Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Community Education and Continuing Education?

The Community Education Program (CEP) provides a way to take regular UO classes without being formally admitted. Simply put, it is a non-admitted student status. In contrast, the division of Continuing Education provides a variety of credit and non-credit programs for professional development and lifelong learning.

What mandatory fees are included in CEP tuition?

Mandatory fees CEP students pay includes: Technology, Building, Registration, Recreation and Fitness Center, Energy Surcharge, Incidental fees, and any current surcharges. CEP students do not pay the Health Service fee and therefore are not eligible for health and counseling services.

Can a student choose to not pay any of these fees if the covered services are not used?

No, these are mandatory fees that are part of the tuition assessment.

What fees are CEP students NOT paying as part of their tuition assessment?

CEP students do not pay Resource, Matriculation, and Health Service fees. The Course fee varies depending on enrollment and selected courses. Please note: self-support courses have designated course section fees that replace the regular tuition and mandatory fees assessment, which limits access to some campus services. For more information on this, see the Office of the Registrar’s "How Much Will It Cost?" information page.

Do CEP students receive the services that are covered by the new Matriculation fee, even though they don't pay that fee?

Yes. Therefore, CEP students will not be required to pay for transcripts or for change of program fees. For more information on this, visit the Office of the Registrar’s page on the Matriculation fee.

Are CEP students eligible for Health Center and Counseling Center services?

CEP students do not pay the Health Service fee and therefore are not eligible for health and counseling services.

Are CEP students eligible for student housing?

No. Student housing is only available to admitted students. However, CEP students who are in the process of applying for matriculation status may apply for special consideration by contacting the Office of University Housing.

Are CEP students eligible for financial aid?

No. To be eligible for financial aid a student must be admitted to a degree program (matriculating) and enrolled at least half-time. If a student wants to take more than 8 credits per term and pursue financial aid, it may be best for the student to seek admission to the university and become a matriculating student.

How do I register for a class as a CEP student?

CEP students must first complete an "eligibility form" and get a Personal Access Code (PAC). Registration is completed through the DuckWeb online registration system. Specific course information is obtained from the Online Schedule of Classes.