- There is proper documentation of the contractual and financial relationship between the students and the College. The College makes copies of this documentation available to the student.
- The College refund policy allows for return of monies for any agreed services not delivered including instances where the College defaults.
- In dealing with fee-paying students, the College will seek to avoid causing financial distress and exploitation.
Financial
Financial Planning
The College is committed to equipping students to develop sound financial management as part of their leadership development. This is taught in the Certificate IV in Ministry course. Further financial planning support is provided via the pastoral care network and Hillsong College Finance Department can also provide additional advice on request.
In regards to College fees, the College provides students with the option of using payment plans that are tailored to meet the students’ specific circumstances and which allow regular instalments. These are created by the College Finance Department and are introduced in the enrolment process. During the period of enrolment, those who are experiencing difficulty in their financial commitments to the College are identified by the College Finance Department and administration staff.
Financial Standards
- There is proper documentation of the contractual and financial relationship between the students and the College. The College makes copies of this documentation available to the student.
- The College refund policy allows for return of monies for any agreed services not delivered including instances where the College defaults.
- The College protects fee-paying students from financial distress and exploitation
Refund Policy
Refund Policy
Where the course does not run, the tuition fees will be refunded in full, in line with the provisions of the ESOS Act 2000 and the ESOS Regulations 2001.
Where a stream does not run, students have the opportunity to transfer to another stream, or withdraw and request a refund of course fees that have been paid.
Where the student withdraws prior to the course commencement, the course fees will be refunded in full.
Where the student withdraws after the commencement of the course, course fees for current term/semester and incidental fees will not be refunded. Fees for subsequent terms/semesters will be fully refundable.
Students are required to apply in writing for fee refunds.
All applications for refunds will be processed in 28 days from the day of application.
The Australian Government has implemented legislation to protect and assist students in the unlikely event that the College ceases operations and is unable to deliver its courses. Continue reading “Refund Policy”
Fees Policy
Fee Payments
It is essential that students uphold their financial responsibilities during their time at College. The following applies to all students:
Students are responsible to ensure that all fees are paid promptly.
Students will not be permitted to enrol until their semester fees have been paid or a payment plan has been setup.
Students wanting to extend their studies will not be permitted to do so if they have not paid their current semester’s fees or any arrears in rent.
Fees can be paid by cheque, credit card, debit card or BPAY. Payment by cash is not available.
Fees are to be paid in accordance with the available Payment Options (for Domestic or International Students)