Teacher Training Department - Dalcroze, Eurhythmics, Solfege and Improvisation

Teacher Training Institute: Dalcroze Program
Policies and Information
2007-2008

REGISTRATION: There is a non-refundable, non-deductible $60 registration fee per new or returning student, per year. No student may register if any member of his or her family has an outstanding balance with the School.

TUITION: Students enroll in Dalcroze classes on a per semester basis. A semester is 15 weeks in length. Tuition is due to the School prior to the first class of the semester. Tuition is prorated for students enrolling after the semester has started. If a student enrolls after the first class of the semester, the prorated tuition is due prior to the first class attended.

WITHDRAWALS AND REFUNDS: Refunds for withdrawals will be made as follows: If written notification is received by the Department Head and Registrar 14 days prior to the first class of the semester, then 100% of the tuition is refunded. If notification is received before the day of the first class of the semester, but with less than 14 days notice, then a $60 withdrawal fee is charged. If notification is received on the day of or after the first class of the semester, but before the second class, the student will be charged for the first class and a $60 withdrawal fee. If notification is received after the second class of the semester, but before the third class, the student is charged for two classes and a $60 withdrawal fee. If notification is received after the third class of the semester, there is no tuition refund. There is no tuition refund for students who enrolled after the school year started and received prorated tuitions.

General

PAYMENT: Payment of tuition and fees can be made by checks or money orders only. The School does not accept credit cards or cash.

LATE PAYMENT: The School charges a late payment fee of $50 on all overdue accounts.

EXTENDED PAYMENT PLANS: Students may request extended payment plans. There is a $25 fee for an extended payment plan. The extended payment plan must be arranged in writing with the Registrar prior to September 15, 2007 or prior to the first lesson if the student enrolls after September 15, 2007. Late tuition payments without a written arrangement for an extended payment plan will be considered an overdue account and charged as such. Even if you have had an extended payment plan in the past, you must contact the Registrar in writing to arrange for a payment plan for the 2007-2008 school year.

MUSIC & MATERIALS: Students will be billed for music and materials as needed. Payment is due within 30 days of the date of the bill. If payment is not received within 30 days, the account will be considered overdue and will be charged as such.

TUITION DISCOUNT: If three or more members of one family (adults and/or children) are enrolled in private lessons, a 10% discount is given on the lesson which has the lowest tuition rate.

TUITION ASSISTANCE: A limited number of scholarships are available to students based on financial need. Students or their parents will need to complete an application and submit an income tax return. Priority is given to returning students and students who apply early. Contact the Financial Secretary for an application.

RETURNED CHECKS: There is a $20 fee for all returned checks.

MISSED LESSONS AND GROUP CLASSES: Individual lessons missed due to teacher absences will be made up at the earliest possible date. Private lessons and group classes missed due to student absences cannot be made up because of scheduling constraints.

PHOTOGRAPHY: By registering for lesson and/or classes, I grant permission for photographs and other images of me/my child to be used by The Diller-Quaile School of Music in publications for publicity purposes and to illustrate Diller-Quaile programs. These images will not be distributed, sold, or used beyond Diller-Quaile's promotional activities.

SNOW DAYS: Diller-Quaile is closed for snow when the New York City public schools close. Listen to WINS 1010AM and WOR 710AM for announcements. Diller-Quaile will arrange make-up days for such closings. Please call 212-369-1484 ext. 12 for more information.