| If you register for Fall 2026 courses during these dates: | Your Fall 2026 bill and schedule will be emailed: | Fall 2026 Tuition due date (pay by My Shepherd): |
| April 6 – August 14, 2026 | June 19, 2026, and weekly thru August 14, 2026 | August 14, 2026 |
| August 15-28, 2026 | You will NOT receive a bill – check charges on My Shepherd | Immediately – pay on My Shepherd |
PAYMENT COMPLETES THE REGISTRATION PROCESS AND ASSURES THAT YOUR CLASSES WILL NOT BE DROPPED. YOUR TUITION AND FEES WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ASSESSED ON YOUR MY SHEPHERD ACCOUNT AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION. PLEASE LOG IN TO YOUR MY SHEPHERD ACCOUNT TO VIEW YOUR CHARGES AND MAKE A PAYMENT.
REFUND POLICY
Students who completely withdraw from all courses in accordance with university procedures may receive a refund of tuition and fees in accordance with the refund schedule. The refund calculation is based on the amount paid toward tuition and fees. Refunds are determined from the first day of the school term. The official withdrawal date is certified by the Registrar. Refund checks are issued through the State Treasury, and receipt of a refund may take up to six weeks, depending on the date of withdrawal. THERE IS NO REFUND ON PARTIAL WITHDRAWALS.
REFUND SCHEDULE, FALL SEMESTER 2026
| August 24- August 28, 2026 | 100% |
| August 29 – September 1, 2026 | 90% |
| September 2 – September 17, 2026 | 75% |
| September 18 – October 15, 2026 | 50% |
| October 16, 2026, or later | No Refund |
COURSE FEES AND OTHER EXPENSES (Subject to Change)
See catalog.shepherd.edu, Expenses and Financial Assistance section for a complete list of tuition rates and special fees.