General Fees and Expenses

Application for Admission – A non-refundable application fee of $25.00 is due for a student’s first admission.  The application fee is waived for Joint and Dual Enrollment students.

ID Badges – All students, faculty, and staff must have a current Augusta Technical College identification visible at all times. The identifications cards can be obtained from the bookstore in Building 1300, Terry D. Elam Student Services Building on the Augusta Campus and at the Admissions Office on the Thomson and Waynesboro Campuses and the Columbia County Center. Student ID cards must be validated each term. A fee of $5 may be assessed under certain circumstances for replacement ID’s.

Late Registration – A $45 late payment fee will be added to regular fees for all students paying on or after the first day of the term.

Books, Tools, Uniforms, and Equipment – Every student is required to have books, tools, uniforms, and other equipment appropriate to the program of study. In most instances, these items will be usable in the student’s employment following graduation. All required books and some other program needs may be purchased from the College bookstore.

Practicum/Clinical Courses–Travel

Students enrolled in off-campus practicum or clinical courses will be required to travel to businesses, industries, and hospitals. Travel arrangements and costs for practicum/clinical courses must be provided by students.

Transcripts – Official transcripts may be requested for a fee of $7.50. Additional fees may apply for special conditions. Unofficial transcripts are available to students at no charge through the BannerWeb system.

Graduation Deadlines and Fees –Graduation information is available on the Commencement Information webpage. Students should see their advisor one term before graduation is planned for graduation information. Graduation fees are non-refundable.

Degree/Diploma/Technical Certificate of Credit Graduation Fees

1. Degree, diploma, or technical certificate of credit (any number) received at the same graduation - $35
2. Additional cover for a degree, diploma, or technical certificate of credit - $8
3. The cost for invitations is included in the graduation fee. Invitations are available for pick up when students receive their cap & gown at the Campus Bookstore.
4. Duplicate Degree/Diploma/Technical Certificate of Credit - $25