Paying for Classes
There are lots of ways to pay for college at Unity! Here, we’ll walk you through paying “out of pocket,” which means covering your tuition and fees without using financial aid or military benefits. You (or a family member) would pay Unity directly, either all at once or through a payment plan.
- Baccalaureate Programs: $470 per credit hour
- Graduate Programs: $550 per credit hour
- Military-affiliated baccalaureate students: $423 per credit hour
- Military-affiliated graduate students: $495 per credit hour
No hidden fees! Over 50% of courses don’t require textbooks, and those that do keep costs under $100.
- Pay in Full: You can pay your tuition up front each term.Best for:
Students who want to keep things simple or avoid ongoing monthly payments.How It Works: Once you’re registered for your course(s), you’ll receive a bill for the full tuition. You or a proxy can pay the entire amount upfront before the term begins.
Steps: Start by visiting the Pay My Bill page in your Student Portal. If you want more details, you can view your statement first. Then, make a secure one-time payment using your bank account or credit/debit card. Once that’s done, you’re all set for the term!
- Payment Plan: Break your tuition into smaller payments over time during the term. Many students use this to make costs more manageable.Best for: Students who want to budget their tuition over time.
How It Works: Break your tuition into smaller, manageable payments spread out during the term. Payment plans are arranged before the start of the term, and they help you avoid paying the full balance upfront.
Steps: To get started, visit the Payment Plans page in your Student Portal and choose the payment schedule that works best for you. Make sure to submit your first payment before the term begins, then continue making payments according to your selected schedule throughout the term.
- Proxy Portal: You can set up a secure account for someone to make payments on your behalf.Best for: Students with employer tuition benefits or other support paying for their courses.
How It Works: Once you’re registered for classes, you’ll get access to your Student Portal. From there, you can fill out a FERPA form to give others access to make a payment on your behalf. They can choose to pay via card or bank account.
- All Of The Above (and More!): Choose a combination of all of the above and combine it with financial aid or other benefits.At Unity, you don’t have to choose between getting financial aid or paying out of pocket for your courses! Many students choose to limit the amount of loans they take out by using financial aid to cover part of their courses and pay for the rest using one of the methods above. You can discuss all of your payment options with your concierge or new student navigator to understand the best plan for you.
- Unity’s tuition is locked through 2030, so you won’t get hit with surprise increases during your program.
- The only fee we have is a $100 graduation fee when you finish your degree.
Additional Funding Options and Payment Resources
- 529 College Savings Account
Have your check mailed to ATTN Bursar 70 Farm View Drive, Suite 200, New Gloucester, ME 04260. Be sure to secure a receipt from your banking institution to share with your New Student Navigator or Advisor in case we don’t receive your check until after the term starts. - Outside Grants or Scholarships
Processing can vary depending on your scholarship source. Communicate with your New Student Navigator or Advisor about how your scholarship will be sent to Unity. We need to know if they will make an electronic payment on your behalf, mail a check, or if Unity Environmental University needs to bill the institution. Be sure you find out if it is a 1 time lump sum, or a recurring scholarship. - Private or Alternative Loans
If you are interested in exploring private loan options, Unity has a tool to help you explore potential options. Check out Fast Choice to compare pros and cons of different lenders.
- Where Can I See My Bill?
Visit the Adjust Aid & View Statements page in your Student Portal. There you can see future and past statements.
- What’s Your Refund Policy?
To receive a 100% refund on a course, you must drop the course before the end of the add/drop period. After midnight of the last day of the add/drop period, you are no longer eligible for a refund. - How Do I Sign Up For Direct Deposit?
On your Student Portal homepage, go to the ‘Finance’s Quick Links’ section. Click ‘Enroll in Direct Deposit’ to reach the portal. Scroll down and click ‘Sign Up for Direct Deposit Refunds.’Enter Your Bank Details: follow the three steps to enter your bank account information. After entering your name and bank account details, click ‘Save’ to complete the setup. Note: The university can only deposit money, not withdraw funds.
