Tuition

Undergraduate Programs (Associate's Degree)

• Cost Per Credit Hour          =                $499.00
  Total Credits for Degree     =                         60
  Total Tuition for Degree      =           $29,940.00

Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor's Degree)

• Cost Per Credit Hour          =                $499.00
  Total Credits for Degree     =                       120
  Total Tuition for Degree      =           $59,880.00

Graduate Programs

• Cost Per Credit Hour          =                $550.00
  Total Credits for Degree     =                        30
  Total Tuition for Degree      =           $16,500.00

Special Discounted Tuition Rate:

•  Military / First Responders        = $250.00 / Credit
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MANDATORY FEES (PER SEMESTER): These fees provide access to activities and services, and are assessed to all students. These fees cannot be waived or discounted. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the benefits these fees provide. 

​New Student Admission Fees (Non-Refundable)

• Application Fee:  (one-time fee)               $25.00​
• Reservation Fee:  (one-time fee)               $200.00
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Program Fees (Per Semester Fees)​

• ​Student Services – $25 per course

​Funds expended for activities whose primary purpose is to contribute to student's emotional and physical well-being and to their intellectual, cultural, and social development outside the context of formal instruction. Examples include Career and Academic Planning, Disability Services, Counseling Center, and the Registrar.

• Institutional Support – $25 per course

​Funds expended for support for the day-to-day operations of the university. Examples include fiscal operations, general administrative services, logistical services, and public relations and development.

• Instruction & Academic Support – $25 per course

​[Instruction] Funds expended for activities that are part of the institution’s instructional program. Examples include the academic Colleges.
[Academic Support] Funds expended for activities carried out primarily to provide support services that are an integral part of the operations of one of the institution's three primary programs: instruction, research, and public service. Libraries and Education Technologies as an example.

• Student Activity – $25 per course

​Non-academic programs, departments and services that offer a variety of extra-curricular student activities and learning opportunities (Intercollegiate Athletics, Intramurals, Clubs, and Student Organizations).
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Miscellaneous Fees (As Needed Fees)

Graduation Fee:                                          $150.00​
Exam Proctor Fee:                                        $30.00
Replacement ID Fee:                                   $10.00

All JMU degree programs are $499.00 per credit hour. Program Level - Minimum Credit Hours Required - Number of Semesters (Length) - Total Program Tuition

Upon successful completion of all requirements, courses, and the payment of all required tuition and fees, I will receive the above credential.

Tuition for the program is shown. There is no carrying, interest, or service charges connected to any of these programs. Contracts are not sold to a third party at any time. A one- time non-refundable Application Fee must be paid at the time the Enrollment Agreement is signed.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: a) Completion of program requirements as stated in the catalog, b) Minimum overall G.P.A. of 2.0 for
undergraduate students and minimum overall G.P.A. of 3.0 for graduate students, c) Full payment of all fees and charges, d) John Melvin University offer placement assistance but cannot guarantee employment upon graduation; e) The University cannot guarantee transferability of credits. Students wishing to transfer credits to another school should inquire with the receiving institution to determine the transferability of credits.

Refund Policy

Refunds

John Melvin University’s Institutional Refund Policy has been established in accordance with current state and federal regulations and applicable accrediting standards. A refund to the student or fund source may result from the application of John Melvin University’s Institutional Refund Policy.

​Refunds Due to Cancellations

Students who are not accepted by the University or cancel enrollment within five (5) business days of John Melvin University’s receipt of a signed enrollment agreement are entitled to a 100% refund of tuition and fees (0% tuition and fees charged).

​Students who have not visited John Melvin University prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to cancel all courses without penalty (0% of tuition and fees charged) within three (3) business days following either the regularly scheduled orientation or following a tour of the school. Under any other circumstances, the $50 registration fee is retained by John Melvin University.

​Refunds Due to Withdrawal

• students who withdraw prior to the first day of classes are entitled to a full refund of tuition and fees.
• administrative fees retained by the institution upon the early withdrawal of a student is 15 percent of the total cost of tuition and fees paid by the student; 
• students withdrawing during the first 10 days of classes shall receive a minimum refund of 75 percent of total tuition and fees paid, excluding any nonrefundable application fees, less the maximally allowable administrative fees retained by the institution (15% administrative fees);
• students withdrawing from day 11 through day 24 of classes shall receive a minimum refund of 50 percent of total tuition and fees paid, excluding any nonrefundable application fees, less the maximally allowable administrative fees retained by the institution (15% administrative fees);
• students withdrawing from day 25 through the end of the quarter, semester, or similar time period may be ineligible to receive a refund;

Students must submit an official withdrawal form to the admissions department. Refunds will be made within forty-five (45) days of the date that John Melvin University determines that the student has officially withdrawn. Refund checks will be mailed to the student’s address on file. In the event of a student’s prolonged illness, accident, death in the family, or other circumstances that make completion of the semester impossible or impractical, the school will attempt to make a fair and reasonable settlement. John Melvin University reserves the right to modify these policies in order to remain in compliance with any changes in the applicable laws and regulations.

The John Melvin University Athletic Department has enhanced its drug testing program. The goal of this program is to deter student athletes from drug use and abuse. The JM University Athletic Department takes great pride in providing a healthy and safe environment for student athletes; and therefore the use of illegal drugs, misuse of prescription drugs, and the underage consumption of alcohol is not condoned by the John Melvin University Athletic Department. The use of illegal or performance enhancing drugs and alcohol abuse not only pose a risk to the health, safety, and overall well-being of the student athlete, they also decrease the integrity of intercollegiate athletics. The drug testing program may include (but is not limited to) testing for any substance banned by the NCAA, alcohol, and tobacco products (smoking and chewing) at the cost of the student. The JM University Athletic Department can amend the drug testing policy and program at any time.

John Melvin University  student athletes are subject to both announced and unannounced drug tests throughout the academic year and athletic season. These tests can be either random or based on reasonable suspicion. Examples of reasonable suspicion are defined as (but not limited to): 

• Previous arrest or conviction for the use of an illegal substance. 

• Previous positive drug test. 

• Witnessing of an athlete seen carrying or using a substance on the banned list. 

• Changes in appearance, behavior, or conduct that may be signs of drug use.

Any student athlete who is listed on the official team roster or is participating in athletic related activities with the team may be tested. This includes student athletes who are academically ineligible, who are not receiving athletic related aid, who are injured, student assistants/managers, and through the end of the academic school year for seniors that have completed their season. 

All student athletes competing in championship or post-season events may be screened before or after participation in the event. 

Student athletes chosen for drug testing will be notified no earlier than 24 hours prior to the scheduled test date. Notification of a drug test will include the date, time, and location of the test; and will be provided by direct telephone communication or direct in-person meeting. Notification will be provided by a member of the athletic training staff or coaching staff. 

The drug test will be considered a positive test if the student athlete performs any of the following actions: 

• Avoids being notified of testing date/time.

 • Does not show up for the drug test. 

• Admits to recent drug use. 

• Does not provide a valid sample. 

• Attempts to manipulate the results of the drug test. 

• Is charged or found in possession of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia. 

• Leaves more than 3 samples that are too diluted to test. 

• Tests positive for a prescription drug that the athlete has not been prescribed. *

Orientation:

Congratulations on starting and/or continuing your college career with John Melvin University!

We are excited to have you and cannot wait to begin this semester!

  
Please click on the following links to watch a short video that we feel will help you better prepare to be successful for this upcoming school year. After watching the videos, please complete the signature portion below.

A+ Student Mentality

Time Management for College Students

How I Stopped Procrastinating in College

How to Write the BEST Email to Your Professor

Successful Students Do Not Stop

 

Study Hall and Chapel Policy

It is mandatory for all JMU student-athletes to attend Study hall for a minimum of 2 hours and Chapel for 1 hour per week at scheduled times. Refer to the schedule at the bottom of the policy.  Chapel has been moved to lunchtime to help with students who need employment.

Additional blocks of Study Hall are mandatory for students that are not meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy for the University.

Students are required to sign-in upon arrival to have a record of attendance to study hall. Student IDs should be presented to the Study Hall monitor if the student is unknown to monitor. Any student caught signing in for another student will be suspended for one game and one week of practice. 

Failure to attend Study Hall or Chapel will result in the following consequences:
One unexcused absence - 1 day suspension from practice.
Two unexcused absences - 1 week suspension from all practice activities and 1 game suspension.
Three unexcused absences - removal from the athletic team.

Technology Agreement

Technology Requirements for Online & Distance Learning Classes 
Basic Technology Requirements

If you are taking online, virtual, or hybrid courses at JM University, you MUST have access to appropriate technology to access course materials.  It is strongly recommended that you have access to a personal computer when you register for a distance education course. Students may use computers in the open computer labs, but that access will be limited since computer availability is on a first-come basis during normal operating hours.  Therefore, it is not recommended that you rely solely on access through the lab. Additionally, some students plan to use computers at their worksite, but you should be aware that some classes may require the download of additional software that may not be allowed by your employer.

You will need to have access to the following software/hardware:

Computer (Mobile devices are not recommended. Mobile applications are available for Moodle, but many features are not available with a mobile device. Testing in an online class is not available with all mobile devices.)
Working microphone and webcam (can be combined or included with computer hardware such as in a laptop)
Speakers or headphones
High-Speed Internet Connection
Technology requirements for individual courses may vary and your course may require more hardware or software.  See the course syllabus or contact the instructor for additional technology requirements.

 

Note that in addition to these technology requirements, online students must also possess certain Technical Skills to be successful in an online class.

Students who enroll in an online course are responsible for having enough computer skills (and access to technology) to accomplish the tasks that will be expected of them.  Online instructors are not responsible for teaching these skills within the course.  If you do not possess the following skills, you may want to take a computer class to increase your computer knowledge before you attempt an online class.  

Here are some key skills required:

Knowledge of computer terminology, such as browser, operating system, application, software, files, documents, icon, etc.
Understanding of basic computer hardware and software with the ability to perform computer operations, such as:

Using keyboard and mouse
Managing files and folders: save, name, copy, move, backup, rename, delete, check properties
Software installation, security, and virus protection
Using software applications, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, email 
Knowledge of copying and pasting, spell-checking, saving files in different formats
Uploading and downloading attachments
Internet skills (connecting, accessing sites, using browsers) 
Ability to use online communication tools, such as email (create, send, receive, reply, print, send/receive attachments), discussion boards (read, search, post, reply, follow threads), chats, and messengers
Perform online research using various search engines and library databases
Create online accounts
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Computer Hardware and Software Requirements 

Since John Melvin University uses a Learning Management System (LMS) called Moodle to deliver online courses, it is important that your computer meet the basic specifications needed to access Moodle.  There may be requirements in some courses that may require additional technologies. 

Computer Specifications

For best performance, you should access Moodle with a computer that supports the most recent browser versions. It is recommended to use a computer five years old or newer with at least 1GB of RAM.

Operating System

Moodle only requires an operating system that can run the latest compatible web browsers. Your computer operating system should be kept up to date with the latest recommended security updates and upgrades.

Mobile Devices

The Moodle interface was optimized for desktop displays, so using small form factors such as phones or tablets may not be a pleasant experience in using Moodle. For the best user experience on a mobile device, please download the Moodle mobile application. The Moodle mobile applications require Android 6.0 or later and iOS 13.0 or later.

Other technology required in your course may not work at all on a mobile device (phone or tablet).  

Internet Connection Speed

A high-speed internet connection with speeds of 1.5 mbps or higher is recommended for online courses to ensure that you can access all of the course materials and resources, particularly large file sizes as with streaming video. However, technologies used in individual courses vary.  See the course syllabus or contact your instructor for additional technology requirements.

Why does Internet speed matter?

Many online courses use videos. Viewing is only possible if a certain amount of data is transferred to your computer in a timely manner. The speed that the data can be sent to you is called your "Internet speed".  **
Approximate speeds of the common types of Internet Service Providers:

Dial-up internet* - 56 bps (from phone company)
DSL internet - 768 kbps+ (from phone company)
Cable internet - 1,000-10,000+ kbps (from cable company)
*Dial-up connections cannot load the data fast enough which causes video to pause to let more data arrive. DSL and Cable connections are more than adequate to watch most online videos.

How can I determine my current Internet speed?

Visit www.bandwidthplace.com.
**Note: Wifi connections are available in most areas on campus.  You should be aware that during testing, you will be required to be located in a private area so make arrangements before your test.  

 

Web Browser Requirements for Moodle                                                                 

For best performance, Moodle should be used on the current or first

previous major release of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. Because it's built using web standards, Moodle runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other device with a modern web browser.  You should always use the most current version of your preferred browser. Your browser will notify you if there is a new version available.  If you experience problems with a particular browser or Moodle behaves in an unusual way, try a different browser.  If you find that another tool or website you are trying to access for your class is not working, try a different browser before contacting support.

 

Other Required Components

Adobe Reader: Adobe Reader software is the free global standard for viewing and printing PDF documents. It's the only PDF file viewer that can open and interact with all types of PDF content. Get the Free Reader Download.
Zoom. Many virtual classes (online classes with scheduled meetings) require the use of Zoom.  In  most cases, you will access your Zoom meeting through a link provided by your instructor or the instructor may instruct you to use the Zoom link in your Moodle course.  The student may be required to enable or install a browser extension before accessing Zoom on the computer for the first time.
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Academic Integrity

Cheating and plagiarism are serious offenses against the University’s Academic Integrity Policy and are consequently strictly prohibited. All students must familiarize themselves with the University policy on academic integrity. Regardless of the medium in which they are submitted, the University expects that all assignments, research projects, lab reports, papers, theses, dissertations, examinations, and any other work submitted for academic credit will be the result of the student’s own intellectual efforts. Similarly, work submitted for a course or for any other academic purpose is expected to have been generated specifically for that course and that course only. For collaborative work, the cohort’s or group’s efforts are expected.

Plagiarism can take several forms: generally, it is the practice of taking someone else’s work or ideas and passing them off as one’s own. This use may be either intentional or unintentional. NOTE: It is incumbent upon the student to be able to properly cite the private intellectual property utilized as research sources in their papers. Consequently, unintentional plagiarism is still plagiarism. Students should be aware that all professors have access to anti-plagiarism software. Therefore, students should discuss any potential plagiarism issues with their instructors before submitting their work.

Cheating and Plagiarism may also manifest itself as:

- failing to cite an author for whose ideas have been incorporated into a student’s paper;

- cutting and pasting different internet web site or database text in a paper or using a purchased paper;

- facilitating another student to use your work;

- copying another’s work with or without their knowledge;

- using a hand-held device such as a calculator to store notes, formulae, etc. when an instructor does not allow such aid on an exam;

- using notes and/or other aids that are prohibited on an exam;

- submitting the same work to different classes (AKA self-plagiarism);

- and gaining an unfair advantage by any other method.

Cheating and plagiarism are unfair to all students. They reward those who put forth less than a full effort and penalize those who use only traditional means of preparing for and taking an exam or writing a paper. They do not provide the grader with an accurate representation of the student’s knowledge or ability to complete the assignment.

The procedure for dealing with academic misconduct and dishonesty is as follows:

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First Offense: The instructor will notify the student's program advisor and an investigation will be conducted. The Dean of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management will input the incident into the student file for tracking purposes. The student is given a warning and will undergo training in the different forms of plagiarism and how to avoid it and/or cheating. Students will also sign an Academic Violation Form while undergoing their training and be counseled on what the next consequence will be if the student violates the Academic Integrity expectations again. After receiving training, the student will be allowed to resubmit the assignment within 7 days to receive credit. A copy of the new assignment will be sent to the University President, Academic Advisor and Dean of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. 

Second Offense: The student will be assigned a grade of "0" for the test or assignment. The instructor will notify the student's program advisor and an investigation will be conducted. The Dean of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management will input the incident into the student file for tracking purposes.

Third Offense: The student is given a grade of "F" for the course in which the offense occurs. The instructor will notify the student's program advisor. The Dean of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management will input the incident into the student file for tracking purposes. 

Fourth Offense: The student is given a grade of "F" for the course in which the offense occurs and faces suspension. The instructor will notify the student's program advisor. The Dean of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management will notify the student of suspension from the University for at least one term. The Dean of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management will input the incident into the student file for tracking purposes. 

Each offense that the student receives is cumulative in all courses schoolwide throughout their enrollment period at John Melvin University. 

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Statement of Faith

We are non-Denominational…

We are not opposed to denominations but have chosen to work non-denominationally so that through the love of God we can serve the entire body of Christ. We believe that the only true basis of Christian Fellowship is His Love, which is greater than any differences we may have. (I Corinthians 12-13)

We believe in One God…

We believe in God the Father, Creator of heaven and earth, perfect in holiness, infinite in wisdom and measureless in power. We rejoice that He concerns Himself mercifully in the affairs of men, that He hears and answers prayer, and that He saves from sin and death all who come to Him through Jesus Christ (Matthew 5:48; Genesis 1:1; Hebrews 11:3; Nehemiah 9:6; Hebrews 1:2-3; Psalm 103:19; Ephesians 1:11;  1 Kings 8:27; Psalm 90:2).

We believe Jesus is the Son of God…

We believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only begotten Son, conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, sinless in His life, who made atonement for the sin of the world by His shed blood and death on the cross. We believe in His bodily resurrection, His ascension into heaven, and His high priestly intercession for His people. We believe in His personal, visible, and triumphant return to the world according to His promise. (Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 1:18-25; John 1:14; Hebrews 10:9; John 1:29; I John 2:1-2; John 14:3; I Thessalonians 4:15-17; Acts 1:11).

We believe the Bible to be the only inspired, trustworthy and true, without error, Word of God. …

We believe in the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments fully inspired by God, inerrant in the original writings, and that they are the supreme and final authority in faith and life (II Timothy 3:16-17; II Peter 1:19-21; Acts 17:11; Isaiah 8:20).

We believe in Salvation…

We believe that “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). We believe that all who receive, by faith, Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord are born again of the Holy Spirit and, therefore, become children of God. We believe that justification means that a person is declared righteous in the sight of God by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone (John 1:12; Romans 3:21-26; Ephesians 1:13, 2:8-10).

Do not sign this Application/Enrollment Agreement before you read it or if it contains any blank spaces. You are entitled to an exact copy of this signed document. Keep it to protect your legal rights. By signing and dating on the line below, I hereby agree to all of the above stated information contained in the John Melvin University's Enrollment Agreement. 

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