Hayward University is a tuition-free, non-profit institution, and students are not charged for their educational instruction, course materials or annual enrollment. It is dedicated to opening access to higher education worldwide and strives to see that no qualified student is denied the opportunity to study at Hayward University for financial reasons.
As a non-profit academic institution, Hayward University works hard to control expenses and has succeeded in reducing much of the cost of a higher education. In order to remain sustainable, it does charge small application, transfer credit, and Assessment Fees, and reserves the right to change the cost of the Application Fee, the transfer credit Evaluation Fee, or the Assessment Fee, at its discretion. All fees remain the responsibility of the student. The University accepts no responsibility for credit card, bank, money transfer, check or other fees or charges incurred by the student in paying his or her fees to the University.
Applicants to the University are required to pay a non-refundable Application Fee of $50. The Application Fee is subject to change and will apply to applications that are in process. The Application Fee must be submitted by the applicant along with his or her application for study at graduate level at Hayward University.
The Application Fee does not include any additional fees that may be required for third party evaluation.
Individuals who apply for readmission and/or academic renewal must pay the Application Fee in effect at the time they reapply to the University.Applicants unable to pay the Application Fee may contact the Financial Aid Office to explain why they cannot pay the Application Fee. Hayward University may request clarification and 'proof of circumstance' regarding the inability to pay this fee. Proof of circumstance may include:
A signed declaration testifying to the applicant’s inability to pay the requested fee. Standardized form signed by the applicantFinancial statementsOther documentation required by Hayward UniversityIn certain circumstances, Hayward University may be able to award an applicant a grant to help reduce their Application Fee. Applicants eligible for a scholarship upon admittance may be awarded a University Grant to waive the Application Fee. The availability and award of University Grants shall be determined by Hayward University.
The $50 Evaluation Fee is assessed on every course that Hayward University accepts for transfer credit.
The Evaluation Fee must be paid before a course will be recorded on a Hayward University transcript as having been accepted as meeting a Hayward University degree requirement. For currently-enrolled degree Seeking Students, the transfer credit becomes official upon payment of the fee, at which time it is immediately transcripted. For applicants and non-degree students, transfer credit does not become official nor is it transcripted until the individual has paid the fee and has completed at least one graded course as a Degree Seeking Student.
Assessment Fees apply to all students studying at the University.Graduate degree-seeking students are required to pay a assessment Fee of $50 per course at the University.
Total estimated fees for a degree program taken entirely at Hayward University are listed below. Fees may be less if a Degree Seeking Student has had transfer credit officially recorded on his or her transcript.The University reserves the right to charge optional or special fees, upon reasonable notice to students, in future terms. There are no optional or special fees for student at the graduate level at present.
| Program | Free Tution | Application Fee | Assessment Fee (per course) | Number of Courses | Transcripts processing fee | Total Estimated Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree | ($16000) Savings | $50 | $50 | 8 | $50 | $500 |
These estimated fees are based on the successful completion of all courses for a graduate degree at Hayward University and do not include:
Fees incurred for repeating courses: students who are required to repeat courses will incur an additional assessment Fee for each course taken.
Any additional fees that may be required for third party evaluation.
Please note that Hayward University does not charge for attendance and as such, there are no charges incurred for a period of attendance.
The University reserves the right to change the cost of the Application Fee, the transfer credit Evaluation Fee, and the Assessment Fee. The amount of the Assessment Fee will be reviewed annually, and any change to the fee amount will be effective as of September 1. Students will be notified of the change to the Assessment Fees no later than June 1st.
Payments methods for any of the fees include online payment avenues, such as a PayPal account or as a guest for payments via credit card, and offline payments such as Western Union, Money Gram, Western Union Global Pay, or cashier’s check. All questions regarding payment options should be directed to payments@Hayward.university
Students pay for their Assessment Fees when the drop/withdrawal period is over. All outstanding balances for Assessment Fees must be paid by the end of the final exam period. If the Assessment Fee has not been paid by the end of the University’s final examination period, a financial hold will be placed on the student’s file. When this occurs, course registrations for the upcoming term will be cancelled and the student will not be permitted to register for or to continue taking courses until all outstanding payments have been made and the hold is removed. If all outstanding balances for Assessment Fees are paid before the end of late registration, students may be able to register themselves for courses during late registration and continue with their studies. Students who paid but did not register themselves to courses will remain on hold until the next term.
Students may be on a financial hold for up to three terms; by the start of the fourth term if any outstanding payment is still due, the student will be administratively withdrawn from Hayward University. A student may request re-enrollment or reinstatement to the University, or apply for academic renewal, but only after any overdue payments are made in full. Students are encouraged to plan, anticipate, and budget for all Assessment Fee payments to avoid interruption of their academic schedule. Students unable to pay the Assessment Fees may be required to put their studies on hold while they secure additional funding. If the student needs to put his or her studies on hold while securing additional funding beyond whatever Hayward University's financial aid they may have been awarded, the student should apply for a Leave of Absence (LOA) from the University.
Students may review outstanding balances and payments due to the University. All clarifications, questions, and requests for assistance regarding how to make payments should be directed to the Payments Office at payments@Hayward.university
A student has five (5) calendar days after signing the enrollment agreement to cancel and/or withdraw to receive a full refund of all payments paid to the institution. student who withdraws prior to the first day of class is entitled to a full refund of fees, minus the non-refundable application fee of $50. After the start of class, refunds will be calculated on a class-by-class basis using the time-based refund policy below. Hayward University will refund 100% of the assessment fee for any classes never started.
Refund Schedule: When a student cancels their enrollment, the institution will retain a one-time application fee of $50, plus a percentage of fee paid by the student in accordance with the following refund schedule:
| Week one | 80% |
|---|---|
| Week two | 60% |
| Week three | 40% |
| Week four | 20% |
| Week five | 0% |
Refunds will be made within 30 days of the students written request.
Hayward University scholarships are diverse and dynamic originating from various sources, and donors across the globe. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come-first-served basis, so be sure to check back here regularly for updated information! Thanks to the generosity of donors, scholarships are made available in select cases to help students in need to cover the full or partial fee. Students can apply each term for scholarships. Route all applications for Scholarships to Scholarships@Hayward.university
When it comes to paying fee, Our partnering private lender are more than happy to provide competitive Private loans, also known as alternative loans. Hayward University offer preferred lender lists that recommend lenders to students, but it is best to supplement school advice with personal research. Many student lenders are available, and they offer varying interest rates, borrower benefits and repayment guidelines. Schools are required to process loans from the student’s lender of choice without unreasonable delay, regardless of whether the lender appears on the school preferred lender list. Route all applications for financial Aid to financialaid@Hayward.university
The University reserves the right to deny admission to a student who is awarded an application fee University Grant on the basis of false statements, misrepresentations or other fraudulent actions, or who encourages or induces another applicant or student to make false statements, misrepresentations or fraudulent declarations regarding his or her level of financial need with the purpose of attaining a University Grant, regardless of whether the University Grant is awarded. It also reserves the right to revoke and applicant’s admission, suspend a student from studies, or take additional steps as deemed appropriate in instances where the individual has been awarded a scholarship on the basis of misleading or fraudulent information.
Students who obtain a loan from individuals or organizations outside of the Hayward University to help pay for Hayward University fees are solely responsible for repaying the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund. Where refunds are provided, students receiving federal student financial aid funds are entitled to a refund of the money not paid from federal student financial aid program funds. Note that Hayward University does not participate in any Federal Loan Programs.
When it comes to paying fee, Our partnering private lender are more than happy to provide competitive Private loans, also known as alternative loans. Hayward University offer preferred lender lists that recommend lenders to students, but it is best to supplement school advice with personal research. Many student lenders are available, and they offer varying interest rates, borrower benefits and repayment guidelines. Schools are required to process loans from the student’s lender of choice without unreasonable delay, regardless of whether the lender appears on the school preferred lender list. Route all applications for financial Aid to financialaid@Hayward.university
When it comes to paying fee, Our partnering private lender are more than happy to provide competitive Private loans, also known as alternative loans. Hayward University offer preferred lender lists that recommend lenders to students, but it is best to supplement school advice with personal research. Many student lenders are available, and they offer varying interest rates, borrower benefits and repayment guidelines. Schools are required to process loans from the student’s lender of choice without unreasonable delay, regardless of whether the lender appears on the school preferred lender list. Route all applications for financial Aid to financialaid@Hayward.university
