You are entering a secure information area. Any information you submit or change will be effective immediately unless otherwise noted. You are responsible for any information submitted using your login credentials, including any acceptance of the Registration Contract and Student Financial Responsibility Agreement below. DO NOT share your SPU Username and password with others.

Registration Contract

By agreeing to the Registration Contract statements below, you are agreeing to contractual terms with Seattle Pacific University (“SPU”). As used below, the term “Applicable Catalog” means the Undergraduate Catalog (if you register for undergraduate courses), or the Graduate Catalog (if you register for graduate courses ), that applies to the academic term for which you are registering, as each catalog may be amended from time to time. Each of these catalogs can be accessed online at: https://spu.edu/acad/catalog.asp

I understand and agree that:

• There is an additional tuition charge for each additional credit hour over 18 credits (excluding Summer Term). (If you are enrolling in free 19th credits, this charge is waived).
• When I register for courses using the Banner Information System, I obligate myself to pay for the courses and all other charges related to the registration. If I do not provide proper and timely notification to the University pursuant to the appropriate procedure in the Applicable Catalog, the financial obligations will remain binding, regardless of whether I attended classes or utilized any of the contracted services.
• If I decide to cancel my registration, I must do so either in writing to Office of the Registrar (on the appropriate form) or using the Banner Information System.
• If I withdraw from a course, the date I officially withdraw will determine the amount of refund, if any, I will receive, as described in the Applicable Catalog.
• If I have a delinquent balance due to SPU a hold will be placed on my account. A hold may be placed for amounts remaining due for prior registration and any other charges applied to my SPU student account and for any past due loans. If my account has a hold then (1) I will not be permitted to register for or attend classes for subsequent quarters or order a diploma until such obligations have been satisfied, and (2) at the option of the University, I may be withdrawn from all classes in which I am enrolled.
• I understand that pursuant to University policy, academic and financial history data are not subject to erasure by request under the European Union General Data Protection Regulation.
• This Registration Contract shall be governed by the laws of the state of Washington.

In addition:

• I agree to comply with all expectations, policies and procedures in the Applicable Catalog, including in the Student Handbook (for undergraduate students) and Graduate Student Handbook (for graduate students), as applicable, and as amended from time to time.
• I understand SPU's academic and graduation requirements as they apply to me, and I assume responsibility for the selection of the course(s) for which I register.
• I affirm that I am the authorized user of this Banner Information System account and I did not access this account using another person’s Username and password.
• I affirm that I am responsible to review my SPU email account for notification of statements and communication about my student account.
• I affirm that I am responsible to ensure that my contact information provided to SPU is current.
• I understand that by clicking “Continue” below I am signing a legal document and performing the same action as though I were signing on paper.

SPU may determine, in its discretion, that due to government guidance or health and safety considerations, changes should be made to the method of delivering course content or related academic services, or to the scheduling of extracurricular activities. Such changes may include, but are not limited to, a full or partial campus closure, transitioning in-person courses to remote learning, reducing the number of class sessions, or deferring or canceling extracurricular events and activities. By enrolling in classes offered by SPU, you understand and agree that (a) such changes may take place, (b) SPU does not guarantee in-person, on-campus education or services, (c) as long as SPU offers academic credit for courses, you are not entitled to any refunds for tuition or fees as a result of any such changes, and (d) entitlement to refunds will be governed by the stated refund schedule in the applicable academic catalog. Moreover, any discretionary decision by SPU to provide a refund in a particular instance does not create a right to a refund in any other instance.

If you agree to this Registration Contract, click on the "Continue" button below. Otherwise, click "Exit" to close your browser and exit the Banner Information System.

Student Financial Responsibilities Agreement

At SPU, we believe it’s important for students to feel informed and empowered about their financial responsibilities. As part of our commitment to transparency and your success, you are asked to review and accept the Student Financial Responsibility Agreement (SFRA) each quarter.

This agreement is designed to help you understand your financial obligations when enrolling in classes and outlines the college’s policies.

It’s a simple way for you to acknowledge your financial responsibilities and be aware of what to expect if any issues arise. We’re here to support you and ensure you have all the information you need to make informed decisions about your education. The Student Financial Responsibility Agreement (SFRA) is also available under the Student Accounts Policies https://spu.edu/student-financial-services/student-accounts-and-payments/policies

Payment of Fees/Promise to Pay

I understand that when I register for any class at Seattle Pacific University or receive any service from Seattle Pacific University, I accept full responsibility to pay all tuition, fees and other associated costs assessed as a result of my registration and/or receipt of services. I further understand and agree that my registration and acceptance of these terms constitutes a promissory note agreement (i.e., a financial obligation in the form of an educational loan as defined by the U.S. Bankruptcy Code at 11 U.S.C. §523(a)(8)) in which Seattle Pacific University is providing me educational services, deferring some or all of my payment obligation for those services, and I promise to pay for all assessed tuition, fees and other associated costs by the published or assigned due date.

I understand and agree that if I drop or withdraw from some or all of the classes for which I register, I will be responsible for paying all or a portion of tuition and fees in accordance with Seattle Pacific University’s published tuition refund policy/schedule at https://catalog.spu.edu/undergraduate/costs-financial-aid/refunds-account-adjustments/#refundschedulestext. It’s my responsibility to read the terms and conditions of the published tuition refund schedule and understand those terms are incorporated herein by reference. I further understand that my failure to attend class or receive a bill does not absolve me of my financial responsibility as described above.

Delinquent Account/Collection

Financial Hold: I understand and agree that if I fail to pay my student account bill or any monies due and owing Seattle Pacific University by the scheduled due date, Seattle Pacific University will place a financial hold on my student account, preventing me from registering for future classes, or receiving my diploma.

Late Payment Charge: I understand and agree that if I fail to pay my student account bill or any monies due and owing to Seattle Pacific University by the scheduled due date, Seattle Pacific University will assess late payment and/or finance charges at the rate of 1.25% per month on the past due portion of my student account until my past due account is paid in full.

Collection Agency Fees: I understand and accept that if I fail to pay my student account bill or any monies due and owing Seattle Pacific University by the scheduled due date and fail to make acceptable payment arrangements to bring my account current, Seattle Pacific University may refer my delinquent account to a collection agency. I further understand that I am responsible for paying the collection agency fee which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 40% percent of my delinquent account, together with all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, necessary for the collection of my delinquent account. Finally, I understand that my delinquent account may be reported to one or more of the national credit bureaus.

Communication

Method of Communication: I understand and agree that Seattle Pacific University uses e-mail as an official method of communication with me, and that therefore I am responsible for reading the e-mails I receive from Seattle Pacific University on a timely basis.

Contact: I authorize Seattle Pacific University and its agents and contractors to contact me at my current and any future cellular phone number(s), email address(es) or wireless device(s) regarding my delinquent student account(s)/loan(s), any other debt I owe to Seattle Pacific University or to receive general information from Seattle Pacific University. I authorize Seattle Pacific University and its agents and contractors to use automated telephone dialing equipment, artificial or pre-recorded voice or text messages, and personal calls and emails, in their efforts to contact me. Furthermore, I understand that I may withdraw my consent to call my cellular phone by submitting my request in writing to Student Financial Services or in writing to the applicable contractor or agent contacting me on behalf of Seattle Pacific University.

Updating Contact Information: I understand and agree that I am responsible for keeping Seattle Pacific University records up to date with my current physical addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers by following the procedure at https://spu.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/OTR/pages/34506788/Personal+Information+Updates. The linked procedure is incorporated herein by reference. Upon leaving Seattle Pacific University for any reason, it is my responsibility to provide Seattle Pacific University with updated contact information for purposes of continued communication regarding any amounts that remain due and owing to Seattle Pacific University.

Entire Agreement

This agreement supersedes all prior understandings, representations, negotiations and correspondence between the students and Seattle Pacific University. This constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the matters described and shall not be modified or affected by any course of dealing or course of performance. This agreement may be modified by Seattle Pacific University if the modification is signed by me. Any modification is specifically limited to those policies and/or terms addressed in the modification.

Seattle Pacific University maintains the right to amend or modify, without Student's consent, any Seattle Pacific University policies or procedure incorporated into this Contract by reference or otherwise related to Students financial obligations to Seattle Pacific University. Students will be notified by the Seattle Pacific University Website of any changes in applicable interest rates, fees, tuition rates, etc., before changes go into effect. After any such change is implemented by Seattle Pacific University, the Student’s continued attendance of one or more class(es) offered by Seattle Pacific University or acceptance of any service provided by Seattle Pacific University indicates acceptance of and agreement to be bound by the change.

Financial Aid

I understand that aid described as “estimated” on my Financial Aid Award does not represent actual or guaranteed payment but is an estimate of the aid I may receive if I meet all requirements stipulated by that aid program.

I understand that my Financial Aid Award is contingent upon my continued enrollment and attendance in each class upon which my financial aid eligibility was calculated. If I drop any class before completion, I understand that my financial aid eligibility may decrease and some or all of the financial aid awarded to me may be revoked. If some or all of my financial aid is revoked because I dropped or failed to attend class, I agree to repay all revoked aid that was disbursed to my account and resulted in a credit balance that was refunded to me.

I agree to allow financial aid I receive to pay any and all charges assessed to my account at Seattle Pacific University such as tuition, fees, campus housing and meal plans, student health insurance, parking permits, service fees, fines, bookstore charges, or any other amount, in accordance with the terms of the aid.

Federal Aid: I understand that any federal Title IV financial aid that I receive, except for Federal Work Study wages, will first be applied to any outstanding balance on my account for tuition, fees, room and board. Title IV financial aid includes aid from the Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Direct Loan, PLUS Loan, and TEACH Grant programs. I understand that I can choose to authorize Seattle Pacific University to apply my Title IV financial aid to other charges assessed to my student account such as student housing, parking permits, bookstore charges, service fees and fines, and any other education related charges. I further understand that I may change my authorization at any time by completing the Master Conditions of Financial Assistance form with Title IV authorization.

Prizes, Awards, Scholarships, Grants: I understand that all prizes, awards, scholarships, and grants awarded to me by Seattle Pacific University will be credited to my student account and applied toward any outstanding balance. I further understand that my receipt of a prize, award, scholarship, or grant is considered a financial resource according to federal Title IV financial aid regulations, and may therefore reduce my eligibility for other federal and/or state financial aid (i.e., loans, grants, Federal Work Study) which, if already disbursed to my student account, must be reversed and returned to the aid source.

Method of Billing/Payments

I understand that Seattle Pacific University uses electronic billing statement (e-bill) as its official billing method, and therefore I am responsible for viewing and paying my student account e-bill by the scheduled due date. I further understand that failure to review my e-bill does not constitute a valid reason for not paying my bill on time. E-bill information is available at https://spu.edu/student-financial-services/student-accounts-and-payments.

The student understands neither Seattle Pacific University nor any agent or third party of Seattle Pacific University requires payment in a particular manner. Students may pay using a credit card, debit card, electronic check, personal or cashier's check, money order, or cash. If the Student pays using a credit card or some other form of payment that requires Seattle Pacific University and/or Seattle Pacific University’s agent or contractor to incur additional costs, the student agrees to pay that additional cost as an appropriate convenience fee for using specific payment methods. More information regarding Seattle Pacific University payment methods is available at https://spu.edu/student-financial-services/student-accounts-and-payments/payments/payment-methods.

Billing Errors

I understand that administrative, clerical or technical billing errors do not absolve me of my financial responsibility to pay the correct amount of tuition, fees and other associated financial obligations assessed as a result of my registration at Seattle Pacific University. Students may challenge a charge within sixty (60) days after the charge is posted on the student account. Students should submit challenges to the office initiating the charge, including a copy of the bill challenged and documentation evidencing the suspected error or problem.

Returned Payments/Failed Payment Agreements

If a payment made to my student account is returned by the bank for any reason, I agree to repay the original amount of the payment plus a returned payment fee of $30. I understand that multiple returned payments and/or failure to comply with the terms of any payment plan or agreement I signed with Seattle Pacific University may result in cancellation of my classes and/or suspension of my eligibility to register for future classes at Seattle Pacific University.

Withdrawal

If I decide to completely withdraw from Seattle Pacific University, I will follow the instructions at https://spu.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/OTR/pages/34508088/Withdrawing+From+the+University which I understand and agree are incorporated herein by reference.

Privacy Rights & Responsibilities

I understand that Seattle Pacific University is bound by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) which prohibits Seattle Pacific University from releasing any information from my education record without my written permission. Therefore, I understand that if I want Seattle Pacific University to share information from my education record with someone else, I must provide written permission by following the procedure outlined at https://spu.edu/student-financial-services/student-accounts-and-payments/ferpa. I further understand that I may revoke my permission at any time as instructed in the same procedure.

IRS Form 1098-T

I agree to provide my Social Security number (SSN) or taxpayer identification number (TIN) to Seattle Pacific University upon request as required by Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations for Form 1098-T reporting purposes. If I fail to provide my SSN or TIN to Seattle Pacific University, I agree to pay any and all IRS fines assessed as a result of my missing SSN/TIN.

I understand that Seattle Pacific University will mail my annual IRS Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement, to my permanent address on file. I understand I can elect to receive my Form 1098-T electronically from Seattle Pacific University by following the instructions at https://spu.edu/student-financial-services/student-accounts-and-payments/tax-information.

Applicable Law/Jurisdiction

The Contract shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the state of Washington. By signing this Agreement, Student consents to the jurisdiction of the state and federal courts in King County, Washington, to resolve any dispute with SPU.

Severability

If any portion of this Contract is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall in no way be impacted or impaired.

Non-Waiver

The failure of Student or Seattle Pacific University at any time to require performance by the other of any provision of the Contract shall in no way affect that party's right to enforce such provision, nor shall the waiver by either party of any breach of any provision of the Contract be taken or held to be a waiver of any further breach of the same provision or any other provision.

Student Age

I understand and agree that if I am younger than the applicable age of majority when I execute this agreement that the educational services provided by Seattle Pacific University are a necessity, and I am contractually obligated pursuant to the “doctrine of necessaries.”

The student further understands and agrees that continued enrollment, continued attendance at one or more class(es) offered by Seattle Pacific University, and/or acceptance of any services provided by Seattle Pacific University after reaching the age of majority constitutes acceptance of and agreement to be bound by the terms of this Agreement, thereby ratifying the original execution.

STUDENT Acknowledges and Submits

By clicking the "Continue" button below, the student signifies that they have read and understand the terms and conditions of this Agreement in their entirety.

Press ALT+C to Continue and ALT+X to exit