Published
April 10, 2024
If your college or university charged you fees on top of tuition — activity, technology, convenience, or prepaid-card fees — you may be able to recover them.
How Do I Get Reimbursed for Junk College Fees?
Have you been charged fees for things necessary to your education but not covered by tuition? For example, purchasing goggles and other supplies for a science lab? Extra fees on top of tuition that can add significant financial burdens for students and families include some of these examples:• Activity Fees: These fees cover extracurricular activities, clubs, and events. While some are necessary, others may feel unnecessary or excessive.
• Technology Fees: Charged for access to online platforms, software licenses, or other tech-related services. Sometimes, these fees are bundled with tuition, making them less transparent.
• Residential Security Deposits: Required for on-campus housing. Although refundable, they can be an unexpected upfront cost.
• Late Payment Fees: If you miss a tuition payment deadline, colleges may impose late fees.
• Add-On or Unadvertised Prepaid Card Fees: Some colleges provide prepaid cards for financial aid disbursements, but these cards may have hidden fees.
• Document Preparation Fees: These fees might apply when requesting transcripts, certificates, or other administrative documents.
• Out-of-Network ATM Fees: If you use an ATM outside your college's network, you could incur additional charges.
• Checking Account Overdraft Fees: If your account balance goes negative, banks may charge overdraft fees.
• Restaurant Living Wage Fees: Some colleges add a fee to restaurant bills to support fair wages for staff.
• Online Convenience Fees: These fees apply when paying tuition or other bills online.
Status
Active Investigation
attorneys are reviewing potential claims
Claim Deadline
Ongoing
no fixed deadline while the investigation is open
Estimated Payout
Pending
depends on the fees charged and the facts of each case
Proof Required
Yes
billing statements or records showing the fees charged
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