TUITION & FEES
BAY ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY TUITION
STUDENT TYPE | TUITION AMOUNT |
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Master’s Student | $1,235 per credit |
Bachelor’s Student | $635 per credit |
Online Master’s Student | $800 per credit |
Annual Tuition for a full time schedule* for the 2024-2025 Academic Year:
STUDENT TYPE | TUITION AMOUNT |
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Master’s Student | $22,230 / Year |
Bachelor’s Student | $19,050 / Year |
Online Master’s Student | $14,400 / Year |
Dual Master’s Student | $29,640 / Year |
BAY ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY FEES
DESCRIPTION | FEES |
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Application/Admissions Fees (non-refundable) | |
Application fee | $45 |
Deferral fee | $45 |
Deposits (non-refundable) | |
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Admission Confirmation Deposit | $200 |
Tuition Deposit | $1,500 |
Tuition Deposit – Class A (Fall 2024)* | $6,650 |
Tuition Deposit – Class A (Spring/Summer 2025)* | $7,500 |
Tuition Deposit for Master’s Online Classes | $2,475 |
Tuition Deposit for Bachelor’s Online Classes | $1,344 |
Mandatory Semester Based Fees | |
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Student Activities and Services Fee | $135 |
Technology Fee | $165 |
Mandatory One-Time Fee | |
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Student ID Card | $20 |
As-applicable Fees | |
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Late Registration Fee | $25 (per credit) |
Late Payment Fee | $25 (per credit) |
International Postage and Shipping | $130 |
Domestic Postage and Shipping | $65 |
English Proficiency Test Fee | $45 |
Airport Pick-Up | $150 |
Transcript Fee | $20 (per transcript) |
Student ID Replacement | $20 |
Returned Check Fee | $35 |
Cancellation Fee* | $100 |
Graduation Fee | $200 |
Diploma Processing Fee | $150 |
Administrative Services Fee** | $2,000 |
Transfer Out Administrative Fee | $2,000 |
BOOKS
BAU professors make every effort to keep the cost of books down by using books, textbooks, and articles that are available through BAU’s online library and providing students with links to readings through itslearning (BAU’s LMS), whenever possible. Nonetheless, the cost range of textbooks for per semester can reach or exceed $200.
It is the responsibility of students to be prepared for class which means they must have all required course materials and texts no later than Week 1 Day 7. Due to copyright laws, sections of the text, other than materials authorized by the publisher such as PowerPoints, problem solutions, etc., cannot be scanned and posted to the classroom or emailed by either the faculty or students.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICIES FOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
If a student elects to withdraw from specific course(s) or withdraw completely from the University, the following refund schedule will be used to determine
any outstanding financial obligation for which the student may be responsible.
Time of written notice of withdrawal | Tuition refund* |
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Up until three business days prior to 1st day of the semester | 100% of tuition paid |
From within 3 business days of the start of the semester through 25% of the semester | 50% of tuition paid |
From 25% through 50% of the semester | 25% of tuition paid |
After 50% of the semester | No refund |
For assistance or information on applying, please contact our Admission team at [email protected]
Please check out the BAU Academic Catalog for more details and other related information.
PAYMENT METHODS
Payments can be made either online or at the Finance Office using the following methods:
- Cash: Cash is only received at the Finance Office. Please do not send cash payments through the mail.
- Check: Made payable to “Bay Atlantic University” with the student’s ID number written on the front. Previously endorsed checks are not accepted. Checks must be payable in US dollars with an intermediary bank in the U.S. Checks may be mailed to Bay Atlantic University, Attention: Accounts Receivable at 1510 H St NW Washington, DC 20005, or hand delivered to the Finance Office.
- Debit or Credit Card:Debit and credit card payments (MasterCard, Visa, Amex, Discover) are accepted at the Finance Office and online. Visit https://bau.edu/tuition-fees, select the “Make a Payment” button at the top of the page, and enter your card information. You can also fill out the Credit Card Authorization Form and send the form to us to use your charge your card for one time.Please specify what you are making the payment for (e.g., courier fee, deposit payment for tuition, etc.), and include your Full Name and Application ID.
- Zelle Payment: To make a payment via Zelle, please follow the instructions below:
- Access your online banking or mobile banking application.
- Locate the “Send Money with Zelle” option within your banking platform.
- Our account is registered under the following email:
[email protected].- Double-check the accuracy of the email address to ensure your payment reaches the intended recipient.
- Enter the payment amount accurately.
- Include your Full Name and Application ID in the memo or notes section to ensure proper identification of your payment.
- Verify the details and confirm the payment.
- Paypal: You can use this QR Code to start your payment via PayPal. Please specify what you are making the payment for (e.g.: Admission Confirmation deposit, deposit payment for tuition, etc.)
- International Wire Transfer: You can use the following wire information and email the bank confirmation statement to [email protected]. Please specify what you are making the payment for (e.g., courier fee, deposit payment for tuition, etc.), including your Full Name and Application ID
Bank SWIFT: COMHUS33
Bank Name: MainStreet Bank
Bank Address: 10089 Fairfax Blvd. Fairfax, VA 22030
Account Number: 2010156986
Routing Number: 056009246
ABA: 056009246
Beneficial Name: Bay Atlantic University
Beneficial Address: 1510 H ST NW Ste 150 Washington, DC 20005
The payment description should include the student’s Name/Surname and Application Reference Number.
- Autopay: If you prefer a payment plan option, you can autopay your installments through debit and credit cards. Automatic payments are deducted from your credit/debit card on the payment days until the semester balance is paid in full. The most apparent benefit of autopay is that you’ll never miss a payment. Paying on time can save you money; when you miss a payment deadline, you must pay a late fee ($25 per credit for each late payment).You can fill out the Credit/Debit Card Recurring Payment Authorization Form and send it to us so that we can charge your card automatically on the installment dates.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
UPFRONT PAYMENT
If you prefer to pay all your tuition balance upfront during the semester course registration dates as shown below, Bay Atlantic University will offer you a 5% discount on the tuition:
Fall 2024 : no later than August 16, 2024
Spring 2025 : no later than January 17, 2025
Summer 2025 : no later than May 16, 2025
PAYMENT PLAN
Bay Atlantic University offers a payment plan as an alternative to paying the bill by splitting the balance into convenient monthly payments, with no added interest.
Students must be registered, and all current balances and prior term balances must be paid in full at the time of application. Students may view their accounts at any time by accessing MyBAU. In case of ERRORS or INQUIRIES about your bill, you will need to send a written statement to BAU Finance Office ([email protected]). Include your full name, student number, and description of why you believe the billing statement is in error. You will remain obligated to pay the parts of your bill not in dispute, but you will not have to pay any amount in dispute until such time as the University either corrects the error or explains why BAU believes that the bill was correct. During the same time, BAU may not take any action to collect disputed amounts or report disputed amounts as delinquent.
A student with a balance on his/her account on the billing date of any month will receive a monthly statement with the amount owing designated as the new balance. Payments are due on or before the due date listed on the bill. Payments, credits or changes received or made after the bill date will be reflected on the student’s online statement immediately and can be accessed from your student portal (MyBAU).
Bay Atlantic University reserves the right to calculate installments based on account balances at the time of enrollment. It is the participant’s responsibility to monitor their accounts and installment amounts. A $25 late fee per credit is assessed for each late or insufficient payment. Accounts missing two or more payments will be canceled from the plan and full payment becomes due immediately. Any additional account balance remaining after the final payment due date becomes due immediately per university guidelines.
All correspondence, including confirmations of enrollment and payment reminders, are sent to the student’s BAU email address and parent/proxy email address if provided with FERPA Waiver Request Form. Payment reminders are sent electronically two weeks before each payment due date.
Full payment of any previous obligations is due prior to registration. Any student’s account that has a delinquent balance will not be allowed to participate in course registration for a future semester until the account is paid in full. The online billing statement available at the beginning of each semester will itemize your payment obligations to BAU including, but not limited to, the following: tuition, course fees, mandatory semester fees, etc. The statement will also itemize any credits known at the time due you for the semester, such as overpayments by you in previous semesters. Any changes in your financial obligations to the University, caused by a change in schedule will reflect immediately on the online billing statement.
Payment of all tuition and fees becomes an obligation when you register at Bay Atlantic University (known as “BAU” and “The University”). BAU requests you carefully review and become fully knowledgeable of all disclosures before you submit your Financial Responsibility Agreement.
Fall 2024 Payment Plan Dates and Amounts
Installment | Date | Amount |
Installment 1 | August 5 to August 16, 2024 (Semester Course Registration Dates) | 40% of the semester balance |
Installment 2 | October 5, 2024 | 35% of the semester balance |
Installment 3 | November 5, 2024 | 25% of the semester balance |
Spring 2025 Payment Plan Dates and Amounts
Installment | Date | Amount |
Installment 1 | January 2 to January 17, 2025 (Semester Course Registration Dates) | 40% of the semester balance |
Installment 2 | March 5, 2025 | 35% of the semester balance |
Installment 3 | April 5, 2025 | 25% of the semester balance |
Summer 2025 Payment Plan Dates and Amounts
Installment | Date | Amount |
Installment 1 | May 5 to May 16, 2025 (Semester Course Registration Dates) | 40% of the semester balance |
Installment 2 | June 5, 2025 | 35% of the semester balance |
Installment 3 | July 5, 2025 | 25% of the semester balance |
Any initial international student who paid the $6,650.00 Tuition Deposit, will pay the remaining amount in TWO (2) installments; the first installment (50% of the semester balance) during the semester course registration days and the second installment (50% of the semester balance) on the 2nd installment day of the semester they are enrolled in.
RECEIVE $1000 WHEN YOU REFER A NEW STUDENT TO BAU!
- The referred student must put the referrer’s full name in the “How did you hear about us?” section in their application form.
- Once the student successfully registers and begins classes, the referrer must submit the Referral Form.
- Referral fee payment will be made 45 days after the referred student successfully registers and begins classes.
CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION:
- Students who have previously enrolled at BAU may not be referred again.
- Referred students must be enrolled in a course at BAU, and must be in good standing with the bursar’s office at the time of issuing of referral fee payment.
- Payment will be made in the form of credits applied towards the referrer’s tuition and fees.
- If applicable, taxes will be withheld.
STUDENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
DETAILS:
As a BAU Student Ambassador, students receive $1000 per newly referred student through the referral program, as well as additional Ambassador Perks, including:
- Free BAU merchandise
- Meet new people including fellow ambassadors, prospective students, BAU faculty and staff, and community members
- Work and have fun with fellow BAU students during campus activities and events
- Gain valuable job and life skills
- Learning & training opportunities
- Great resume builder
- 5% additional tuition assistance each semester you are selected as an active ambassador!
HOW TO BECOME A BAU STUDENT AMBASSADOR:
- Send an email application to [email protected] with the subject: Your Name – BAU Ambassador Application – Semester & Year.
- Please complete the BAU Ambassador Application Form
- Attach your class schedule for the upcoming semester, if available. You may print your schedule by accessing your OIS account
- Selected applicants will be contacted to attend an interview. 5 ambassadors are selected each semester.
- Selected BAU Ambassadors will be given training sessions to become BAU student representatives!
- Share your experience with new students, and enjoy your Ambassador Perks!
CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION:
- Ambassadors must be able to show an understanding of the application and enrollment process at BAU to guide prospective students through the process
- Ambassadors must always represent Bay Atlantic University in a respectful and professional manner
- Ambassadors are selected each semester. Selected students must be in good academic and financial standing at the time of selection
- Plagiarism, AI writing assistance, or any willful dishonesty may be cause for immediate rejection of the application and any previous offer for the Ambassador Program will be rescinded
- Incomplete applications will not be evaluated
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