European-American University is administered on a nonprofit basis as a social enterprise and non-government organization. As such, the fees associated with its programmes are maintained at as affordable a rate as possible while ensuring that there is enough income to cover operating costs. European-American University has no endowment fund and receives no support from the state or other funding bodies.
There is no scholarship or bursary scheme, since we prefer to keep fees at an affordable rate for all. A wide range of external organizations offer financial help, often in the form of loans, to students whose fees are not paid by an employer or sponsor and who are not able to fund themselves. In addition, there may be instalment payment options offered by PayPal depending on region and status.
Although fees are subject to change without notice, it is our policy not to increase fees for students already enrolled on a programme.
The fees given below apply to students studying via distance learning who enrol via this website only. For students studying at an affiliated campus, the fees are set individually by that campus and will be different from those below. Fees for students introduced by authorized agents are also different from those below.
Programme Fees
The fees associated with the University’s programmes are given in US Dollars (US$). We can also accept payment in Euros or UK Pounds, and some other currencies by arrangement.
For non-VAE programmes, all students are liable for the Initial Fee and Graduation Fee. The Annual Continuation Fee is payable by those students who have not submitted for graduation by the first anniversary of their matriculation and is further payable each year thereafter to maintain good standing.
Programme Fees for degree programmes (VAE programmes only)
The fees are the same for all degree levels
Pre-cognition |
Credential Assessment fee |
Credit Conversion and Graduation Fee |
| No charge | $250 | $1,950 |
Programme Fees for degree programmes (non-VAE programmes only)
Degree level |
Initial fee |
Annual continuation fee |
Graduation fee |
| High School Diploma | $600 | – | – |
| Certificate of Higher Education | $453 | $439 | $428 |
| Associate | $613 | $585 | $609 |
| Bachelor | $654 | $642 | $670 |
| Bachelor top-up programme and Bachelor for holders of an Associate’s degree. | $631 | n/a | $642 |
| Postgraduate Diploma | $934 | $693 | $881 |
| Master | $1,383 | $725 | $1,381 |
| Doctorate | $2,346 | $810 | $2,402 |
For details of which services are included in the Programme Fees, please refer to Schedule 2 of the Terms and Conditions.
The Programme Fees include standard worldwide couriering of documents via a tracked service. However, graduates wishing to use an expedited courier service may do so subject to paying a surcharge to cover the costs involved.
Additional Fees
The programme fees do not include the following: the purchase or hire of books or other resource materials; the cost of printing and binding dissertations; any ancillary costs such as postage or telephone/internet contact which may be incurred during the programme; additional copies of graduation documentation (including replacement of lost documentation) or any other letter issued by the University; the supply of Apostilles.
Students should budget separately for these costs, and should be aware that most programmes will require between 10 and 20 books – some will require more. There are extra fees applicable for dual degree programmes with partner universities.
There is no fee for application.
De-matriculation/Re-matriculation
VAE students who have been advised that their portfolios have been accepted by the jury are then required to pay the Credit Conversion and Graduation Fee within a reasonable time. If they fail to do this or to respond to communications, they will be sent a final notice for payment within seven days, unless an extension is granted for cause. After the deadline has passed, if the student has not paid they will be de-matriculated. Re-matriculation is possible but carries a fee of $150.
If a non-VAE student fails to respond to contact from their mentor and the administration for a period of thirty days, they will be de-matriculated. Re-matriculation is possible but carries a fee of $150.
No student may graduate from European-American University until all applicable fees associated with their programme have been received.
All errors and omissions excepted. All fees are subject to change without notice.
Embassy legalization/Apostille
It is possible in some cases to arrange for Embassy legalization/Apostille for degree documentation. This service is only required in certain countries. We do not provide this service itself but can suggest third party providers with whom the graduate can contract on their own initiative and at their own expense. Intending purchasers should note that this can be a very expensive process.
Payment of Fees
Methods of payment
Details of how to send payment will be sent to students at the time of enrolment. All payments received must be net of any bank or currency transfer fees which are the responsibility of the student.
1. PayPal (for Credit/Debit Card Payments)
PAYMENT ONLINE: You can use PayPal’s secure payment server to pay using any major credit or debit card. We will send you a PayPal invoice or payment link that you can pay online. This is the University’s preferred method of payment and the only one that is accepted for VAE programmes.
PayPal offers various instalment payment options which are a contractual agreement between the customer and PayPal. Under these, the University receives the full amount, while PayPal allows the customer to pay them in instalments. These options may vary depending on country and status.
2. Bank to Bank (wire) Transfer (non-VAE programmes only)
Instruct your bank that we must receive the exact amount invoiced. Only the amount received will be credited to your account. Please inform us that this is your favoured payment method and we will send you our bank details. Note that for certain high-risk countries we will not release bank details under any circumstances. In this event, you will need to use an alternative form of payment.
3. Western Union (non-VAE programmes only)
Under certain circumstances (which need to be cleared with us in advance) you may transfer funds via your local Western Union branch. This is often both at least as fast as and less expensive than other payment methods. However, the Western Union commission fees (which can be much more than other methods of transfer) must be met by the student.
4. Payment via Bank Drafts, Cheques (checks)
We do not accept bankers drafts or cheques because of the increased prevalence of fraud using these methods.
Liability
Always remember to label your payments clearly and accurately. Under no circumstances should you send cash through the post or send us your credit card details; we do not process credit cards directly.
No liability can be accepted for payments not received and cleared by our bankers. Payments received are normally paid to the bank on the same day, and should be expected to clear ca. 7-10 days after. We accept no responsibility for cash payments, or any means of payment which is not specifically made out as directed. Proof of sending does not constitute proof of receipt. All charges made to us for banking transactions will be added to the candidate’s account balance.
Refunds
For non-VAE programmes; you have the legal right to cancel and receive a refund within 14 days of your payment being received by us. Please see our Terms and Conditions which contain details of our Cancellation Policy (in Schedule 1).
After enrolment there is no obligation for us to offer any refund.
For VAE programmes; VAE programmes are personalized and so are classified as a bespoke service. Precognition is offered for these programmes free of charge and without obligation to enrol. If the applicant passes precognition and elects to enrol in the programme they are entering a bespoke process of assessment tailored to them and no refund is therefore applicable. The sole exception to this rule is that if the jury were to find that you were not eligible for the award of any degree the Credential Assessment Fee would be refunded to you.
Agents and representatives
European-American University designates specific third party agents and representatives in certain countries whose duties include the handling of payments on behalf of the University. The candidate will be informed of any applicable arrangements at the time of matriculation. The candidate should ensure that no payment is made to any third party who is not specifically authorized in writing by either European-American University or its agents and representatives. No liability can be accepted for any unauthorized payments.
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