Community Education Fees

Community Education Refund Policy

We understand that plans can change. The following guidelines apply to all non-credit courses offered through Community Education.

1. General Refund Schedule

Refund eligibility is determined by the length of the specific course and when the request is submitted. To receive a 100% refund, you must meet the following deadlines:

Refund Deadline

• Long-Term (6+ weeks) - Five calendar days after the first course meeting.
• Short-Term Classes and Workshops (1-5 sessions) - 2 days prior to the first session meeting.

Note: No full or partial refunds will be issues once these deadlines have passed except in special circumstances.

2. Important Policy Details

• Individual Start Dates: Because courses begin at various times, refund deadlines are calculated based on the individual course start date rather than the general college term start date.
• One-Time Courses: Due to limited seating and supply costs, workshops require at least two business days' notice for a refund.
• No-Shows: If you do not attend a registered course, you are not eligible for a refund or credit.
• Special Circumstances: Requests involving medical issues or extenuating circumstances are reviewed on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Community Education staff.

3. Cancellations & Changes

• College Cancellations: If a course is canceled by the college due to unforeseen circumstances or low enrollment, a 100% refund is issued automatically.
• Instructor Changes: The college reserves the right to substitute instructors if necessary. A change in instructor does not create a new window for refund eligibility.
• Course Disruption: In the event of instructor illness, inclement weather, or other course disruptions out of your control, we will do our best to reschedule courses if possible. Disruptions may not necessitate a refund.

4. How to Request a Refund

To drop a course and request a refund, you must contact the Community Education team directly:

• Phone: 541-917-4840
• Email: communityed@linnbenton.edu
• Office: Visit us at the Benton Center Registration Desk in Corvallis or Luckiamute 110 in Albany.