How much does it cost to attend SHSU? Estimated Cost of Attendance What is the definition of "the first class day"? The first class day for the fall 2008 semester is Monday, August 25th. Even if your class does not meet on August 25th, this is still the first class day. A "class day" refers to University class days. It is not the number of days an individual class meets. Class days are counted from the first class meeting of on-campus daytime courses as indicated in the Academic Calendar. Example:  August 25th is the first class day for the fall 2008 semester even if your particular class doesn't meet until Thursday, August 28th.  August 28th will be considered the 4th class day. How do I get a copy of my statement & class schedule? Fee statements are available online. They are not mailed. When can I expect to receive my tuition refund for dropping a class? During the fall and spring semesters, tuition refunds are processed after the twelfth class day.    The twelfth class day for the fall semester is Tuesday, September 9th.  Refunds for the fall semester will be processed the weekend after the twelfth class day.  Refunds are sent to Higher One, and they will process the refund according to the refund preference designated through the BearKat OneCard.  If I am taking an distance learning course, how much does it cost? Please visit  "distance learning courses" for information on the cost.