Institute Policies

Fee Refund Policy

Once a student applies to or enrolls in a course at the Design Studies Institute, they agree to the Fee Refund Policy. It is the responsibility of the student to understand the terms of the policy before applying, enrolling, and agreeing to make any type of payment to the Design Studies Institute.

An official drop, approved leave of absence, or withdrawal from a class or all classes may entitle a student to a refund of fees paid or a reduction of costs incurred. It is important to note that all charges and cancellations are based upon fee commitments for the full term. The effective date of withdrawal and cancellation, if any, will be the date when a formal request in writing is filed with support@dsi.edu.ai. 

If a student stops attending a class, they must drop or withdraw from the class to qualify for a refund. Simply notifying the faculty member that they will no longer attend does not constitute an official drop or withdrawal.

Students using payment plans or receiving financial aid are responsible for completing all payments if a balance exists after the cancellation of fees. 

The Design Studies Institute reserves the right to cancel courses or adjust curriculum. Courses are canceled typically because of insufficient enrollment, withdrawal of the instructor, or inability to secure appropriate instructional space. If a course is canceled, students will be notified and asked whether they wish to transfer to another course or to receive a full refund of fees. 
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Fee Refund Schedule

Application Fee:

  • This fee is nonrefundable.

Course Assessment Fee:

  • Prior to the first day of class: 100% of fee refunded
  • 1 to 7 days from the class start date: 50% of fee refunded
  • More than 7 days from the class start date: 0% of fee refunded

Residency Fee:

  • 60 days prior to the first day of the term in which the residency occurs: 100% fees refunded
  • Less than 60 days from the first day of the tern in which the residency occurs: 0% fees refunded

Library Services Fee:

  • This fee is nonrefundable.

Other Fees:

  • Refund percentages for other fees will be posted at the time of registration or when applicable.