Registration and Fees
Please read this entire section before beginning registration.
- For questions regarding classes, please call 513-529-7395 or email CraftSummer@MiamiOH.edu.
- For questions regarding registration, contact Global Initiatives Office at 513-529-8600
Participants must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or its equivalent.
You may take courses as non-credit or for-credit.
Waitlist
When maximum enrollment has been reached, workshops are closed for registration. You can request to be placed on the waitlist by contacting CraftSummer at (513) 529-7395 or CraftSummer@MiamiOH.edu
2023 Non-Credit Workshop Registration
(Updated 10/11/2022)
Registration fees do not include housing fees, studio materials costs, food, and incidental expenses.
Registration fees and waivers are subject to change without notice.
2023 Non-Credit Workshop Fees
- Weekend or Two Day: $299
- Weeklong: $475
Payment by Check
Make checks payable to Miami University.
Mail to:
Miami University
Global Initiatives
531 East Spring Street
214 MacMillan Hall
Oxford, OH 45056
Payment by Credit Card
If using a credit card, there will be a small convenience fee.
Please Note: Tuition Waivers cannot be used for non-credit registration.
2023 Credit Workshop Registration
Instructional fees do not include housing fees, studio materials costs, food, and incidental expenses.
Graduate Course Credit: If not already admitted to the university, credit program admission is only applicable for credit programs offered through Global Initiatives. A bachelor's degree is required to receive graduate credit for a program.
No more than eight of the most recent graduate hours earned on Credit Program or Continuing Graduate non-degree Standing (CGS) can be applied toward a graduate degree, and then only with the approval of the department. This process could take a couple of weeks, so start early!
To apply to a graduate degree program or CGS, visit the Graduate School.
Retired employees: The fee waiver benefit for retired employees excludes graduate courses. Retired employees must contact Benefit Services at 513-529-3926 for a specific form regarding retirement status prior to registering for classes. CraftSummer classes must be taken as undergraduate for retirees to receive the fee waiver.
Miami Students: Workshop fees are in addition to your spring or summer tuition. Refer to your Bursar bill and make sure your fees are cleared before the workshop begins.
2023 Credit Workshop Fees
All fees are approximate and are subject to change
Graduate Students
- Weekend or two-day: $375
- Weeklong: $562
Undergraduate Students
Ohio Residents:
- Workshop Instructional Fee: $526.46
- Workshop General Fees (includes Tech, Facilities, Transit, & Armstrong): $116.81
- TOTAL per credit hour: $643.27
Non-Ohio Residents:
- Workshop Instructional Fee: $526.46
- Workshop General Fees (includes Tech, Facilities, Transit, & Armstrong): $116.81
- Non-Resident Surcharge: $837.99
- TOTAL per credit hour: $1,481.26
Ohio Residents:
- Workshop Instructional Fee: $526.46
- Workshop General Fee: $54.92
- Armstrong Fee: $11.28
- TOTAL per credit hour: $592.66
Non-Ohio Residents:
- Workshop Instructional Fee: $526.46
- Workshop General Fee: $54.92
- Armstrong Fee: $11.28
- Non-Resident Surcharge: $837.99
- TOTAL per credit hour: $1,430.65
Administrative Fee
Students who register for credit will be assessed a $25 per student/ per workshop fee for all workshops held in Ohio or online. The registration fee is non-refundable unless a workshop is canceled by Miami University. The registration fee applies to credit registrations only.
Important information when registering as graduate or undergraduate credit
- When registering for credit please ignore the request to provide information regarding health and immunization records. This is not required for CraftSummer workshops.
- For graduate credit, please follow instructions in confirmation email regarding acceptance into graduate status to complete your registration.
Studio/Supply Fees
Studio materials fees are charged to cover the cost of supplies and materials used in each workshop. When possible these fees are calculated on a personal use basis. In some workshops, due to the nature of materials being used, it is necessary for fees to be evenly assessed to all participants.
All workshops have a minimum $10 studio fee. Additional supply fees will range depending on the course and are collected on the final day of the class Please be prepared to pay with check or credit card (Visa, M/C or Discover).
Please note: Miami University is no longer able to accept cash for lab fees or payments.
Estimated materials/supplies fee
Instructors have created supply & materials list with simplicity and cost effectiveness in mind. You will receive a list with links for purchase. In many cases you may already have some of the items.
Payment Policy for a Workshop
All registrations are administered through Miami University’s Global Initiatives Office. However, if you have questions about workshops, please call the CraftSummer Office staff at (513) 529-7395 or email CraftSummer@miamioh.edu.
- If you are taking a workshop as undergraduate/graduate credit, workshop fees will be added to your student/participant Bursar account. No paper bill will be mailed so you will need to access your bill online at myMiami. If you do not remember your UniqueID and password, please contact ITHelp Desk at (513) 529-7900.
- You must pay for the workshop within 10 days AND prior to the first day of the workshop to avoid potential cancellation of your credit workshop registration. Please note: non-payment is not considered a formal withdrawal request. Please follow the withdrawal policy if you do not plan on attending the workshop. Cancellation and refund policies are stated on the registration form. Please read carefully. Administration fees are non-refundable. View payment options »
- If you are taking the workshop as non-credit, you must pay upon registration.
Discounts for Miami Employees
Fee Waivers
Please note: The Employee Fee Waiver form must be filled out every year prior to registration for workshops.
- Miami University Fee Waivers for Miami University faculty, staff, or dependents can only be used when taking workshops for credit. Fee waivers cannot be applied to non-credit workshops.
- The waiver is approximately 90%. Fee waiver does not cover materials and lab fees.
- Retired employees: The fee waiver benefit for retired employees excludes graduate courses. Retired employees must contact Benefit Services for a specific form regarding retirement status prior to registering for classes.
Special Rate for Qualifying Faculty, Staff and Dependents
Weekend workshop $60
Weeklong workshop $90
(Approximate cost, other fees apply)
If you're unsure about your eligibility for Miami's fee waiver, contact Benefit Services, 513-529-3926.
Non-Credit Workshops
To withdraw from a non-credit workshop, email your request to CraftSummer@MiamiOH.edu
Be sure to include your name, course details, and how you paid. You will be refunded in the same manner in which you paid. Check refunds typically take 10 days to two weeks. If you paid using a credit card, convenience fees are not refunded, and the refund will be put back on the credit card used to make payment.
Refund Policy for Non-Credit Workshops
- Withdrawing 30 days or more before the start of course: full refund
- Withdrawing between 7-29 days before the start of course: 50% refund
- Withdrawing less than 7 days before a course: no refund
Credit Workshops
To withdraw from a credit workshop, email your request to Global@MiamiOH.edu
Be sure to include your name and course details.
- To receive a refund of tuition only, you must withdraw by noon on the last business day before the workshop begins.
- Administrative fees are non-refundable unless Miami cancels the course.
All CraftSummer workshops are subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrollment. This decision is usually made 14 calendar days prior to the start date. In the event of cancellation, our office will notify you through email.
- For questions regarding classes, please call 513-529-7395 or email CraftSummer@MiamiOH.edu.
- For questions regarding registration, contact Global Initiatives Office at 513-529-8600
Housing
Although university housing is not available, special rates may be secured from the following local hotels.
Marcum Hotel
951 E. Withrow Street
Oxford, OH 45056
The Marcum has a special rate for CraftSummer Attendees.
Weekday Rate: $95 / per night plus taxes
Weekend Rate: $169 / per night plus taxes
Participants can either email poppelal@miamioh.edu or book online, adding "CraftSummer participant" in the notes to secure the special rate.
White Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast
information@whitegardeninn.com
513-524-5827
CraftSummer rates are $99- $150. Reservations must be made over the phone and mention CraftSummer to get the discounted rate.
Other Hotels in the area
Best Western
6 E Sycamore St
Oxford, OH 45056
(513) 523-0000
Hampton Inn
375 S College Ave.
Oxford, OH 45056
(513) 524-2012
Elms
75 S Main St.
Oxford, OH 45056
(513) 524-2002
Comfort Inn
375 S College Ave.
Oxford, OH 45056
(513) 524-2012
Parking on Campus
Workshops are held on the Oxford campus of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio unless otherwise stated. This academic and rural community is 35 miles north of Cincinnati and 45 miles southwest of Dayton.
- All weeklong participants are required to purchase their own parking passes online. A link will be provided soon.
- Parking passes are not required for weekend workshops.
Please review the parking areas at the Parking and Transportation site.
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