1. Program Qualifications
   All programs advertised and enrolled through the Online University of France will result in qualifications awarded solely by partner universities, not by Université Libérale de Paris. This arrangement enables Université Libérale de Paris to offer flexible tuition fee support for students studying outside of France.

2. Tuition Fee Payments
   As an official member of Université Libérale de Paris, the Online University of France requires all tuition fees to be paid directly to Université Libérale de Paris. Payments made to any other entity will not be recognized.

3. Role of Local Partners
   In regions where Université Libérale de Paris has established local partners, students experiencing payment difficulties may contact the local partner for assistance. Local partners are authorized solely to facilitate the payment process and are not entitled to claim these payments as revenue.

4. Fee Terms and Conditions
   Students are obligated to comply with the fee terms and conditions in place at the time of their initial registration. These terms are subject to annual adjustments. This agreement remains valid for the standard duration of the course plus an additional two years. Should a student fail to complete the course within this period, updated tuition terms and conditions will apply.

5. Responsibility for Tuition Payments
   Students are ultimately responsible for ensuring that their tuition fees are paid in full and on time.

6. Disqualification for Non-Payment
   Université Libérale de Paris and its partner universities reserve the right to disqualify any new or continuing student who fails to pay tuition and/or other fees, or who does not arrange satisfactory payment terms within a set period after the start of their course.

7. Graduation and Certification Restrictions
   The Online University of France, Université Libérale de Paris, and its partner universities reserve the right to prohibit students from participating in graduation ceremonies or receiving certificates of merit if any tuition-related debts remain unpaid.

By enrolling in programs offered through the Online University of France, students acknowledge and agree to adhere to these policies and any updates made by Université Libérale de Paris or its partner universities.

1. Deposit Requirement
   International undergraduate and postgraduate applicants may be required to pay a deposit to receive their Letter of Acceptance (LoA). This deposit is non-refundable.

2. Deferral and Reapplication
   If an applicant chooses to defer their start date or wishes to reapply for a new course at Université Libérale de Paris (formerly SIMI Swiss), the university may retain the full deposit. However, this policy only applies to the next available start date. Applicants must submit an official request, along with supporting documentation, to support@paris-u.fr within 10 working days from receiving the final registration deadline notification email for these arrangements to be considered.

3. Refund Policy
   In the following cases, the full deposit will be refunded to the original payee within 14-30 working days, depending on the payment method used:

   • The university does not extend an offer after the deposit is paid.
   • The university withdraws the applicant’s offer for reasons unrelated to fraudulent, non-genuine, or negligent application actions by the student or their agent.
   • The applicant does not meet the academic conditions specified in the university’s conditional offer.
   • The applicant’s visa application is denied, except in cases involving fraudulent, non-genuine, or negligent application actions by the student or their agent.
   • The applicant cannot travel due to extraordinary circumstances, such as a pandemic like COVID-19.

4. Non-Refundable Circumstances
   Deposits will NOT be refunded in the following scenarios:

   • The university withdraws the applicant’s offer due to fraudulent, non-genuine, or negligent actions in the application process by the student or their agent.
   • The applicant’s visa is refused due to fraudulent, non-genuine, or negligent application actions by the student or agent.
   • The applicant defers their start date and later decides to withdraw from the program.
   • The university determines that the application does not belong to a genuine student.

5. Anti-Fraud Measures
   If the university identifies or suspects fraudulent payment activity, it will take appropriate action in line with its Anti-Money Laundering Policy. In cases of payment fraud, whether intentional or unintentional, the university reserves the right to reject an application, withdraw the Letter of Acceptance, or deregister a student from the course without further recourse. In such cases, the university will comply with the applicable statutory legislation.

Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) and the Online University of France recognize that there are legitimate reasons why enrolled students may not be able to complete their programs to their benefit. In such cases, the institutions maintain an equitable policy for tuition adjustments or refunds, aligned with relevant French regulations. Detailed records of tuition refunds and enrollment cancellations are kept to support management analysis and decision-making.

The Tuition Refund Policy sets forth the guidelines for the settlement of students' accounts in instances where students are unable to complete their program due to legitimate reasons.

1. Refund of Application Fee
   The application fee is refundable under specific conditions as outlined below:

2. Refund of Paid Tuition Fees

   • 100% Refund: If the student has not yet commenced their studies and has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the university at least 4 weeks before the program start date.
   • 50% Refund: If the student has not yet commenced their studies and has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the university at least 2 weeks before the program start date.
   • No Refund: If the student discontinues or withdraws from the program after 12 weeks from the start date or fails to obtain an approved Withdrawal Request from the university.

Postgraduate research students may be required to pay bench fees to cover the cost of equipment usage and/or to extend their research period. These fees are estimated and will be itemized separately from the tuition fees on the invoice. Payment of these fees must adhere to the terms and conditions specified on the invoice.

Students who enroll in courses for a repeat period are required to pay tuition fees proportional to the credit hours being retaken.

Additionally, students enrolled in deferred repeats or repeating courses without attendance will be subject to a new fee, as specified by the institution’s fee policy.

Université Libérale de Paris (Paris-U) and the Online University of France acknowledge that there may be legitimate reasons preventing enrolled students from completing their programs to their benefit. In such cases, the institutions follow an equitable policy for tuition adjustments or refunds, in accordance with relevant French regulations. Records of tuition refunds and enrollment cancellations are maintained to support management analysis and decision-making.

The Tuition Refund Policy outlines the guidelines for settling students' accounts in cases where students cannot complete their program due to legitimate reasons.

1. Refund of Application Fee
   The application fee may be refunded conditionally based on the circumstances outlined below.

2. Refund of Paid Tuition Fees

   • 100% Refund: If the student has not yet commenced their studies and has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the university at least 4 weeks before the program start date.
   • 50% Refund: If the student has not yet commenced their studies and has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the university at least 2 weeks before the program start date.
   • No Refund: If the student withdraws or discontinues after 12 weeks from the start date or fails to obtain an approved Withdrawal Request from the university.

Postgraduate research students in their extension year have two fee options:

1. Full-Year Extension Fee: Covers 12 months of study.
2. Half-Year Extension Fee: Covers 6 months of study.

Policy Details:

• If a student completes their research early within the six-month extension period, no discount or fee adjustment will be provided.
• If a student opts for the full-year extension fee but completes their research within six months, their fee will be adjusted to the half-year rate.

For students who submit their thesis early within the normal enrollment period, no tuition fee reduction will be offered. This policy ensures consistency and clarity in handling extensions and early completions.

• Pausing Studies and Course Changes
  Students may pause their studies with the approval of their School's Head. When students change their course within the same study mode or take a break from their program, the university will adjust their tuition fees based on the relevant liability periods and the applicable annual fee. However, tuition fees remain unchanged if students temporarily withdraw from one or more modules.

• Transfers from Full-Time to Part-Time Study
  For postgraduate students transitioning from full-time to part-time study, tuition fees will be recalculated on a pro-rata basis, determined by the tuition payment deadline. The total cost for part-time completion will not exceed the cost of an equivalent full-time program, provided the student completes the course without any interruptions or retake of credits.

• Determination of Refund Amount
  For all other students, the institute will assess the portion of tuition fees applicable to the student or their sponsoring entity for refund purposes at the time of transfer or study interruption.

• Management of Credit Balances and Outstanding Balances
  If a student interrupts their studies and has paid more than the recalculated reduced fee, the excess amount will be carried forward and applied as a deduction toward their tuition fees for the next registration period. Students have the right to request a refund of this credit balance.

  If the amount paid is less than the recalculated tuition at the time of interruption, the student or their sponsoring entity must pay the outstanding balance immediately. Failure to settle this debt may result in the student being barred from the university and prohibited from continuing their program.

• Pro-Rata Fees for Returning Students
  Upon returning from an interruption, students will typically be charged a pro-rata fee corresponding to the remaining credits required to complete that academic year. Students enrolled in Learning at Work courses who resume their studies will be charged a fee calculated as a percentage of the full amount, based on the fee structure from the year before they paused their studies.

• Fee Adjustments for Thesis Work and Inflation
  For taught undergraduate and postgraduate students returning solely to work on a thesis, fees will be adjusted to reflect any inflation-related increases in the academic year of their return.

• Fee Adjustments for Extended Interruptions
  For postgraduate students whose studies are interrupted for 12 months, the tuition fees for the academic year of return will be charged, minus any fees paid for the previous period of study before the interruption. If the interruption is less than 12 months, upon resumption, the standard tuition fee for the entire year may be charged. However, these students may be granted a period at the end of their studies during which no tuition fee is due, equivalent to the remaining duration of the interruption.