What is the ancillary fee?
The ancillary fee provides support for activities, athletics, library and technical services, student software, and student spaces. It's set at 10% of tuition, and is charged per credit.
What is the ELW fee?
The Experiential Learning & Wellness fee provides support for students in the form of experiential and co-curricular learning opportunities, expansion of the Co-Curricular Record, health & well-being, and peer mentoring. It is set at 2% of the tuition.
What are student union & society fees?
51 collects fees on behalf of the Student Union Society, the Cascade Journalism Society, and 51 Campus and Community Radio every semester. Learn more about student union & society fees.
Students are also responsible for purchasing their textbooks, additional supplies (stationery, rolling computer bag, etc.), and paying for their graduation fee.
An education is an investment in your future, but finding the money to invest is often the first hurdle to overcome before you set out on your learning journey. For more information, or if you have questions, make sure to contact 51's Financial Aid department.
Remember that no matter how you fund your education, you can often deduct tuition, books, and other expenses from your taxes. You student loan may also be eligible for a tax credit. Consult a tax professional to help you at tax time if you are unsure how to claim these deductions.