Student Info

Incidental Fee 101

What is the Incidental Fee?

The Incidental Fee is a fee paid by every student through their tuition, and helps fund various student programs.  The incidental fee funds programs that promote students cultural and physical development, from student unions to intercollegiate athletics to childcare.  Fee funding for programs is determined through the democratic process within the ASUO.
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Where the money goes: the three major programs

STUDENT PROGRAMS

The Programs Finance Committee (PFC) allocates the budgets for more than 120 student groups each year. These groups then use the provided funds to put on events, attend conferences and offer students the opportunity to get involved.

EMU PROGRAMS

The Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Board oversees, budgets and makes policy for the implementation of the EMU's fee-funded programs, like the Craft Center, Club Sports and the Outdoor Program.


INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

The Athletic Contracs and Finance Committee (ACFC) negotiates the agreement with the Athletic Department to purchase student tickets to NCAA athletic events. They also work with the Recreation Center to bring students 'free' admission to our facilities on campus.

DEPARTMENTS

The Department Finance Committee (DFC) oversees nine additional departments.

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For all that money, what do we get?

Benefit (at no additional cost)

  • Athletic Tickets
  • KWVA Radio (FM 88.1)
  • LTD Passes (City Bus Rides)
  • Student Legal Services
  • OSA (Office of Student Advocacy)
  • DDS (Designated Driver Shuttle)
  • APS (Assault Prevention Shuttle)
  • Student Recreation Center
  • Service Learning Program
  • Career Center
  • Mentor Program
  • Crisis Center
  • Conflict Resolution Services
  • Rental Website
  • Campus Conferences and Speakers
  • SASS (Sexual Assault Support Services)
  • IRC (International Resource Center)
  • Coffee Hour (Fridays, IRC)
  • LGBTESSP
  • Disability Services Project
  • Fall & Spring Street Faires
  • Folk Festival and other Concerts
  • Pocket Playhouse Productions
  • Oregon Daily Emerald
  • Student Insurgent
  • Oregon Commentator
  • Oregon Voice
  • Siren
  • Korean Ducks

Other Benefits (with small charge)

  • Craft Center
  • Outdoor Program
  • Culture Nights
  • Child Care Subsidy
  • University Theatre
  • Spencer View Family Co-op
  • Intramural Sports
  • Club Sports

PLUS - opportunities to be involved in over 150 different ASUO student groups!

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Fee per Student for 2008-2009

The total Incidental fee per student for 2008-2009 is $195 per term. This breaks out by major program as

  • ACFC - $60/term
  • EMU - $85/term
  • PFC & DFC - $50/ term
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Lane Transit District

Looking for a fast and efficient way to get around Eugene?

Lane Transit District (LTD) is the ride source for you. LTD is Eugene's premiere transit system and is free for students to use with their active student ID card. If you are looking for pickup times or route information please visit the link below.

Please also note that LTD has a service called the Breeze, which is a bus which transports to VRC only, every 30 minutes. Fast and efficient way to get to Valley River Center Mall!

Links

Lane Transit District Website

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FAQ

Q: How long have students been paying the Incidental Fee?

A: The Incidental Fee has existed in its current form since 1970.

Q: What if I do not use my Incidental Fee?

A: Many students use the Incidental Fee without even realizing it. Every time you ride the bus using your UO ID, any time you attend a free event on campus, get a football or basketball ticket, or use the EMU facilities, you are using the fee. 

Q:Who decides where my Incidental Fee goes?

A: Every year, the PFC, ACFC, DFC and EMU Board work with the ASUO Senate to formulate the fee budget for the following year.  Senators and many members of the finance committees are students elected by the student body every spring.

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