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Understanding the various charges on a student’s bill can help your family plan and manage college expenses effectively. Texas A&M University provides detailed information on these charges on the Billing & Fee Explanations website.

Tuition and Differential Tuition

• General Tuition: Based on residency status, student classification, and credit hours.
• Differential Tuition: Additional charges for specific programs or courses, such as distance education, varying by department and course level.

Mandatory Fees

• University Advancement Fee: Covers services like advising, the career center, libraries, and technology.
• Student Center Complex Fee: Supports the maintenance and operation of the student center.
• Health Center Fee: Provides access to the university health center services. These services do not include surgical operations or charges for consultations with outside physicians.
• Student Recreation Center Fee: Funds the operation and maintenance of recreational facilities.

Course and Program-Specific Fees

• Laboratory Fees: Assessed for courses requiring lab materials and supplies.
• Field Trip Fees: Cover costs associated with course-related travel.
• Program Fees: Specific to certain majors or programs, supporting additional resources and experiences.

Housing and Dining

• Residence Hall Charges: Include room rent and utilities for on-campus housing. Learn more about Residence Hall fees through Residence Life's website.
• Dining Plans: Various meal plan options are available for students. Learn more about the Dining plan rates through the Aggie Dining website.

Other Common Charges

• Orientation Fees: Non-refundable fees for new student orientation programs.
• Graduation Fees: Assessed when applying for graduation, covering diploma processing.
• International Student Fees: Include health insurance and administrative fees for international students.
• Late Registration and Payment Fees: Charged for late course registration or delayed payments.

If you have questions or need further assistance understanding your student’s bill, contact Aggie One Stop at aggie.tamu.edu/resources/contact-us