Enrollment Agreement
I hereby
pay for enrollment and registration to the American College of Applied Science,
in the program or continuing education as indicated above. A representative has
provided me with a catalog and explained the programs and terms of the
Enrollment Agreement and/or I have downloaded a school catalog. I am 18 years or
older or have permission from my parent or guardian. I agree to follow the
educational program and upon the successful completion of a program and the
payment of all required tuition and fees, I will receive, via postal mail, a
degree, diploma or a certificate of completion from ACAS. Registration begins 6
weeks prior to the first day of class and ends one week after the first day of
class. I will purchase textbooks on my own either new or used from providers
such as barnesandnoble.com. Costs per textbook ranges from $50.00 to $100.00 per
course depending on the availability from any textbook provider. There is a
$50.00 non-refundable registration fee for each course. I understand that I must
have successfully completed any applicable prerequisite courses before being1
approved by the school.
TERMS OF ENROLLMENT
AGREEMENT
The catalog contains specific rules and regulations while attending the American College of Applied Science, Inc. and the student is expected to comply with these rules and regulations.
Payment
Tuition is payable in full before the first day of
class. Payment can be made by any major credit card, debit card or virtual check
via our secure payment gateway. Payment will be debited from your account before
the dispatch of your User ID and Password to enter our virtual classrooms. You
confirm that the credit/debit card or virtual check that is being used is yours
or payment by a third party has been authorized by you. We will take all
reasonable care, in so far as it is in our power to do so, to keep the details
of your order and payment secure, but in the absence of negligence on our part,
we cannot be held liable for any loss you may suffer if a third party procures
unauthorized access to any data you provide when accessing or ordering from the
website.
Charge backs
The student assumes the burden of proof if the
customer wishes to contest a charge on a credit card or virtual check payment
for a program, course or residency purchased via our website as outlined to the
customer during the enrollment or registration process. The student agrees the
bank should not make such a charge back until the American College of Applied
Science, Inc. and the bank discuss the charges and the burden of proof is met.
The student also agrees not to begin a charge back if the American College of
Applied Science, Inc. has abided by the rules in this document.
Debit Cards
If your bank debit card has a Visa or MasterCard
symbol, it can be used to purchase programs, courses and residencies. However,
many of these cards have limits on the amount of a transaction and the bank may
refuse charges greater than this amount. You may need to call your bank for
special authorization if your debit card does not go through. We are not liable
for difficulty you are caused by such delays.
Cancellation
I understand that I will be charged tuition and
fees at rates established by American College of Applied Science, Inc. and
published in the catalog. The tuition and fees may be subject to change.
The American College of Applied Science, Inc. evaluates institutional tuition
and fee rates periodically. Tuition rates may also vary depending on a student's
enrollment status. Tuition is billed on a semester (term) basis (the words
"semester" and "term" are used interchangeably in this Agreement). The tuition
and fees do not include other program costs, including, but not limited to,
books, supplies, laboratory fees, and other costs associated with the selected
program of study. These additional costs are the obligation of the student.
I understand that it is my sole responsibility to ensure that all tuition
and fees for each term are paid prior to my beginning that term. For a detailed
breakdown of my financial plan, I must refer to my financial aid award letters
and/or cash payment agreements. If I leave school for any reason (other than an
approved leave of absence) and return at a later date, I will be charged tuition
at the rate in effect at the time of my return as well as any applicable
reinstatement fee. I understand that I am not released from any of my
obligations or commitments to the American College of Applied Science, Inc. if I
leave the school for any reason or if I am not satisfied with the services
provided.
Buyer's Right to Cancel
A Student who cancels this Agreement
within (3) three days, (until midnight of the third day excluding Saturdays,
Sundays, and legal holidays), after signing the Agreement will receive a refund
of all monies paid. A Student who cancels after 72 hours but prior to the
Student's first day of class attendance will receive a refund of all monies
paid, except for the nonrefundable Registration Fee. If the Student is denied
admission to American College of Applied Science, Inc. or if American College of
Applied Science, Inc. cancels this Agreement prior to the first day of class
attendance, all monies, including the Registration Fee, will be refunded. All
requests for cancellation by the Student must be made in writing and emailed to:
registrar@amcollege.com or postal
mailed to Registrar, American College of Applied Science, Inc., P. O. Box 825;
Crescent City, FL 32112
Refund Policy
Refunds are based on payment being made on a
per course basis.
Requests for refunds must be made via email to: registrar@amcollege.com or by certified mail to:
Office of the Registrar
American College of Applied
Science
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 825
Crescent City, FL 32112
a. All monies will be refunded if the school does not
accept the applicant or if the student cancels within (3) three business days
after signing/accepting the Enrollment Agreement and making the initial
payment.
b. Cancellation after the (3) third business day, but before
the first class, will result in a refund of all monies paid, with the exception
of the registration fee.
c. Tuition paid for each semester: A student
withdrawing or being terminated after entering school and starts courses, but
before 20% of the course is completed, shall receive a prorated refund. This
refund is based upon the number of clock hours completed to the number of total
course clock hours and amount of monies paid.
Cancellation after completing 20% of the course will result in no refund.
d. Tuition paid for an entire program: A student withdrawing or being terminated after entering school and starts courses, but before 40% of the program is completed, shall receive a prorated refund. This refund is based upon the number of clock hours completed to the number of total course clock hours and amount of monies paid.
Cancellation after completing 40% of the program will result in no refund.
e. Termination Date: The termination date for refund
computation purposes is the last date of actual attendance or submission of
lessons by the student unless earlier written notice is
received.
f. Refunds will be made within 30 days of termination or
receipt of refund/cancellation Notice.
g. A student can be dismissed, at
the discretion of the Vice President of Administration, for insufficient
progress, nonpayment of costs, or failure to comply with the rules.
A student will be liable for:
1. the non-refundable
admissions application fee of $50.00
2. the cost of any text book(s).
3. the non-refundable registration fee of
$50.00
4. accommodation & travel fees.
5. fees for supplies
and/or lab fees.
6. graduation fee
7. Tuition liability per
clock hour is $375.00 per credit or $275.00 per credit as per program tuition
rates. ($375 per 16 Clock Hours or $275 per 16 Clock hours).
ACAS RESIDENCY REFUND POLICY
Should the student be terminated
or cancel for any reason, all refunds will be made according to the following
refund schedule:
1. Cancellation must be made either by email, or by
certified mail. See: Notification to Withdraw from a Residency
2. All monies
will be refunded if the school does not accept the applicant, or if the student
cancels within three (3) business days after signing the Enrollment Agreement
and making an initial payment.
3. Cancellation after the three (3rd) business
day, but before the first class, will result in a refund of all monies paid,
with the exception of the non-refundable registration fee.
Residency Tuition paid for an entire
program:
a. Cancellation after residency attendance has begun, but prior
to 40% completion of the program will result in a pro rata refund computed on
the number of hours completed to the total program
hours.
b. Cancellation after completing 40% of the program will result
in no refund.
Residency Tuition paid for each
semester:
a. Cancellation after residency attendance has begun, but
prior to 20% completion of the residency will result in a pro rata refund
computed on the number of hours completed to the total residency
hours.
b. Cancellation after completing 20% of the residency will result
in no refund.
4. Termination Date: The termination date for refund
computation purposes is the last date of actual residency attendance by
the student unless earlier written notice is received
5. Refunds will be made
within 30 days of termination, or receipt of the Cancellation Notice.
6. A
student can be dismissed at the discretion of the Vice President of
Administration, for insufficient progress, non-payment of fees, or failure to
comply with school rules.
Texts, Kits, and Tools are the property of the
student, and can not be returned as part of the refund.
Residency Attendance & Cancellation Policy
Each
residential residency must be attended in the sequence provided in the catalog
for the diploma or degree program and follow prerequisites for that
residency.
ACAS reserves the right to cancel any residency for which two or fewer students have registered. If cancellation becomes necessary, we will notify all registered students by telephone and/or e-mail at least 14 business days in advance. If ACAS cancels residencies, students will be refunded all monies paid with the exception of the non-refundable registration fee.
Notification to Withdraw from a Residency
Students who wish
to withdraw from a residency within the eligibility period should send an email
to the Registrar's Office advising of the intention to drop his/her residency,
and the reason for this. If email is not available to the student, a letter many
be sent to American College of Applied Science, Inc., P. O. Box 825; Crescent
City, FL 32112 to the attention of the Registrar, via postal mail, registered
mail or return receipt requested. The registrar will advise of any refund that
is due based on the College refund policy using the date the email was sent or
the postal mail postmark. If tuition was paid by credit card the original credit
card will be credited. If tuition was paid by check, a check will be issued and
mailed via postal mail to the student within 30 business days of receipt of the
letter. Please include your full name, mailing address, billing address, course
name and any other information necessary to expedite requests in all
correspondence regarding tuition refunds.
All other withdrawals after the eligibility period should follow the same guidelines above regarding intent to withdraw. No refund will be given however; the student's intent to withdraw will remain on file until re-admission. Grades will be issued according to the grading policy.
Residency Completion Policy
In the event a student is unable
to complete a residency due to personal or family illness or other unforeseen
hardship, the student may re-enroll in the next available residency without
paying additional fees. The student is required to attend and complete the
full residency in which he/she re-enrolled. The student must follow
the Leave of Absence Policy as stated in this catalog.
Policies and Disclosures
1. Catalog: Information about ACAS
is published in a catalog that contains a description of certain policies,
rules, procedures, and other information about the College. ACAS reserves the
right to change any provision of the catalog at any time. Notice of changes will
be communicated in a revised catalog, an addendum or supplement to the catalog,
or other written format. Students are expected to read and be familiar with the
information contained in the College catalog, in any revisions, supplements and
addenda to the catalog, and with all College policies. By enrolling in ACAS, the
Student agrees to abide by the terms stated in the catalog and all College
policies.
2. Changes: ACAS reserves the right to make changes at any time to
any provision of the catalog, including the amount of tuition and fees, academic
programs and courses, College policies and procedures, faculty and
administrative staff, the College calendar and other dates, and other
provisions. ACAS also reserves the right to make changes in equipment and
instructional materials, to modify curriculum, and when size and curriculum
permit, to combine classes.
3. Elimination of Classes: ACAS reserves the
right to cancel or postpone a scheduled class start when the number of students
scheduled to start the program is not sufficient as determined by the ACAS. If
the Student does not choose to change to a different course or start date, the
Student will be eligible for a full refund.
4. Transfer of Credits: The
awarding of credit for coursework completed at any other institution is at the
sole discretion of ACAS. Additionally, ACAS does not imply, promise, or
guarantee that any credits earned at ACAS will be transferable or accepted by
any other institution.
5. Success of Student: The Student's individual
success or satisfaction is not guaranteed, and is dependent upon the Student's
individual efforts, abilities and application of himself/herself to the
requirements of the College. Upon successful completion of the program, the
school will assist
graduates with information pertaining to job placement
resources; however, the school does not guarantee employment. A Certificate or
Diploma will be issued to each student who successfully completes the program
and satisfies all requirements.
6. Student's Failure to Meet Obligations:
ACAS reserves the right to terminate a Student's enrollment for failure to
maintain satisfactory academic progress, failure to pay tuition or fees by
applicable deadlines, disruptive behavior, posing a danger to the health or
welfare of students or other members of the ACAS community, or failure to abide
by ACAS policies and procedures. The ACAS can discontinue a student's enrollment
status, not issue grades, and deny requests
for transcripts should a student
not meet all of his/her financial and institutional obligations.
7.
Employment: ACAS does not guarantee employment following graduation but does
offer career information and/or assistance to students and graduates.
8.
Internet: Your use of the Internet is solely at your risk and subject to all
applicable laws, and the school has no responsibility for any information,
software, services or other materials accessed or obtained by you using the
Internet.
9. Use of Images and Works: The undersigned agrees that ACAS may
use his/her name, voice, image, likeness, and biographical facts, and any
materials produced as a student while enrolled at ACAS, without any further
approval or payment, unless prohibited by law. The undersigned acknowledges that
the foregoing permission includes the right to tape and photograph him or her
and to record his or her voice, conversation and sounds for use in any manner or
medium in connection with any advertising, publicity, or other information
relating to ACAS.
10. Discrimination: ACAS does not discriminate on the basis
of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, creed, color, national origin,
ancestry, marital status, age, disability, or any other factor prohibited by law
in the recruitment and admission of students, the operation of any of its
educational programs and activities, and the recruitment and employment of
faculty and staff. The Vice President of Administration at ACAS serves as the
compliance coordinator for Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibit discrimination on
the basis of sex or handicap.
11. Dispute Resolution: Any disputes or
controversies between the parties to this Agreement arising out of or relating
to the student's recruitment, enrollment, attendance, education or career
service assistance by ACAS or to this Agreement shall be resolved first through
the grievance policy published in the catalog.
12. Entire Agreement: This
Enrollment Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between Student and the
ACAS concerning all aspects of the education and training the Student will be
provided by the College. By signing this agreement, the Student agrees that no
binding promises, representations or statements have been made to the Student by
ACAS or any employee of ACAS regarding any aspect of the education and training
the Student will receive from the College that are not set forth in writing in
this Enrollment Agreement. ACAS will not be responsible for any statement of
policy, career planning activities, curriculum or facility that does not appear
in this Enrollment Agreement or the College catalog.
Indemnification
Students understand that animals may at times
be unpredictable and can cause damage to property and injury or death to humans
and other animals. Student shall indemnify and hold American College of Applied
Science, Inc. and its directors, officers, administrators, employees, agents,
subcontractors, instructors, guest lecturers, and heirs harmless against all
damages, claims, liabilities and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising
out of or resulting in any way from any injury from an animal as a result of
information received through school coursework, or from any act or omission of
one of its directors, officers, administrators, employees, instructors, agents,
subcontractors, or guest lecturers. Student shall take all necessary precautions
to prevent the occurrence of any injury (including death) to any person, any
animal, or any damage to property, arising out of any acts or omissions of such
directors, officers, administrators, employees, instructors, agents,
subcontractors, guest lecturers, and heirs. In any event, the school shall not
be liable to you under, or in connection with these Terms and Conditions in
contract, tort, negligence, pre-contract or other representations (other than
fraudulent or negligent representations) or otherwise for any loss of business,
contracts, profits or anticipated savings or for any indirect or consequential
economic loss whatsoever. Liability in all events is restricted to, and shall
not exceed, the tuition and fees paid.
Grievance Procedure
If a student feels that he or she has
been treated unfairly or unjustly by an employee, tutor, mentor, portfolio
evaluator or other staff with regard to an academic process such as grading,
testing, or assignments the student must submit a written statement of the
grievance to the Vice President of Administration. The Vice President of
Administration at ACAS serves as the compliance coordinator and will assign the
appropriate department to handle specified grievances. If a student has a
grievance on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, marital status,
national origin, physical disability, veteran's status, any other basis
prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws or any other matter, the
student should contact the Vice President of Administration. The student's
grievance will be assessed within 30 days.
If the complaint cannot be
resolved after exhausting the College's grievance procedure, the student may
file a complaint with the Commission for Independent Education, Department of
Education, 2650 Apalachee Parkway, Suite A, Tallahassee, Florida 32301,
toll-free telephone number 888-224-6684 for further details.
1. I have received a copy of this Enrollment Agreement,
and have read, understand and agree to comply with all of its terms.
2. I also acknowledge that I have received a copy of the American College of
Applied Science, Inc. catalog in one of the following formats: printed (hard
copy), or downloaded from the American College of Applied Science, Inc. online
registration site, and I agree to comply with all College policies and rules
contained therein.
3. I also understand and agree that this Enrollment
Agreement supersedes all prior or contemporaneous verbal or written statements
and agreements made by American College of Applied Science, Inc. or any
employees of American College of Applied Science, Inc., and that no binding
promises, representations or statements have been made to me by American College
of Applied Science, Inc. or any employee of American College of Applied Science,
Inc. regarding any aspect of the education and training I will receive from the
College that are not set forth in writing in this Enrollment Agreement.
4. I
further understand and agree that this Enrollment Agreement may not be modified
without the written agreement of me and American College of Applied Science,
Inc.
5. I understand that programs are offered on line and have published
start and end dates.
6. I understand that I may be required to attend
residencies or externships that may be a distance from my home and that I am
responsible for travel expenses associated with travel to the residencies and
living expenses while there.
7. I understand that I will receive a book list
for each course and am responsible for purchasing these books on my own.
8.
I understand that books range from $50 to $100 per course depending on
availability from textbook providers.
9. I hereby certify that all
information I provided in my application for admission or registration to
American College of Applied Science, Inc. is complete, accurate and up to date.
10. Once I sign this Agreement or submit registration payment, and American
College of Applied Science, Inc. accepts this Agreement, I understand that a
legally binding contract will be created.
I have read the terms and conditions contained in this
Enrollment Agreement and understand that this agreement constitutes a binding
contract upon written acceptance by the School.
Submitting this form electronically, in lieu of a signature, indicates certification that all above information is true, accurate and complete including understanding, agreement and acceptance of all college policies, guidelines and agreements.
I agree, in lieu of a signature, that submission of this application and/or its approval is my acknowledgement that I have read and agree to follow all American College of Applied Science, Inc., policies, guidelines and agreements.
I also agree, in lieu of a signature, to pay any non-refundable
fees for each loan application submission whether approved, disapproved or
declined. I also understand and agree that the Enrollment Agreement and Catalog
supersedes all prior or contemporaneous verbal or written statement and
agreements made by the school or employees of the school.
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I
agree, in lieu of a signature, that submission of this application and/or its
approval is my acknowledgement that I have read and agree to follow all American
College of Applied Science, Inc., policies, guidelines and agreements. I also
agree, in lieu of a signature, to pay any non-refundable fees for each loan
application submission whether approved, disapproved or declined. I also
understand and agree that the Enrollment Agreement and Catalog supersedes all
prior or contemporaneous verbal or written statement and agreements made by the
school or employees of the school. Download Enrollment Agreement