University of Houston System
FY2015 and FY2016 Tuition and Fees
Board of Regents Finance and Administration Committee
February 25, 2014
1. F&A-C Approval is requested to establish FY2015 and
FY2016 4-Year Undergraduate Fixed Tuition
2. F&A-D Approval is requested for changes to the FY2015 and
FY2016 variable-rate undergraduate and graduate tuition
and fees
3. F&A-E Approval is requested for changes to the FY2015 and
FY2016 (FY2016 is UHV only) mandatory student-recommended
fees
4. F&A-F Approval is requested for changes to the FY2015
voluntary and optional fees and charges
Campus Tuition & Fee Process
Campus meetings
Evaluation of
progress card goals
and projection of
enrollment
Campus stakeholders
identify high priority
initiatives and
budget requests
Budget committees,
tuition and fee
advisory committees.
Public Forum
Tuition & Fee
Committee
recommendations to
presidents
Chancellor and
Presidents develop
recommendations
for BOR
Presentations to
general campus
community
Example – University of Houston timeline:
Advisory Committee Meetings
January 17 Principles and Options 
January 29 Implementation Issues 
January 29 SGA/Campus meetings 
January 31 Report and Recommendations 
February 5 Implementation Issues 
BOR Meeting February 25, 26
Implementation Fall 2014
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Section 1 – F&A-C
Establish FY2015 and FY2016 4-Year Fixed Tuition
House Bill 29
Universities shall offer entering undergraduate students a fixed tuition price
plan:
• To begin Fall 2014, may be optional,
• For at least the first 12 consecutive semesters (four academic years),
• Includes undergraduate students who transfer to the institution,
• Subject to restrictions or qualifications adopted by the governing board.
Reasons to Encourage 15 Hours/Semester *
• Taking only 12 credits per term can add a year to a four-year degree.
• Students, parents, and public financial aid programs pay more for more semesters.
• Students lose out on a year or more of employment and income.
• Fewer students can be served with limited capacity—advising, parking, dormitories.
• Dropout rates are higher for students who take fewer credits.
* From Complete College America: How Full-Time are “Full-Time” Students?, October 2013
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4-Year Fixed Tuition Rates
•
This is an optional program
•
The FY2015 rates will apply to the Fall 2014 cohort of first time in college (FTIC)
freshmen plus undergraduate transfer students entering in Fall 2014
•
The FY2016 rates will apply to the Fall 2015 cohort of first time in college (FTIC)
freshmen plus undergraduate transfer students entering in Fall 2015
•
The FY2015 rates are developed under the assumption that variable-rate tuition
will escalate at an inflation rate of 2.2% over the next four years.
•
Non-resident premiums will be charged in addition to the rates below
•
Student Based Fees will be in addition to the amounts below
4-Year Fixed Tuition FY2015 Cohort
FY2015 Cohort (per semester)
Resident Undergraduate
UH
UHCL
UHD
UHV
$ for 15 SCH
$ for 15 SCH
$ for 15 SCH
$ for 15 SCH
$4,750
$3,472
$3,275
$3,283
UH
UHCL
UHD
UHV
4-Year Fixed Tuition FY2016 Cohort
FY2016 Cohort (per semester)
$ Change
% Change
$ Change
% Change
$ Change
% Change
$ Change
% Change
Resident Undergrad vs
FY2015
$105
2.2%
$150
4.3%
$140
4.3%
$119
3.6%
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Section 2 – F&A-D
Approval is requested for changes to the FY2015 and FY2016
Variable-rate undergraduate and graduate tuition and fees
Legislative Funding per Credit Hour
$70.00
$60.00
$54.44 $54.44 $56.65 $56.65
$50.00
$51.25 $51.25
$55.72 $55.72
$59.02 $59.02
$62.19 $62.19
$53.71 $53.71 $54.86 $54.86
$40.00
$30.00
$20.00
$10.00
$0.00
Appropriated Rate
Value in FY2000 Dollars
University of Houston System Operating Budget
18%
5%
8%
21%
19%
4% 3%
10%
64%
1984
State Support
20%
6%
7%
32%
48%
1994
Student Support
35%
2004
Contracts - Research
16%
10%
7%
42%
25%
2014
Grants - Financial Aid
Other Support
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FY2014 Tuition and Fees
30 Credit Hour Academic Year for Undergraduates
15,000
University of Houston
$14,096
12,500
$11,093 $10,784
10,000
$12,500
$10,272 $10,002 $9,928
UH-Clear Lake
$15,000
$13,410
$9,908
$8,915
$11,132
$10,854
$10,000
$10,092
$10,002
$8,659
$6,810
$7,500
7,500
$6,356
$5,000
5,000
$2,500
2,500
$-
-
Source: College Board
$10,000
$8,000
$6,000
$8,659
UH-Downtown
$8,542
Source: College Board
$12,500
$8,376
$10,000
$6,267
$6,118
$6,095
$7,500
$4,000
$5,000
$2,000
$2,500
$0
$0
$11,132
$10,854
UH-Victoria
$10,092
$9,448
$6,905
$6,397
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University of Houston
Student and Faculty Recommended Strategies
to Enhance Student Success:
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2.
3.
4.
Improve student persistence and graduation
Increase faculty
Increase financial aid
Enhance libraries, instructional technology, and
graduate student support
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed
Variable Rate Tuition & Fees
(Excludes Mandatory Student-recommended Fees)
University of Houston - Undergraduate Increases *
Undergrad 15 SCH
Group 1
University FTIC
Education
CLASS - Liberal Arts
Group 2
University Scholars
CLASS - Fine & Performing Arts
Hotel & Restaurant Management
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Pharmacy
Group 3
Architecture
Business
Engineering
Technology
Undergrad Average
FY 2014
Actual
$ Change % Change
FY 2016
FY 2015
$ Change % Change
Proposed
Proposed
$4,380
$120
2.7%
$4,500
$75
1.7%
$4,575
$4,695
$105
2.2%
$4,800
$75
1.6%
$4,875
$5,085
$90
1.8%
$5,175
$150
2.9%
$5,325
$4,677
$105
2.2%
$4,782
$96
2.0%
$4,878
* Based on the following rates per SCH
Group 1
Group 2
Group 3
$292
$313
$339
$300
$320
$345
$305
$325
$355
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed
Variable Rate Tuition & Fees
(Excludes Mandatory Student-recommended Fees)
University of Houston Graduate Increases
Doctoral Programs - No Increase
Masters Programs - 2.2% Increase each year
Exceptions:
Business Masters - FY2015 9.7%, FY2016 2.2%
Engineering Masters - Each Year 3.0%
Law (LLM) Masters - No Increase
Social Work Masters - FY2015 5.3%, FY2016 1.5%
Technology Masters - Each Year 3.5%
Optometry O.D. - No Increase
Pharmacy PharmD - FY2015 9.1%, FY2016 9.0% for Building Pgm
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Fall 2013 Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
Bottom Third of Texas Public Universities (30 Credit Hours)
26 University of Houston-Clear Lake
$6,810
27 The Univ of Texas of the Permian Basin
28 Texas A&M University-San Antonio
$6,776
29 Texas A&M University-Commerce
$6,664
30 Tarleton State University
$6,659
31 Texas A&M University-Central Texas
$6,659
32 Sul Ross State University
$6,600
33 University of Houston-Victoria
$6,397
34 University of Houston-Downtown
$6,267
35 The University of Texas at Brownsville
$6,153
36 The University of Texas-Pan American
$6,134
37 Texas A&M University-Texarkana
$5,998
38 Sul Ross State University Rio Grande Col
$4,446
$6,751
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed Tuition & Fees
UHCL Strategies to Support Student Success:
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Faculty and staff recruitment and retention
Additional faculty for high growth programs
Faculty for new program in Nursing
Support Four Year Initiative/Downward Expansion
- Student Success Center, Math Center, Writing Center
- Centralized Advising Center
- Testing Center
- Library Resources
- Veteran’s Services Office
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed
Variable Rate Tuition & Fees
(Excludes Mandatory Student-recommended Fees)
UH-Clear Lake
FY 2014
FY 2015
FY 2016
$ Change % Change
$ Change % Change
Actual
Proposed
Proposed
Undergrad (15 SCH) $3,158
Graduate (9 SCH)
$3,466
$168
5.3%
$3,326
$165
5.0%
$3,491
$216
6.2%
$3,682
$216
5.9%
$3,898
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed Tuition & Fees
UHD Strategies to Support Student Success
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•
•
•
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Improve student advising
Support enrollment growth
Increase financial aid
Improve teaching and learning
Enhance student support and learning environment
Strengthen online learning
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed
Variable Rate Tuition & Fees
(Excludes Mandatory Student-recommended Fees)
UH-Downtown
FY 2014
FY 2015
FY 2016
$ Change % Change
$ Change % Change
Actual
Proposed
Proposed
Undergrad (15 SCH) $2,981
Graduate (9 SCH)
$2,861
$174
5.8%
$3,155
$162
5.1%
$3,317
$229
8.0%
$3,090
$198
6.4%
$3,288
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed Tuition & Fees
UHV Strategies to Support Student Success :
• New faculty positions to meet demands in general education and student
majors
• Expanded student scholarships
• Support for student life, student success, facilities, and IT operations
• Support for growing off-campus programs in Fort Bend County and The
Woodlands
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FY2015 and FY2016 Proposed
Variable Rate Tuition & Fees
(Excludes Mandatory Student-recommended Fees)
UH-Victoria
FY 2014
FY 2015
FY 2016
$ Change % Change
$ Change % Change
Actual
Proposed
Proposed
Undergrad (15 SCH) $3,007
Graduate (9 SCH)
$2,600
$157
5.2%
$3,164
$147
4.6%
$3,311
$316
12.2%
$2,916
$213
7.3%
$3,129
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FY2015 Non-Resident Premium Tuition
• The following are the premium tuition amounts that non-resident
students pay above the resident tuition rates.
• These rates apply to both 4-year fixed and variable rate tuition.
• The State-mandated amounts are determined annually by THECB.
Non-Resident Tuition Premium
FY2014 (current, per SCH)
State-Mandated Pass-through
Additional for Undergraduates
Additional for Graduates
UH
UHCL
UHD
UHV
$354
---
$354
60
38
$354
---
$354
---
$362
100
100
$362
70
50
$362
---
$362
---
FY2015 (per SCH)
State-Mandated Pass-through
Additional for Undergraduates
Additional for Graduates
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Section 3 – F&A-E
Approval is requested for changes to the FY2015 and FY2016
(FY2016 is UHV only) mandatory student-recommended fees
Current
$ Change
% Change
New
University of Houston
• Student Service Fee FY2015
$240
$10
4.2%
$250
• Campus Recreation Fee FY2015 $84
$8
9.5%
$92
• University Center Fee FY2015
$135
$0
0.0%
$135
• Student Service Fee FY2015
$191
$19
9.9%
$210
• Student Service Fee FY2016
$210
$21
9.9%
$231
UH-Victoria
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University of Houston
Student Service Fee (SSF) Recommendation Process
• UH Student Fees Advisory Committee (SFAC)
Texas Education Code: Section 54.5062
Members: 7 students, 2 faculty, 1 ex-officio
• Accepted requests from UH offices and organizations
October 2013, 33 requests
• Conducted budget hearings for each request
November 2013, 33 hearings over 4 days
• Deliberated and developed recommendations
November 2013, 2 days
• Final report and recommendations to UH administration
November 18, 2013
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University of Houston
Student Fees Advisory Committee (SFAC)
FY15 Recommendation
Raise the total Student Service Fee collected by $10 to meet
the changing needs of the UH student population, support
increased student programing and enhance student
engagement.
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Establish the Center for Diversity and Inclusion
Fund an additional Psychologist 1 position
Fund a new CLASS Career Counselor position
Fund the new Commuter Assistant Program
Enhance night and weekend programming
Enhance UH Cheer Squad and Dance Team travel
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University Houston
Campus Recreation Advisory Board
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Board Structure
– Nine Appointed Representatives (Voting)
•
•
•
•
•
•
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Two undergraduate students (at least one being a commuter student) recommended by SGA
One graduate student recommended by SGA
One residence hall student recommended by Residence Hall Association
One faculty member recommended by Faculty Senate
One staff member recommended by Staff Council
Two at large student members appointed by the VC/VP of Student Affairs
One Alumni (CRWC member) appointed by the VC/VP of Student Affairs
– Two ex-officio Members (Non-Voting)
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•
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Assistant Vice President for Health and Wellness (or designate)
Director, Campus Recreation
Fee Increase Proposal Review Process
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Advisory Board unanimously voted in support of fee increase proposal during meeting on 11-20-13
Dr. Walker, Vice President, Student Affairs & Enrollment Services
President Khator
UH Board of Regents
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University of Houston – Victoria
FY2015 and FY2016 Student Service Fee
FY2015
• Increase the hourly rate from $31 to $35 and the maximum rate from
$191 to $210 per semester.
• The revenue will provide additional support for campus safety,
student retention efforts, student services to the centers and on-line,
and student transportation.
FY2016
• Increase the hourly rate from $35 to $38.50 and the maximum rate
from $210 to $231 per semester
• The revenue will provide additional support for campus safety and
student services both face-to-face and on-line.
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Section 4 – F&A-F
Approval is requested for changes to the FY2015 voluntary
and optional fees and charges
University of Houston
• Academic Voluntary and Optional Fees - FY2015
• Student Housing - FY2015
• Meal Plans - FY2015
UH-Clear Lake
• Academic Voluntary and Optional Fees - FY2015
UH-Victoria
• Student Housing - FY2015
• Meal Plans - FY2015
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FY2015 Academic Voluntary and Optional
Fee Changes
University of Houston
•
ACTIVITY/MATERIALS FEE – Cost of activities and/or materials uniquely
designed to meet a specific requirement of a program or curriculum
•
EXECUTIVE/CERTIFICATE FEE – Surcharge for delivering instruction to an
executive or certificate program
•
FIELD STUDY FEES – Cost of travel and materials needed for practical
application of disciplines in the field
•
ADMISSION APPLICATION AND GRADUATE FEES – Cost of recruiting and
processing admission applications to University programs and the
processing costs related to graduation review
UH-Clear Lake
•
GRADUATION FEE/Miscellaneous – Cost of graduation, Texas Success
Initiative retake fee, proctor fee
Note: Additional detail provided in tables that follow these slides.
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University of Houston
Student Housing Rate Increase Process
Chief Housing Officer Rate Survey
– 46 Universities in the region (30 in Texas)
Student Housing & Residential Life Advisory Board
– Comprised of:
– 5 student leaders (nominated by SGA, RHA, and RA Staff)
– 2 staff members (appointed by Staff Council)
– 2 faculty members (appointed by Faculty Senate)
Town Hall Meetings (Partnership with Dining Services)
– 2 public meetings to review rate proposals and answer
questions.
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University of Houston Housing Rates
The student housing rate increase of 3% will offset deferred maintenance costs, operating costs, and additional debt service for new construction.
Rentable Options
FY2014
$ Change
% Change
FY2015
Quadrangle Double
2,494.00
75.00
3%
$2,569.00
Quadrangle Super Single
3,302.00
99.00
3%
$3,401.00
Moody Towers Double
2,252.00
68.00
3%
$2,320.00
Moody Towers Single
2,810.00
84.00
3%
$2,894.00
Moody Towers Super Single
3,081.00
92.00
3%
$3,173.00
Cougar Village I - 2 Bedroom Double
2,756.00
83.00
3%
$2,839.00
Cougar Village I - 2 Bedroom Single
3,585.00
108.00
3%
$3,693.00
Cougar Village II - 2 - Bedroom Double
2,756.00
83.00
3%
$2,839.00
Cougar Village II - 2- Bedroom Single
3,585.00
108.00
3%
$3,693.00
Cougar Place - 4 Bed/1 Bath*
3,285.00
99.00
3%
$3,384.00
Cougar Place - 2 Bed/1 Bath*
3,585.00
108.00
3%
$3,693.00
Cougar Place - 1 Bed/1 Bath*
3,685.00
111.00
3%
$3,796.00
9 Month Lease Options (per academic semester)
12 Month Lease Options (per academic semester)
Bayou 4 Bed/2 Bath*
3,245.00
97.00
3%
$3,342.00
Bayou 2 Bed/1 Bath*
3,414.00
102.00
3%
$3,516.00
Bayou 3 Bed/2 Bath Shared*
3,337.00
100.00
3%
$3,437.00
Bayou Townhouse*
2,781.00
83.00
3%
$2,864.00
Calhoun Lofts Efficiency Unfurnished
4,068.00
122.00
3%
$4,190.00
Calhoun Lofts Efficiency Furnished
4,172.00
125.00
3%
$4,297.00
Calhoun Lofts 1 - Bed / 1 Bath Unfurnished
4,991.00
150.00
3%
$5,141.00
Calhoun Lofts 1 - Bed / 1 Bath Furnished
5,150.00
155.00
3%
$5,305.00
Calhoun Lofts 2 - Bed/1 Bath Unfurnished
3,630.00
109.00
3%
$3,739.00
Calhoun Lofts 2 - Bed/1 Bath Furnished
3,722.00
112.00
3%
$3,834.00
Calhoun Lofts Efficiency Unfurnished
4,510.00
135.00
3%
$4,645.00
Calhoun Lofts Efficiency Furnished
4,625.00
139.00
3%
$4,764.00
Calhoun Lofts 1 - Bed / 1 Bath Unfurnished
5,545.00
166.00
3%
$5,711.00
Calhoun Lofts 1 - Bed / 1 Bath Furnished
5,710.00
171.00
3%
$5,881.00
Calhoun Lofts 2 - Bed/1 Bath Unfurnished
4,025.00
121.00
3%
$4,146.00
Calhoun Lofts 2 - Bed/1 Bath Furnished
4,135.00
124.00
3%
$4,259.00
Partnership properties: Cullen Oaks 3% increase and Cambridge Oaks 7.29% increase
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University of Houston
Meal Plan Rates
Meal Plans (per Academic Year)
The meal plan prices are recommended to increase an average of 3.5% to keep up with the CPI projections for next calendar year for food. These prices were recommended by the
Food Service Advisory Committee. Service Advisory Committee.
FY2014
Meal Plan
Price w/
Cougar
Cash
$ Change % Change
FY2015
Meal Plan
Price w/
Cougar
Cash
Residential Meal Plans (per semester)
Lifestyle 15 (15 all-you-care-to-eat meals per week plus $200 Cougar Cash)
Lifestyle 160(160 all-you-care-to-eat meals per semester plus $400 Cougar Cash)
All Access 7 (unlimited all-you-care-to-eat meals 7 days a week, $100 Cougar Cash,
plus 15 guest passes)
Cougar Cash (Juniors, Seniors and Graduate Residents only)
$1,700
$100
5.9%
$1,800
$1,700
-$25
-1.5%
$1,675
$1,800
$75
4.2%
$1,875
$1,350
$50
3.7%
$1,400
$210
$0
0.0%
$210
$390
$20
5.1%
$410
$640
$35
5.5%
$675
$850
$45
5.3%
$895
Commuter Meal Plans (per semester)
Block 20 (20 all-you-care-to-eat meals per semester plus $50 Cougar Cash)
Block 40 (40 all-you-care-to-eat meals per semester plus $100 Cougar Cash)
Block 80 (80 all-you-care-to-eat meals per semester plus $150 Cougar Cash)
Block 120 (120 all-you-care-to-eat meals per semester plus $200 Cougar Cash)
Average % Increase
3.5%
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University of Houston-Victoria
Housing and Meal Plan Rates
Student Housing
The student housing rate increase of 3% will offset deferred maintenance costs, operating
costs, and additional debt service for new construction.
Rentable Options
FY2014 $ Change % Change
FY2015
9 Month Lease Options (per academic semester)
Jaguar Hall - Single
Jaguar Hall - Double
Jaguar Suites - Single (4 rooms in one suite)
$ 3,215
2,275
3,000
$
96
68
90
3% $
3%
3%
3,311
2,343
3,090
Student Meal Plans
The meal plan price increase will offset the cost for additional stations and seating as well as
increased food costs.
Meal Plan
FY2014 $ Change % Change
FY2015
Cost Per Academic Semester
Lifestyle 19
Lifestyle 160
Block 20
Block 40
Block 80
$ 1,300
890
135
260
460
$
50
25
5
10
15
4% $
3%
4%
4%
3%
1,350
915
140
270
475
Meal plan increases due to inflation.
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Detailed Information
for
FY2015 and FY2016 Tuition and Fees
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UHS FY2015 and FY2016 Tuition and Fees
Section 1
F&A-C - Establish FY2015 and FY2016 4-Year
Undergraduate Fixed Tuition
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Section 2
F&A-D - Approval is requested for changes to
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F&A-F - Approval is requested for changes to
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