Explanation of Fees

Mandatory fees are assessed for university-related services available to students.

• Student Service Fee - $13.41 per hour
  Student service fees are assessed in proportion to the number of semester credit hours for which a student registers to cover the cost of student services that directly involve or benefit students, including, but not limited to, recreational activities, artist and lecture series, cultural entertainment series, debating and oratorical activities and student government.
• Intercollegiate Athletics Fee - $17.85 per hour
  This fee is assessed in proportion to the number of semester credit hours for which a student registers to cover the cost of UNT athletics programs, capped at 15 hours.
• Distance Education Fee - $35.00 per hour
  A distance education fee of $35 per semester credit hour will be assessed to all distance education courses to support and enhance instructional design, management, delivery, maintenance, coaching and technology. Distance education courses are those in which a majority (more than 50 percent) of instruction occurs when the student(s) and instructor(s) are in separate physical locations, including both fully online and hybrid courses and/or course sections.
• Recreational Facility Fee - $85.78 Fall/Spring
  Prorated in Summer sessions 
  A fixed Recreational Facility fee is collected from each enrolled student for the purpose of constructing and operating the Recreational Facility on campus. The fee applies to all students enrolled in at least one 1-hour course, on the Denton or Frisco campuses, or living in Denton County or the surrounding (Collin, Dallas, Tarrant, Wise, Cooke, and Grayson) counties.
• Environmental Services Fee - $5.00 Fall/Spring Only
  The Environmental Services Fee is used to fund environmental related projects/activities on campus such as energy and water conservation, waste reduction and recycling, sustainable campus dining and student projects. The fee is applied for students enrolled in courses on the Denton and/or Frisco Landing campus. The fee is waived for students taking all online courses or those only attending in-person courses at Discovery Park. This fee is not applied for summer sessions.
• Student Union Fee - $167.00 Fall/Spring
  Prorated in Summer sessions 
  A fixed Student Union fee is collected from each enrolled student for the purpose of operating, maintaining, improving and equipping the Student Union. Activities financed by the student union fee are limited to those in which the entire student body is eligible to participate. The fee applies to all students enrolled in at least one 1-hour course, on the Denton or Frisco campuses, or living in Denton County or the surrounding (Collin, Dallas, Tarrant, Wise, Cooke, and Grayson) counties.
• Medical Services Fee - $66.85 Fall/Spring 
  Prorated in Summer sessions 
  The fixed medical services fee is collected from each enrolled student to operate, maintain, improve, and equip the Student Health and Wellness Center. Learn more about the Medical Services Fee.
• Transportation Fee - $3.50 per hour 
  The transportation fee supports the shuttle bus systems that transports students to, and around, various locations on campus.
• International Education Fee - $4.00 Fall/Spring 
  Prorated in Summer sessions 
  A fixed international education fee is collected from each enrolled student to be used in support of an international education financial aid fund. This fund allows an equal opportunity for all students to participate in student exchange and study abroad programs.
• Learning Support Fee (Undergraduate) - $43.00 per hour
  The Learning Support Fee is collected in proportion to the number of credit hours for which a student registers to defray costs associated with technology, library, academic advising, as well as university printed and electronic communications. The fee also provides critical resources which enable student success as well as enhance research and learning outcomes.
• Learning Support Fee (Graduate) - $36.00 per hour
  The Learning Support Fee is collected in proportion to the number of credit hours for which a student registers to defray costs associated with technology, library, as well as university printed and electronic communications. The fee also provides critical resources which enable student success as well as enhance research and learning outcomes.
• International Student Fee - $115.00 per semester
  A fixed international student fee is charged to all non-immigrant visa students for each term in which they enroll in UNT.
• Master's Advising Fee - $49.50 Fall/Spring/Summer
  Applies to students in the Colleges of Engineering; Health & Public Service; Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism; Education; Information; as well as programs offered by the Toulouse Graduate School (Advanced Data Analytics, Interdisciplinary Studies, graduate non-degree seeking and graduate preparation programs).

Instructional Fees 

Instructional fees vary by course and fall into the following two fee categories. Please note that for billing purposes, these fee categories are grouped together and billed as one instructional fee. 

• Academic Fees - Academic Fees are assessed at the college/school level based on the estimated costs of goods and services related to instruction at the college/school level. Academic fees are charged to cover consumable supplies, syllabi, tests, classroom guest lecturers, salaries and wages of employees who assist in the preparation, distribution, and supply of classroom materials and some equipment purchases related directly to student participation in the classroom.
• Laboratory Fees - Laboratory fees are only applicable to courses which require students to register for a laboratory section. Laboratory fees are collected to cover the cost of materials and supplies used by students in the laboratory. The laboratory fee may not be less than $2 nor more than $30 for any one semester or summer term.

Please see below for a listing of academic fees by College:

Fall 2025 – Spring 2026

*Fees listed are charged per hour

Specific Program Fees

• Advanced Data Analytics
  Students enrolled in Advanced Data Analytics (ADTA) courses are charged a program fee of $17.25 for each ADTA semester credit hour they are enrolled in. The purpose of the fee is to provide enhanced support services and learning experiences within the ADTA program. 
• Audiology & Speech-Language
  Audiology & Speech-Language graduate students are charged a Program Fee. This fee is $100 per semester credit hour. The purpose of this fee is to provide enhanced student support services to Audiology & Speech-Language graduate students.
• G. Brint Ryan College of Business – Master’s Graduate Program Access Fee
  This fee provides funds to support the expenses of master’s programs offered in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business. Expenses may include, but are not limited to, professional development activities, materials, and faculty and administrative support. This fee is charged to graduate students enrolled in a master’s program within the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, including those related to Merchandising, Hospitality, and Tourism (beginning Fall 2026). This fee is a flat $500 per semester.
• College of Education - Educator Preparation Program
  The Texas Education Agency - Educator Preparation Program has implemented a $35 per admitted candidate accountability system for it's technology fee. This fee is collected by the College of Education and paid directly to the state.
• College of Information
  College of Information Ph.D. Learning Technology students are charged a LT Doctoral Program Fee. The fee is $1,500.00 per student. The purpose of the fee is to provide enhanced support services.
• Honors College Program Fee
  Students within the Honors College are charged an Honors Program Fee. The fee is a flat $25.00 per semester. The purpose of the fee is to provide support services to students in the Honors College.
• Sport Entertainment Management
  Students enrolled in the fully online Sport Entertainment Management program are charged a program fee. The fee is $317.66 per semester credit hour. The purpose of the fee is to provide enhanced educational experiences to students in the online Sport Entertainment Management program.

Out-of-State-Teaching Fee (OSTF)

• Non-resident students living outside of Texas while taking UNT courses are charged an Out-of-State Teaching Fee in lieu of tuition and instructional fees. This fee must cover the cost of instruction and is set by each academic department annually. Learn more about the OSTF rates for Fall 2022 - Summer 2023. Learn more about the OSTF rates for Fall 2023 - Summer 2024.

Coursera BAAS Program

• Students enrolled in the Coursera BAAS program will be charged $330 per semester credit hour:
  • $50 per semester credit hour - Statutory Tuition - Coursera
  • $280 per semester credit hour - Board Designated Tuition - Coursera

Other Fees

• Admission Application Fee 
  A $75.00 non-refundable application fee for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Property Damage Deposit
  All students, except those enrolled in only off-campus courses or covered by other specific waivers, must pay a $10.00 General Property Deposit at the time of first registering at the university. The deposit may be forfeited to cover any outstanding financial obligation at the university. The fee will otherwise be refunded to the student upon withdrawal or graduation from the university. If the deposit has not been refunded to the student within 4 years of the last enrollment, it will be forfeited as specified by state law.
• Late Registration Fee 
  A flat fee of $75.00 will be charged to students registering at any time during the designated late registration period.
• Credit & Debit Processing Service Fee
  2.79% service fee assessed on all payments made by credit and debit card. There is no service fee for paying by eCheck.
• Credit by Exam Fee 
  UNT awards undergraduate college credit on the basis of local and national examinations, subject to general limitations. Examinations are offered by several UNT departments. A $53.00 fee is collected from those students who take credit by examination at UNT.
• University Center at Dallas Fee 
  Students enrolling for upper-division undergraduate courses or graduate courses offered by the partner universities of the university Center at Dallas, may enroll at their home institution for courses offered by the other UCD universities. UCD is located in downtown Dallas. A $15.00 per hour fee is collected from students who are enrolled at UCD.
• Collin Higher Education Center Fee
  Through Collin College, UNT offers one bachelor's degree, 2 master's degrees and 2 doctoral degrees at the Collin Higher Education Center. A $30.00 per hour fee is collected for students enrolled in UNT classes there.
• International Student Health Insurance
  Health insurance is required for international students and will be assessed automatically at the time of registration for classes. For further information, please contact the UNT Student Health and Wellness Center.
• School of Journalism Field Trip Fee The School of Journalism faculty led field trip fee of $1,345.29 is assessed to students who participate in a trip to New York to study the city's advertising industry. The fee covers lodging and limited group meals (Effective Fall 2018).
• Parking Fees
• Housing & Dining Fees
• Center for Young Children
• Proficiency Exam Fees
  Student Use of English: $15.00
  Foreign Language Exam (Graduate): $15.00
• GED Exam (Cash Only)
  $46.00 
• Placement Service Fee (for 6 months/former students)
  $20.00
• Returned Check Service Charge
  $25.00 
• Late Payment Fee
  $25.00 
• Replacement ID Card
  $10.00 
• Online Transcript Fee
  $10.00
• Graduation and Regalia Fees 
  Late Filing Fee: $25.00 
  Teacher Certification: $75.00 
  Archiving Fee: $20
  Degree candidates who are planning to attend the commencement exercise must acquire the appropriate regalia from the UNT Bookstore.