Understanding Your Payments
As an RVCC student, it’s important to pay your tuition on time. If you don’t, you may be dropped from your classes.
Payment Options
Summer 2023 Tuition
In-County (Hunterdon/Somerset Counties)
- $174 per credit
Out-of-County or Out-of-State
Out-of-county tuition applies to out-of-state students. All out-of-county residents who provide proof of employment in either Somerset or Hunterdon counties at the time of registration will receive a $80 per credit hour reduction on their tuition.
- $254 per credit
Early Credits Program
- Regular in-county or out-of-county tuition applies
Concurrent Enrollment Program
- $240 per course taken at the student’s high school
RISE (incarcerated students)
- $295 per credit
Tuition and fees are subject to change. In calculating the cost of your college education make sure to include fees.
Summer 2023 Fee Schedule
Application Fee
- Free
General Services Fee
This fee does not apply to Concurrent Enrollment Program courses. The general fee is charged per credit each semester to all students to cover the costs associated with a broad array of student success services. Included in these services are career and academic advising, counseling, tutoring, maintaining and updating technology, and student engagement activities. The general fee supports RVCC’s academic curricula, support services for students (both in-person and virtual), and program offerings. The fee is not earmarked for a particular program or student; rather, it facilitates programs and services that enhance course offerings and academic support for all students.
- $50 per credit hour
Nursing Program Fee
- $830 per semester for students officially enrolled in the College’s Nursing Program
Applied Music Fee
- $500
Occupational Therapy Assistant Fee
- $250 per semester for students officially enrolling in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Honors College Fee
- $150 per semester for students officially enrolling in the Honor’s College Program
Automotive Technology Program Fee
- $155 per credit for students officially enrolling in the Automotive Technology program
- $120 Uniform Fee (one time - at program start)
- $180 Industry Certification Fee (one time - aggregate)
International Student Processing Fee
- $200 per semester
Late Registration Fee
- $50 effective the first day of the start of the term
Official Transcript Fee
- $10 for each transcript
Returned Item Fee
- Students will be charged $25 for each returned check, credit card charge, and/or ACH transaction
Replacement Diploma Fee
- $15
Graduation Fee
- $35
Fees are subject to change. In calculating the cost of your college education make sure to include tuition.
Full tuition and fees are charged for auditing a class with the exception of individuals who qualify for the Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver.
Fall 2023 Tuition
In-County (Hunterdon/Somerset Counties)
- $180 per credit
Out-of-County or Out-of-State
Out-of-county tuition applies to out-of-state students. All out-of-county residents who provide proof of employment in either Somerset or Hunterdon counties at the time of registration will receive a $80 per credit hour reduction on their tuition.
- $260 per credit
Early Credits Program
- Regular in-county or out-of-county tuition applies
Concurrent Enrollment Program
- $240 per course taken at the student’s high school
RISE (incarcerated students)
- $305 per credit
Tuition and fees are subject to change. In calculating the cost of your college education make sure to include fees.
Fall 2023 Fee Schedule
Application Fee
- Free
General Services Fee
This fee does not apply to Concurrent Enrollment Program courses. The general fee is charged per credit each semester to all students to cover the costs associated with a broad array of student success services. Included in these services are career and academic advising, counseling, tutoring, maintaining and updating technology, and student engagement activities. The general fee supports RVCC’s academic curricula, support services for students (both in-person and virtual), and program offerings. The fee is not earmarked for a particular program or student; rather, it facilitates programs and services that enhance course offerings and academic support for all students.
- $50 per credit hour
Nursing Program Fee
- $930 per semester for students officially enrolled in the College’s Nursing Program
Applied Music Fee
- $500
Occupational Therapy Assistant Fee
- $250 per semester for students officially enrolling in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Honors College Fee
- $150 per semester for students officially enrolling in the Honor’s College Program.
Automotive Technology Program Fee
- $155 per credit for students officially enrolling in the Automotive Technology program
- $120 Uniform Fee (one time - at program start)
- $248 Industry Certification Fee (one time - aggregate)
International Student Processing Fee
- $200 per semester
Late Registration Fee
- $50 effective the first day of the start of the term
Official Transcript Fee
- $10 for each transcript
Returned Item Fee
- Students will be charged $25 for each returned check, credit card charge, and/or ACH transaction
Replacement Diploma Fee
- $15
Graduation Fee
- $50
Fees are subject to change. In calculating the cost of your college education make sure to include tuition.
Full tuition and fees are charged for auditing a class with the exception of individuals who qualify for the Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver.
Chargeback (Non-Somerset or Hunterdon County Resident) to Attend RVCC
Out-of-County residents (not Somerset or Hunterdon) attending RVCC for a program, certificate, or classes that their home county community college does not offer may seek in-county charges.
Required Steps
- Apply to RVCC and follow the 5-step process, and register for classes
- Contact the home county community college for their chargeback process and information
- Notify the home county community college that you applied to RVCC to pursue a program, certificate or class(es)
- Provide RVCC with either:
- The approved chargeback form, to confirm the registration to the RVCC admissions office, OR
- Present the Certificate of Residency to the RVCC Finance Office
Tuition and fee waivers are subject to change.
Chargeback (Somerset or Hunterdon County Resident) for Programs Not offered at RVCC
Somerset and Hunterdon County residents registering for a program or classes that RVCC does not offer may seek in-county charges at another community college in New Jersey that offers those programs or classes.
Chargeback is a two (2) part process with both RVCC Admissions and the County Treasurers Office. Chargeback requests must be completed each semester that a student registers for a program or class(es). Prior semesters will not be approved.
Part 1: Information for RVCC
- Fill out the RVCC Chargeback Request Form
- Requirements for a Program Chargeback Request:
- Acceptance letter from the New Jersey county college that they are accepted, specifying their program of study
- Placement test results or test waiver letter
- Program description
- Schedule of classes
- Requirements for Course-by-Course Chargeback request:
- Course description (for each course)
- Schedule of classes
Once submitted, the RVCC Chargeback Request Form will be evaluated. A decision will typically be made within 24 hours of receipt and will be sent via email.
Part 2: Information for Student's Home County Treasurer's Office
- The student will email the approved chargeback request form to their home county treasurer’s office to obtain the Certificate of Residency
- Once signed by the County Treasurer, the student then submit the Certificate of Residency to the community college where they will be taking classes
- The community college where they will be taking classes will adjust their Out-of-County rates to In-County rates
- The county office determines residency eligibility
County Treasurers' Contact Information:
- Hunterdon County Residents:
County Administrator's Office
71 Main Street
Building 1 - 1st Floor
Flemington, NJ 08822
lheller@co.hunterdon.nj.us
- Somerset County Residents:
County Treasurer’s Office
County Administration Building
20 Grove Street, 3rd Floor
Somerville, NJ 08876
chargebacks@co.somerset.nj.us
Chargeback Deadlines:
- Fall Semester: October 1
- Spring Semester: February 15
- Summer Semester: July 15
Please note, if you register for programs or classes that are different from the ones for which Chargeback was granted, you will need to refund the money and will no longer be eligible to receive Chargeback for any program or classes taken in the future.
For more information, contact:
- Nancy Fritz Hibo
Assistant Director of Admissions
nancy.mombay@raritanval.edu
Office Phone: 908-526-1200, ext. 8446
Cell: 908-297-0648
Tuition and fee waivers are subject to change.
Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver
Somerset and Hunterdon county residents age 65 and older may audit one qualifying academic-credit course each semester if space is available. Seniors will be charged a $50 General Services fee per credit and must pay for their own books and materials. To qualify, you must register during the five business days prior to the start of the course. No credit will be earned for taking the course.
Tuition and fee waivers are subject to change.
Unemployment Tuition Waiver
Somerset and Hunterdon County residents who have received tuition waivers may register five business days prior to the start of the semester. Out-of-county residents must first apply to their home county college, and register one day prior to the start of the semester.
All students must complete and bring the FAFSA financial aid application and an approved Unemployment Certification Waiver at the time of registration. All fees except the Late Registration Fee apply. If you enroll earlier than this date or do not have the completed FAFSA and approved waiver with you at the time of registration, you will be charged the regular tuition rate plus fees.
Tuition and fee waivers are subject to change.
National Guard & National Guard Reserves Tuition Waiver
Members of the New Jersey National Guard or the New Jersey National Guard Reserves taking up to 16 credits per semester are eligible to receive a tuition waiver. All fees apply.
Tuition and fee waivers are subject to change.
Volunteer Firefighters & Emergency Medical Personnel Tuition Waiver
Volunteers in active service as firefighters or emergency medical service workers and their families receive free tuition up to $600 per year and $2,400 in their lifetime per family. Family includes the volunteer their spouse, and children. All fees apply. Click here for form.
Tuition and fee waivers are subject to change.
September 11th Victims’ Family Tuition Waiver
Students directly related to a victim of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks are eligible for a tuition waiver. All fees apply.
Tuition and fee waivers are subject to change.
Tuition and Fees Cost
This chart provides the ability to view totals, which include tuition and the general services fee, at varying credit hour levels for students enrolled in classes offered at RVCC as Classroom, Online, Telecourses and Hybrid courses. It does not apply to Concurrent Enrollment classes held at the student's high school, or to the RISE program.
Please note: Special fees, such as the International Student Processing Fee, the Nursing Fee, the Honors College fee, the Occupational Therapy Assistant fee, the Applied Music fee and Automotive Program fees are not included and should be added to the amount derived from the table to determine your total cost, when applicable. If you register late, you should also add the $50 late registration fee to that total.
Tuition and fees are subject to change.
2022-2023 Academic Year
TUITION AND FEE CHART |
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Credits Hours | Hunterdon/Somerset County Cost | Out-of-County or Out-of-State Costs |
1 | $224 | $304 |
2 | $448 | $608 |
3 | $672 | $912 |
4 | $896 | $1,216 |
5 | $1,120 | $1,520 |
6 | $1,344 | $1,824 |
7 | $1,568 | $2,128 |
8 | $1,792 | $2,432 |
9 | $2,016 | $2,736 |
10 | $2,240 | $3,040 |
11 | $2,464 | $3,344 |
12 | $2,688 | $3,648 |
13 | $2,912 | $3,952 |
14 | $3,136 | $4,256 |
15 | $3,360 | $4,560 |
16 | $3,584 | $4,864 |
17 | $3,808 | $5,168 |
18 | $4,032 | $5,472 |
19 | $4,256 | $5,776 |
20 | $4,480 | $6,080 |