Students who are granted in absentia status will be assessed an in absentia tuition rate. In Absentia Status Financial support is determined by one’s adviser and department, in consultation with the Graduate School. In absentia students are not eligible to be appointed as Assistants in Instruction. Before applying for in absentia status, we encourage you to discuss funding with your adviser and/or DGS. The absentia tuition rate includes the mandatory 12-month Student Health Plan (SHP) fee. In Absentia Enrollment Amount Tuition $4,150 SHP Fee $3,000 TOTAL $7,150