The College of Arts & Sciences offers the opportunity for any member of Art + Design, Music, Theatre Arts, and Caine School of the Arts, including faculty, staff, or declared student major, to submit a proposal for differential tuition funding to enhance the experience of students in the Arts. Applicants are encouraged to read and closely follow the guidelines in preparing their proposals. The Differential Tuition Advisory Committee will review the proposals and make recommendations to the Director of the Caine School of the Arts for funding. Proposals are due in the fall for funding during the next fiscal year, beginning July 1.
Proposal Guidelines
Successful proposals will:
- Align with the mission of the school and/or department.
- Enhance the student experience.
- Improve visibility of the school and/or departments.
- Benefit students in multiple programs.
- Leverage funding from other sources.
- Be unlikely to be fully funded from state or student government resources.
Proposals must include:
- A completed cover sheet
- A one-page summary of the proposed project that explains how it meets the funding criteria
- A one-page budget
Additional Funding
History
In Fall 2013, the Caine College of the Arts (now part of the College of Arts and Sciences), instituted differential tuition to provide a more valuable college experience and control increasing course fees. Students in Art + Design, Music, and Theatre Arts pay $39.90 per academic credit. The funds generated from differential tuition have supported visiting artists, classroom improvements, student travel, URCO, and many more projects that continue to improve academic success and enhance the experience of students in the arts. The Director of the Caine School of the Arts, in consultation with the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, directs the use of these funds based on recommendations and input from the Differential Tuition Advisory Committee, which is comprised of students, faculty, and staff representing Art + Design, Music, Theatre Arts, and the Caine School of the Arts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Differential Tuition?
Differential Tuition is a per credit hour charge that helps the creative learning environment in the arts. Differential Tuition funding provides students in the arts with the training, experience, equipment, and facilities to attain excellence as performers, designers, instructors, and artists.
How are Differential Tuition funds administered?
The Director of the Caine School of the Arts, in consultation with the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, directs the use of these funds with recommendations from the Differential Tuition Advisory Committee, which is comprised of students, faculty, and staff representing Art + Design, Music, Theatre Arts, and the Caine School of the Arts. The actions of the committee and dean are governed by the charter for the Differential Tuition Advisory Committee. View examples of Differential Tuition projects.
Why does the College charge Differential Tuition?
In Fall 2013, the Caine College of the Arts (now part of the College of Arts and Sciences), instituted differential tuition to provide a more valuable college experience and control increasing course fees. Students in Art + Design, Music, and Theatre Arts pay $39.90 per academic credit. The funds generated from differential tuition have supported visiting artists, classroom improvements, student travel, URCO, and many more projects that continue to improve academic success.
What courses have Differential Tuition?
All courses offered by the Departments of Art + Design, Music, Theatre Arts, and the Caine School of the Arts have differential tuition.
What is the cost of Differential Tuition?
Students currently pay $39.90 per academic credit.
What are Differential Tuition funds to be spent on?
Funds generated from differential tuition support student research and creative activities, presentations by visiting artists and scholars, facilities improvement, new equipment and staffing, and other projects that enhance the student experience and improve the visibility of the arts at Utah State University. The Director of the Caine School of the Arts, in consultation with the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, directs the use of these funds into projects with recommendations and input from the Differential Tuition Advisory Committee, which is comprised of students, faculty, and staff that represent the units with Differential Tuition.How can I submit a proposal for Differential Tuition?
The College of Arts & Sciences offers the opportunity for any member of Art + Design, Music, Theatre Arts, and Caine School of the Arts, including faculty, staff, or declared student major, to submit a proposal for differential tuition funding to enhance the experience of students in the Arts. Proposals are due during the fall for funding during the next fiscal year (beginning July 1). Applicants are encouraged to read and closely follow the guidelines in preparing their proposals. The Differential Tuition Advisory Committee will review the proposals and make recommendations to the Director of the Caine School of the Arts for funding.
Who serves on the Differential Tuition Advisory Committee?
The Differential Tuition Advisory Committee is comprised of students, faculty, and staff members that represent each of the departments in the college.
Proposal Deadlines
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Those wishing to submit a proposal should check with department offices for possible earlier deadlines that allow department head review.
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