent
State |
6,226
|
| Bowling
Green |
6,093
|
| Akron |
5,488
|
| Toledo |
5,408
|
| Cleveland
State |
5,016
|
| Wright
State |
4,872
|
| Youngstown
State |
4,456
|
|
Central State |
3,946
|
|
Shawnee State |
3,606
|
NOTE: Projected tuition is for illustrative purposes only. Assumes
a 9% + $1,200 increase for OSU and a 6% increase for all other Ohio universities
unless accompanied by an asterisk, which indicates announced increase
for 2002-03. Actual increases will be determined by each institution and
may vary.
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With the recommended increase, how will Ohio State’s
tuition compare with the rest of the Big Ten?
Our projections indicate that we will remain 6th among the public Big
Ten universities for current students (see Chart I) and move to 5th for
new students (see Chart II).
Chart I: Possible 2002-03 Tuition: Ohio State Compared to Big Ten
Current Students Only
| University |
2002-03
Assumed Tuition
|
| Penn
State* |
$8,165
|
| Michigan* |
7,854
|
|
Michigan State* |
6,438
|
| Minnesota |
6,090
|
| Illinois* |
5,889*
|
| Ohio
State |
5,217
|
| Indiana |
5,207
|
| Purdue* |
4,476*
|
| Wisconsin |
4,495
|
|
Iowa* |
4,190*
|
NOTE:
The figures for 2002-03 are projections by OSU and do not reflect projections
or decisions by the other respective universities, except where indicated
with an asterisk (*). The asterisk indicates that a decision has already
been publicly announced. Tuition for all other universities is assumed
to increase at 10%, except Ohio State where a 9% + $1,200 increase is
shown. Actual increases may vary.
Chart
II: Possible 2002-03 Tuition: Ohio State Compared to Big Ten
New Students Only
| University |
2002-03
Assumed Tuition
|
| Penn
State* |
$8,165
|
| Michigan* |
7,854
|
|
Illinois* |
6,504*
|
| Michigan
State* |
6,438
|
| Ohio
State |
6,417
|
| Minnesota |
6,090
|
| Purdue* |
5,621*
|
| Indiana |
5,207
|
| Wisconsin |
4,495
|
|
Iowa* |
4,190*
|
Note: The figures for 2002-03 are projections by OSU and do not reflect
projections or decisions by the other respective universities, except
where indicated with an asterisk (*). The asterisk indicates that a decision
has already been publicly announced. Tuition for all other universities
is assumed to increase at 10%, except Ohio State where a 9% + $1,200 increase
is shown. Actual increases may vary.
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What is Ohio State doing to help me afford to attend
the university?
Ohio State’s goal remains to be to provide access to an excellent
education. In planning for these proposed increases, we carefully reviewed
how families of all incomes might finance their Ohio State education.
Financial aid will be provided to families who qualify and will cover
dollar-for-dollar in grants—not loans—the added increase in
tuition.
This extraordinary commitment, not present in any other institution, reflects
the university’s continued commitment to its land grant mission.
Families that did not apply for financial aid but now need assistance
should apply as soon as possible and contact the Office of Financial Aid
to let them know they are applying late, but now need aid.
Federal tax law changes will help those families that do not qualify for
aid. A law passed last summer will assist families who do not qualify
for financial aid to receive $1,000 more in tax credits—a dollar-for-dollar
reduction in the taxes paid—for 2002.
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What do I do to make sure I get all the financial aid
that I deserve?
Be sure to file the FAFSA if there is any possibility you will need financial
assistance. Ohio State’s priority FAFSA deadline is February 15.
For all the information about financial aid at Ohio State, visit the Student
Financial Aid Web site: http://sfa.osu.edu.
An unrelated Federal tax law passed last summer will assist families who
do not qualify for financial aid to receive $1,000 more in tax credits
— a dollar-for-dollar reduction in their taxes paid — for 2002.
SPECIAL NOTE: Apply for financial aid now if you need help in paying
college costs next year. You don't need to wait until you complete your
taxes; the FAFSA allows you to apply on time (before February 15 for Ohio
State). You should indicate that you have estimated the tax-related information.
Ohio State recommends you file the FAFSA via the Web at http://www.FAFSA.ed.gov.
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What do I need to do if I have already filed my FAFSA?
Nothing. The increase in tuition and fees will be factored into your financial
aid award.
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What if I’m a student at a regional campus? Does
this affect me?
These recommendations do not pertain to tuition and fees at our regional
campuses. Those decisions will be made at a later date.
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What implications do these recommendations have on graduate
or professional students?
These recommendations do not pertain to graduate and professional students’
tuition and fees. Those decisions will be made at a later date.
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What implications do these recommendations have on out-of-state
undergraduate students?
In addition to the instructional and general fee, out-of-state students
pay a non-resident surcharge. A recommendation for an increase in this
surcharge is not included in these recommendations and will be determined
at a later date. However, based on recent history, it is not unreasonable
to assume that the out-of-state surcharge will increase 5%, or about $438,
for the 2002-03 academic year.
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What about part-time students’ tuition and fees?
Part-time students’ tuition and fees would reflect these recommendations,
and be pro-rated by credit hour. For new undergraduates, that includes
a pro-rate of the $1,200 per academic year fee.
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