Used to support the functions of instructional programs at the University.
Explanation of Fees
Explanation of Fees
Used to support the functions of instructional programs at the University. This portion is not covered by TOPS.
Used to promote academic excellence at each institution by enhancing instructional programs. This fee is $10 per credit hour with a maximum of $120.
Used for the enhancement of instructional programs. This fee is $5.15 per credit hour with a 12 hour maximum for undergraduates and a 9 hour maximum for graduates.
Used for purposes of implementing, replacing, improving, and expanding technologies to benefit student life and learning. This fee is $5 per credit hour with a maximum of $100.
Used to construct, acquire, repair, maintain, operate, or improve the facilities and physical infrastructure of the institution collecting the fee. This fee shall not exceed $48 per semester.
Approved by the University of Louisiana System Board. Used for the support and maintenance of auxiliary services. This fee is $30 per semester.
Used for the operations and maintenance of student housing system. This fee is $102 in the Fall and Spring, and $51 in the Summer.
Approved by the University of Louisiana System Board. Used for enhancement of academic programs. This fee is $25 per semester.
Used to provide students with lifetime transcripts, an unlimited number of class drops/adds, university catalogues and diplomas. This fee is $15 per semester.
Used for the operations and maintenance of the Recreation Complex. This fee is $50 per semester for 5 credit hours and above for Fall and Spring, 6 credit hours and above for Summer.
Approved by the University of Louisiana System Board. Used to offset energy costs. This surcharge is not being assessed as of Fall 2025.
Used for support and maintenance required for administrative services provided to students. This fee is $105 per semester.
Used to provide students a range of health services. This fee is $96 per semester for on campus students.
Other approved fees used for a variety of enhancement, support and maintenance functions at the University
Used for each person making an application for admission to the University. This fee is $20.
Student Self-Assessed Fees are approved by the University of Louisiana System Board and used to support student life and campus activities. They are voted on by the student body. Assessed amounts can be found on our website under Tuition and Fee Schedules. See below for the purpose of each fee.
Artist Series Fee
To bring in guest artists to all areas of creative and performing arts and cover all related expenses.
Recreation Complex Fee
To cover all associated costs with operating and maintaining the Northwestern State University Student Recreation Complex.
SGA
To cover all associated costs with operating the Student Government Association.
Organizational Relief Fund
To provide financial assistance to student groups, academic departments, and others.
Potpourri Fee
To cover all associated costs with publishing the student yearbook.
Current Sauce Fee
To cover all associated costs with publishing the student newspaper.
Argus Fee
To cover all associated costs with publishing the student literary magazine.
KNWD Fee
To cover all associated costs with producing the student radio station and offering musical entertainment to students.
Drama
To cover all associated costs with operating the Department of Theater and Dance excluding scholarships and salaries.
Concert Fee
Used by the Student Activities Board to bring in musical acts to the campus for students.
Intramural
To cover all associated costs with operating all intramural activities.
Union Programming Council
Used to cover all associated costs with providing entertainment and activities to students.
Alumni Fee
To cover all associated expenses of offering services and resources to students by the Alumni Center.
Club Sports
To provide financial assistance to recognized Club Sports.
Speaker Series Fee
To cover all associated costs of providing guest speakers for students by the Student Government Association.
Rowing Team Fee
To cover all associated costs with operating all rowing team activities.
Wellness, Recreation and Activity Center (WRAC)
To cover all associated costs of operating the Wellness, Recreation, and Activity Center.
Band Fee
To cover all associated expenses of operating the Spirit of Northwestern Demon Marching Band excluding scholarships and salaries.
Student Self-Assessed Athletic Fee
To assist in the operations of the Athletic Department excluding salaries.
NSU Student Engagement Fee
To cover all associated expense of operating NSU Student Engagement excluding scholarships and salaries.
NSU Cheer Fee
To cover all associated expense of operating Northwestern State Cheer excluding scholarships and salaries.
Purple Pizzazz Pom Line
To cover all associated expense of operating Northwestern State Purple Pizzazz Pom Line excluding scholarships and salaries.
