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Distance
Learning
- The UA Distance Learning program works with other departments and units on campus to develop and deliver specialized certificates, degree programs, and individual courses using video, CD-ROM/DVD, and Web technology.
Independent Study
through Correspondence
- Independent Study through Correspondence credit courses are available to students anytime, anywhere. Students from middle school to graduate school can set their own pace and take up to nine months to complete a course. Any class offered for credit at UA Correspondence may also be taken for personal development or enrichment, for no credit.
Professional
Development
- Professional Development offers programs that train and prepare organizations and individuals in IT and business skills. Programs are delivered on campus or in customized courses at a company or workplace.
Credit
Outreach
- Credit Outreach offers a variety of flexibly-scheduled degree and certificate courses and programs for University of Arizona academic credit – both on and off the UA campus.
Evening &
Weekend Campus
- Evening & Weekend Campus is specifically designed to serve working adults, and addresses the educational needs of students who wish to earn a bachelor's degree, but can only attend classes in the evenings and on weekends. B.A. degrees in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS), Communication, Political Science, and Psychology are offered.
Youth
Programs
- Youth Programs - Students in grades 3-12 are introduced to the excitement of a college environment through specialty summer camps offered through UA academic units, including the College of Law, the College of Optical Sciences, the School of Music, and the College of Nursing.
Seniors' Programs
- Seniors' Programs includes two programs specifically designed for individuals 55 years of age and older: Elderhostel and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI). Elderhostel offers participants the opportunity to explore Tucson, Nogales, and Mexico through educational travel and programs. OLLI is a member-led organization featuring stimulating, noncredit learning on a university level.

Additional Resources

Outreach College Mailing List

Distance Learning:

Course Information & Schedules :: Optical Sciences Tuition & Fees

Tuition and Fees – Fall 2008

Students Living in Arizona
Course fees	1-unit course	$ 767	per 1-unit course
	3-unit course	$ 2,301	per 3-unit course
	4-unit course	$ 3,068	per 4-unit course
Financial Aid Trust Fee (mandatory for all University of Arizona students)*		$ 13	(up to 6 credits)
Outreach College Registration Fee*		$ 25
UA Technology Fee*		$ 57.50
Graduate Nondegree Application Fee*		$ 25	(where applicable)

* Non-refundable

Out-of-State Students
Course fees	1-unit course	$ 1,229	per 1-unit course
	3-unit course	$ 3,687	per 3-unit course
	4-unit course	$ 4,916	per 4-unit course
Financial Aid Trust Fee (mandatory for all University of Arizona students)*		$ 13	(up to 6 credits)
Outreach College Registration Fee*		$ 25
UA Technology Fee*		$ 57.50
Graduate Nondegree Application Fee*		$ 25	(where applicable)

* Non-refundable

Tuition Payment Plan
Payment 1 (TBA): Tuition Payment Plan Enrollment fee ($75)* 1/3 of Tuition plus AFAT* Graduate Non-degree Application fee (if applicable)* Professional certificate application fee (if applicable)* Course processing delivery fees Any other encumbrances posted to your account
Payment 2 (TBA): 1/3 of Tuition Any other encumbrances posted to your account
Payment 3 (TBA): 1/3 of Tuition Any other encumbrances posted to your account

Tuition Payment Plan

Payment 1 (TBA):

Tuition Payment Plan Enrollment fee ($75)*
1/3 of Tuition plus
AFAT*
Graduate Non-degree Application fee (if applicable)*
Professional certificate application fee (if applicable)*
Course processing delivery fees
Any other encumbrances posted to your account

Payment 2 (TBA):

1/3 of Tuition
Any other encumbrances posted to your account

Payment 3 (TBA):

1/3 of Tuition
Any other encumbrances posted to your account

* Non-refundable