Career Advantage Programs (CAP)

The Career Advantage Programs (CAP) Rate are reduced rate tuition options for adults who are returning to college to finish their degree. 

CAP Tuition Programs

Adult students enrolled in the following programs of study are eligible for Career Advantage Program pricing, or CAP tuition:

CAP Tuition Rate

For the 2013-14 academic year the CAP tuition rate is $360 per credit hour.

Every Newman student also pays a $16 per credit hour technology fee. This is used to provide Blackboard, campus computer centers, campus e-mail accounts and additional technological needs.

Laid-Off Workers

The CAP tuition rate is also provided for laid-off workers who attend Newman University. Undergraduate students who present an official lay-off or separation notice are eligible to receive tuition at the CAP rate for four consecutive fall and spring semesters.

This rate is provided for all programs except:

However, students still completing the pre-requisites for these programs may attend Newman at the lower tuition rate. Once they begin their specific program studies, regular tuition will apply.

CAP Rate Limitations

Due to the significantly reduced tuition, CAP rate students are not eligible for additional institutional financial assistance. This means that students who are charged the CAP rate will not be eligible for academic scholarships or Newman University grants. However, students may complete the FAFSA to determine their eligibility for federal assistance.

Financial Aid for CAP Rate Students

You may fill out the FAFSA online by visiting www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Newman University code number is 001939.

CAP rate students are also encouraged to explore additional scholarship resources. Churches, service clubs, places of employment and other organizations and foundations may offer financial assistance.

Two helpful search engines are www.fastweb.com and www.collegenet.com.

Student loans may be another source of funds for CAP rate students. By filing the FAFSA, students may determine their eligibility for loans and grants. Contact the Financial Aid office at 316-942-4291, ext. 2103.

CAP rate tuition applies for all summer classes at Newman University.