All SMU students incur General Expenses. Students are required to have a computer with a lockdown browser. Some additional expenses include a name badge, lab coat, CPR certification, health screenings (including immunizations), and health insurance. Students are responsible for providing the SMU data clearing house with copies of required documents before they can attend practicum. The list will be provided for the student. SMU uses CastleBranch as its data clearinghouse. Changes in tuition and fees apply to all students. Tuition and fees are subject to change at the end of any term. Technology changes, lab coats, and other miscellaneous expenses are not included in tuition or fees.
Payment of Tuition and Fees
All charges are due and payable in full or before the start date of each course. Circumstances that prevent a student from adhering to these dates should be discussed with the business office. Students attending school under an installment payment agreement, or private loan should confer with the director of financial services concerning the payment of fees. Failure to make proper payments, unless otherwise cleared by the business office, will result in dismissal from the University. Grades will not be issued, degrees granted, or academic transcripts furnished until all financial obligations have been satisfied.
Program Fees
The Office of Admissions must receive essay, test scores, and transcripts used to make admissions decisions by the published deadlines.
| Description |
Estimated Costs |
Explanation |
| Application Fee |
$100.00 |
Non-refundable |
| Practicum – Family Nurse Practitioner |
$5,850.00 |
The preceptor Will be assigned by SMU |
| Practicum – Nursing Education & Healthcare Administration |
$2,500.00 |
To secure clinical placement |
| Clinical Clearance Fee |
$225.00 |
CastleBranch: Includes background check, medical document, manager drug screening and clinical documents clearance |
| Background Check Level II |
$150.00 |
Includes all counties of residence, NW sex offender registry, NW healthcare fraud and abuse. |
| Certification – Family Nurse Practitioner |
$400.00 |
ANCC certification exam |
| Clinical make-up hours. Cost per hour |
$15.00 |
Cost per hour to make up clinical hours |
| Copies of academic records. Cost per page |
$1.00 |
Copies of academic records |
| Course Make up Exam and Proctor fee |
$50.00 |
Cost to make up missed exam |
| Diagnostic Kit – Family Nurse Practitioner |
$350.00 |
Tuning fork, Otoscope, Penlight etc |
| Graduation Fee |
$150.00 |
Graduation Fee |
| Lab Coat – Family Nurse Practitioner & Nursing Education |
$120.00 |
To purchase Lab Coat |
| Lab fee (per semester where lab course is required) – Family Nurse Practitioner & Nursing Education |
$150.00 |
Lab fee (per semester where lab course is required) |
| Practice Board Exam – Family Nurse Practitioner |
$150.00 |
Practice Board exam |
| Review Courses – Family Nurse Practitioner |
$630.00 |
Review Courses |
| Scrubs School Specific with School Logo – Family Nurse Practitioner |
$120.00 |
2 sets of uniforms |
| School Badge ID |
$50.00 |
Student ID |
| School Badge ID Replacement Fee |
$25.00 |
Replacement of lost student ID |
| Student Services, Technology and Media fee (Per Semester) |
$500.00 |
Cost for use of web-based resources, Online Library, periodicals ECT |
Diploma Fee
Each student is entitled to have one official diploma sent to them upon graduation. Students may request duplicate diplomas for a fee of $75 each. Students who are current on their payment plan will have the diploma released.
The student cost for these digital textbooks is charged to the student’s account. This automatic process is the only way to obtain digital textbooks through Shenandoah Medical University Students who opt out are still responsible for purchasing their textbook copies as a requirement for completing Shenandoah Medical University courses. The opt-out selection does not mean students do not have to purchase textbooks – only that they do not want to use Shenandoah Medical University’s automatic system for digital textbook purchases.
Students may request to modify their book selection payment option at any time for a future payment period by contacting the Student Accounting Department.
Refund Policy
If a student wishes to cancel his or her enrollment either prior to or after classes have begun, they must notify the institution by student electronic mail. The cancellation shall be effective on the date the notice is postmarked or on the last date of attendance by the student.
- Cancellation can be made by student electronic mail or last date of attendance by the student or date of written notice received.
- All monies will be refunded if the school does not accept the applicant or if the student cancels within five (5) business days after signing the enrollment agreement and making initial payment.
- Cancellation after the fifth (5th) Business Day, but before the first class, results in a refund of all monies paid, except for the application fee (not to exceed $100.00).
- The drop/add period is the first week of classes. There will be a refund of all tuition and fees except application fee if the student withdraws on or during the drop/add week. There will be no refund after the drop/add week. T
- Termination Date: In calculating the refund due to a student, the last date of actual attendance by the student is used in the calculation.
- Refunds will be made within 30 days of termination of student enrollment or receipt of Cancellation Notice from student.
Student’s Right to Cancel
Students in Shenandoah Medical University online programs who drop any course(s) before the start date of the academic term will receive a one hundred (100) percent refund of the total cost of tuition for the academic term. Students must contact their Academic Counselor to withdraw from school officially. A student will be determined to be withdrawn from the institution if they violate the University’s published attendance policy in all their classes. The withdrawal date is the last date of attendance as determined by the school from its attendance records.
Financial Assistance
Currently, Shenandoah Medical University does not participate in Title IV programs or offer financial aid. Payment in full is expected on or before the first day of class. Students have the following payment options:
- Private Loans: Offered through private lenders for those who qualify, often based on the student’s credit score. Students are responsible for obtaining all necessary information regarding eligibility and financial responsibility directly from the lender. SMU is not affiliated with any private lender and does not offer in-house loans.
- Installment Agreement Plans: SMU allows students to pay for their education through installment agreements set up with the university. These plans are based on the student’s ability to make monthly or quarterly payments over the length of the program. Students must contact SMU’s Financial Service department upon enrollment to arrange their payment plan.
- Employer Reimbursement Programs: Some employers offer tuition reimbursement to qualifying employees. Students must check with their employers for eligibility criteria. SMU requires students to pay tuition upfront and seek reimbursement based on the employer’s established policies.
- Tuition Program Discounts: SMU plans to offer a 20% discount to eligible alumni and community partners. The Community Partners list is pending final approval.
Students should carefully consider the financial implications of dropping courses, incomplete course completion, or taking a leave of absence, as these situations may directly impact payment obligations and financial aid eligibility.
