Registration and Fees

Students may register for a course up to 45 days from the time the fall and winter semesters begin (30 days for spring and summer). In addition to tuition and fees, there is a $20 program fee, which covers the cost of postage and any video-taped lectures. Charges are applied through the Student Business Services office, as for other EMU courses.

Once the registration form has been processed and materials received, students have seven days to examine course requirements and request a 100 percent refund. Students who withdraw after seven days but within 45 days of registration will receive a refund equal to 25 percent of the tuition and fees. No student may withdraw after 45 days. Students are expected to complete all course work and examinations within six months.

Students receiving financial aid should consult with the Financial Aid office prior to registering for an Independent Learning course. Financial aid recipients should strive to complete the course within the initial 6-month enrollment period so as to continue to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.

Students unable to complete their work during the initial enrollment period may request one six-month extension. In order to be eligible for an extension, students should have completed at least one-third of the assignments for a course (counting exams as assignments) and have a "C" average or better. Students can submit an extension request via e-mail, fax or USPS to the Distance Education office.

Student that have not completed one-third of the assignments in their course with a "C" average or better still may be eligible for an extension. Please contact the Distance Education office prior to submitting an extension request form.

Please note, all extensions are at the discretion of IL instructors and follow established University policies.

Download an Independent Learning registration form.