General Enrollment Contract

Application Terms:

  1. By submitting this application, you are agreeing to these terms and conditions, which form a legal contract between you and University of the Pacific International (“UOPI”). If you are submitting this application on behalf of another person it is your responsibility to ensure that the person applying to University of the Pacific (“UOP”) is aware of these terms and accepts them, and by submitting the application you are warranting that you have made the applicant aware of these terms and that they have accepted these terms.

Enrollment Contract – Student’s Acceptance of the Offer

UNIVERSITY OF THE PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL ENROLLMENT CONTRACT

General

  1. By submitting your deposit, you are agreeing to this Enrollment Contract, which forms a legal contract between you and University of the Pacific International (“UOPI” “we” or “us”). UOPI reserves the right to amend this Enrollment Contract from time to time.
  2. In addition to this Enrollment Contract, as part of your offer you have received other information and documents that contain additional terms of your participation. Please familiarize yourself with all documentation provided to you by UOPI.

Tuition and Fees; Refunds

  1. Tuition and fees payment: Following payment of the deposit, you must pay the remaining outstanding balance shown on your invoice by the due date indicated on the invoice. You are responsible for paying the full invoice amount, including any banking or processing fees, to UOPI. UOPI has the right to amend prices due to University actions, governmental actions, or other events beyond its control.
  2. Failure to Pay. Failure to pay by your payment deadline may lead to penalties, including late fees (charged at USD$25 per day), inability to gain access to campus housing and use of a meal plan, and a hold on your account that will prevent you from enrolling in classes. If you are unable to enroll due to nonpayment of tuition and fees you may become in violation of your immigration status, and we will be required to report such violation to the SEVIS database maintained by the Department of Homeland Security; you may lose your immigration status and be deported from the U.S. As a result, you may be dismissed from UOPI.
  3. Deposit Refunds. We will only refund your deposit if you provide us with written notification and documentation showing that your visa application has been denied prior to the move-in date. Otherwise, we do not refund deposits.
  4. Refunds for Cancellation of Enrollment. If you cancel your enrollment prior to your move-in date (found here: www.uopinternational.org/admission-ge) you may request a full refund of fees paid, less housing and any other non-refundable fees*. After the start of the program, you may be eligible for the partial refunds listed in the table below. After the no refund period listed below, all tuition and fees for the entire duration of your program at UOPI are nonrefundable.

 

Before the first week of class, students are eligible to receive: 100% refund*
During the first week of class, students are eligible to receive: 50% refund*
During the second week of class or later, students are eligible to receive: 0% refund*
  1. Refunds Generally. You must submit your refund request for all eligible refunds within 60 days of program completion, withdrawal, or dismissal. The request form can be found at the UOPI office. All refunds will be issued in U.S. Dollars, minus bank transfer and processing fees, including any fees incurred for a rejected payment, according to the exchange rate in place at the time of the refund. All eligible refunds will be processed when students complete, withdraw, or are dismissed from our program.  This may be transferred to the student’s university account or processed as a refund directly to the student. Refunds are typically issued within 60 business days from receipt of completed form

Accommodations & Services

  1. Airport Transfers. Requests for airport transfer service must be made at least 2 weeks in advance of arrival by visiting https://www.uopinternational.org/before-you-arrive. Airport transfers are available for your initial arrival on campus for flights arriving at the Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Airport transfers are also available for flights arriving at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), however flying into Sacramento International Airport is strongly encouraged. We cannot guarantee a reservation for a request made less than 2 weeks in advance. If your flight is cancelled or delayed, you must call the emergency telephone number published in the Next Steps Brochure to inform UOPI staff of the new arrival date or time. Airport transfer fees are nonrefundable.
  2. Housing Accommodation and Meal Plan. You are required to commit to a reservation in approved UOPI housing. We will provide you with a housing contract prior to your move-in date containing the terms of your residency. If you are unable to live in UOPI-approved housing, you must request a housing waiver by completing the housing preference form. Please be aware that we will only waive the housing requirement in extenuating circumstances. Payment for housing is due in full two weeks prior to the move-in date unless you are on a payment plan pre-approved by UOPI. Late housing payments or failure to pay housing costs may result in additional fees. Cancelling your housing contract may result in forfeiture of your entire housing payment. You must also purchase and enroll in a meal plan (this requirement does not apply to summer term). The cost of a meal plan is nonrefundable during your program.
  3. Health Insurance. All international students studying at UOP are required to be covered by health insurance that meets the U.S. Government and California requirements. Not all services are covered, and the student is responsible for any outstanding balances for non-covered services.
    • a. You are required to purchase coverage from a UOPI-designated health plan as a condition of enrollment.
    • b. You must have completed a Student Health Center Mandatory Immunization Form documenting proof of immunity to Measles (Rubeola), Mumps and German Measles (Rubella) [MMR]; one Diphtheria/Tetanus booster within the past ten years; two doses of Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine; series of Hepatitis B vaccine; polio vaccine (if under the age of 18) and the Meningoccocal vaccine. Mandatory Immunization Forms may be obtained here: www.pacific.edu/immunizationcompliance. You must have completed immunization documentation prior to class registration in order to enroll in any courses. All immunization forms must be translated in English.
    • c. You are fully and solely responsible for the payment of any premiums or other costs associated with maintaining health insurance coverage, and neither UOP nor UOPI shall be responsible for payment of any funds related to a student’s health insurance. Be advised that the cost of health insurance is typically non-refundable, unless permitted by the terms and conditions of a particular plan.

UOPI Policies, Procedures and Requirements

Academic

  1. Vacation, Holidays and School Closures. Please familiarize yourself with the University’s Academic Calendar for holidays and vacations. Classes will not be held on designated school vacations and may be cancelled on public holidays. We do not make reimbursements for classes not offered due to planned or unplanned school closures.
  2. Absences. Failure to meet attendance requirements may lead to penalties, including loss of immigration status and deportation. You will not receive a refund if you lose immigration status due to class absences.
  3. Medical Withdrawal. If you need to withdraw from UOP for medical reasons you must apply for a valid medical withdrawal through the University. We will honor any tuition refunds granted by the University for a medical withdrawal in conflict with this Enrollment Contract, but please be aware that certain housing and other fees associated with UOPI may not be refundable.
  4. Program of Study. Upon arrival on campus, you will be required to take an English language assessment test. The results of the assessment test are used to place you on the program track that is appropriate for your skill level, If you choose to withdraw from UOPI because you do not wish to enroll in the track that your assessment test results require, the refund terms contained in this Enrollment Contract will apply to you.
  5. Academic Performance. Students are accepted to UOPI with the strict understanding that adherence to the UOPI academic standards as may be amended, is mandatory. You will not be allowed to proceed if you do not meet the minimum standards set by UOPI. If you are unable to proceed, you may be offered advice on suitable alternatives, including repeating courses or dismissal from UOPI. These alternative options may involve additional time and costs, including tuition and other fees which may require presenting additional proof of finances.
  6. Academic or Conduct Rule and Policy Violations. You may be suspended or expelled if you violate any of UOPI’s policies, rules, or regulations, which may result in the revocation of your immigration status. No refund will be given in cases of suspension or expulsion.
  7. Dismissal. If you are dismissed from the University or UOPI for any reason you may not-reapply to the University, your current program, or any other program offered by UOPI.
  8. UOPI Pre-Orientation Program (POP).  If you are beginning your UOPI program early through an in-person or virtual pre-orientation program, you are agreeing to the additional terms set forth here.  If you cancel your POP enrollment prior to its start date, you may request a full refund of POP fees paid, less any non-refundable fees such as banking, housing and administrative fees.   After start date, all tuition and fees for the entire duration of your Pre-Orientation Program at UOPI are nonrefundable.

Legal

  1. Photography, Filming and Sound Recording. UOPI or its representatives, affiliates, successors and related companies may arrange to photograph or shoot video footage of students for purposes of advertising, public relations, and/or promotion in any medium throughout the world, including on social media sites and on the internet. If you do not wish to participate you must advise us in writing and state at the time of the photography or video shooting the wish not to participate. By accepting this Enrollment Contract you are indicating your consent to use these photographs or video footage without further consent or notifications unless you follow the above opt-out requirements.
  2. Force Majeure. UOPI will not be liable in cases where UOP and/or UOPI is unable to fulfill any services because of fire, natural disaster, national emergency, act of government, acts of war or terrorism, failure of suppliers or subcontractors, labor disputes or any other reasons which are beyond UOP’s or UOPI’s control.
  3. Liability. The liability of Shorelight-Tigercat, LLC d/b/a University of the Pacific International, its parent Shorelight Education, LLC, and their group companies, their directors, officers, employees, affiliates, agents and partners with respect to losses arising from negligence (except where such liability cannot be excluded as a matter of law), breach of contract or otherwise will be limited in all circumstances to the full amount paid to UOP, UOPI, or the relevant group company by the relevant student for the particular program. Such companies and persons will in no circumstances have any liability for indirect or consequential losses or damages. Any dispute, claim or other matter arising will be subject to the jurisdiction and laws of California without regard to the choice of law rules. Any legal suit, action or proceeding seeking to enforce any provision of, or based on any right or issues arising out of or related to this Enrollment Contract, shall be brought exclusively in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. By signing these terms and conditions, the student consents to and accepts the jurisdictions of such courts for the purpose of any such action or proceeding and agree to waive any objection to venue being laid therein.

 

University Policies, Procedures and Requirements

  1. As a student at UOPI you are also bound by the rules and regulations of the University of the Pacific (“UOP” or “University”), as those may be amended from time to time. These rules and regulations may be found at: https://www.pacific.edu/about-pacific/administrative-offices/office-of-the-registrar/academic-catalogs.
  2. In addition to this Enrollment Contract, as part of your offer you have received other University information and documents that contain additional terms of your participation. Please familiarize yourself with all documentation provided to you by UOP.
  3. In addition to the health insurance requirements listed in this Enrollment Contract, the terms of your health insurance must meet UOP requirements. You are fully and solely responsible for the payment of any premiums or other costs associated with maintaining health insurance coverage, and UOP is not responsible for payment of any funds related to your health insurance.
  4. Unless we inform you otherwise, your books and learning materials must be purchased through the University Bookstore.
  5. Conduct Rule and Policy Violations. You are required to adhere to UOP’s Student Code of Conduct, which can be found at https://www.pacific.edu/campus-life/safety-and-conduct/student-conduct/tiger-lore-student-code-of-conduct-/honor-code.html. You may be suspended or expelled if you violate any of UOP’s policies, rules, or regulations, which may result in the revocation of your immigration status. No refund will be given in cases of suspension or expulsion.
  6. Dismissal. If you are dismissed from UOPI or from the University for any reason you may not-reapply to UOPI, the University, your current program, or any other program offered by UOPI.
  7. Force Majeure. UOP is not liable in cases where UOP is unable to fulfill any services because of fire, natural disaster, national emergency, act of government, acts of war or terrorism, failure of suppliers or subcontractors, labor disputes or any other reasons which are beyond UOP’s control.

Visa Status

  1. F-1 Status. In order to maintain proper F-1 status, you must comply with all applicable Federal regulations related to study in the U.S., including pursuit of a full course of study. Please review UOP’s policies on student visa status and immigration found here: https://students.pulse.pacific.edu/x75697.html. You will be in jeopardy of losing your immigration status if you fail to maintain the necessary academic standing. We will be required to report any violations by you of your F-1 status to SEVP and the Department of Homeland Security. Your personally identifiable information, including course enrollment details and changes, and circumstances of any suspected breach by you of UOP’s or UOPI’s policies may be shared with the DHS, UOP and accrediting agencies, designated authorities, your parents, and UOPI staff and agents.
  2. Change of Status. If you intend to seek a change in immigration status, including permanent resident status, at any point during your anticipated tenure at UOP, you must disclose such intent at the time of application. Please be aware that scheduling and class attendance conflicts that arise from pursuing immigration status changes will not be accommodated and may prevent you from continuing at UOPI. You may be dismissed if you seek or obtain permanent residency in the U.S. No refunds will be given if you must withdraw due to your actual or anticipated change to permanent resident status.