Dependent Tuition Waiver and Enrollment Options 101

Important Enrollment and Admission Information

Admission of a dependent to the Tulane University Undergraduate Program, the School of Professional Advancement, or the Tuition Exchange is NOT an automatic benefit of employment at Tulane University. Please review the following presentation materials and contact the appropriate department to understand the requirements for admission.

If your dependent is considering applying to the Undergraduate Program, please follow the tips below from the Office of Admission.

Schedule a formal campus visit with an information session and campus tour
Apply early (Early Decision or Early Action)
Thoroughly complete the application for admission (optional statement, activities)
Maintain contact with our liaison for faculty and staff dependents, Kristin Guidry
Read the TU Admission Blog – lots of great tips on there

Visit the Undergraduate Admission site to explore campus visits, admission and financial aid programs, including programs for Louisiana students.

FAQ's

Is there a tax liability for receiving a dependent tuition waiver benefit?

No.

Are there dependent tuition waiver benefits for graduate classes or degree programs?

No.

Is dual enrollment (a high school student taking Tulane courses) really covered by the tuition waiver benefit?

Yes.

Are there any limits on how many waivers a student can receive (ie. Is it a requirement to graduate in four years)?

No, there is no limit on number of semesters for undergraduate courses.

For the tuition exchange program, does a dependent of a faculty/staff member from the university where my dependent want to go need to come to Tulane?

Not necessarily. The exchange refers to an overall number of import students versus export students. We are not required to have an exchange with a specific member school in order for a scholarship to be offered. However, the school of interest may include that criteria as part of their own policy for scholarship selection.

If a dependent chooses to apply early action to NTC through undergraduate admission in November, if the student is not admitted, is there still time to apply to SoPA for the fall?

Yes, all final admission notifications are made by April 1 regarding applications for full-time study at NTC. The SoPA deadline is typically in early August.

Is there ever an option for a dependent in SoPA to live in Tulane residence halls?

No.