Program Fees
The total program fee for the 2024 incoming trainees will be $30,000. The program fee for the CRM Focus only program is $9,500. Fees must be paid 2 weeks prior to starting the program.
Application Fee
A non-refundable fee of $100 is due with the application to cover the cost of processing. Only money orders or cashier’s checks will be accepted for the application fee (personal checks are not accepted).
Health Insurance
Health insurance will be required by the program. Trainees who matriculate into the program will be eligible to purchase our student health plan for an annual cost of $1719.00 (https://uthouston.myahpcare.com/enrollment). Trainees who have other health insurance will be required to provide proof of coverage.
Program Financing
Estimated Cost of Attendance
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is a reasonable average of a Trainee’s educational and living expenses for the period of enrollment. The COA sets limits on the total aid that a Trainee may
receive, and it is generally the sum of Program fees, room and board, transportation, and personal/miscellaneous expenses. Any assistance received (such as private alternative loans and/or
scholarships) cannot exceed the cost of attendance. The COA may be used by Trainees to financially prepare to meet their educational expenses.
Cost of Attendance for the 6-month Program
Program Fees $30,000.00
Health Insurance $ 1,719.00
Food and Housing $13,110.00
Transportation $ 1,590.00
Personal/Misc. $ 1,974.00
TOTAL $48,393.00
Cost of Attendance for the 8-week program
Program Fees $ 9,500.00
Health Insurance $ 573.00
Room and Board $ 4,370.00
Transportation $ 530.00
Personal/Misc. $ _658.00
TOTAL $ 15,631.00
Alternative Loan Financing
Trainees may meet their educational expenses by borrowing private, credit-based loan financing through Sallie Mae. The Smart Option Student Loan is a private loan offered by Sallie Mae that offers a variable or fixed interest rate and various repayment options. Follow the instructions to apply:
Alternative loan Instructions
- Apply for the Smart Option Student Loan here: salliemae.com/00495198
- Locate the Career training student loans section located mid page and click Apply Now.
- Complete the application. If a program ID is requested within the form, the UTHealth Houston EP Heart Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Training program ID is 00495198.
- The UTHealth Houston Office of Student Financial Services requires an Alternative Loan Certification Request form to be completed and submitted to the Office of Student Financial Services. Certification of the loan will be completed once the loan application is received from Sallie Mae. Loans will be certified for the amount specified up to your eligible amount. This form will generally be e-mailed to you 30-60 days prior to the start of the training program session and must be completed and submitted to their office in a timely manner.
- The loan will be disbursed no earlier than 10 days before the first day of classes. If the Trainee fails to attend classes, the entire loan award MUST be returned to the Financial Aid Office.
Disbursements
All private loan proceeds received will be applied against any Program Fees currently due on the Trainee’s account, if applicable. If a credit balance exists after the private loan or other resources have been applied to outstanding Program Fees, student refunds will be processed by the Financial Aid Office. Refunds will be in the form of paper checks and students will need to pick up the refund check in the Financial Aid Office located at 7000 Fannin, Suite 2220. A picture ID must be shown before any check(s) are released.
Financial Aid Office Contact Information
Office of Student Financial Services
P.O. Box 20036
Houston, Texas 77225
(713)500-3860 (Office)
(713)500-3863 (Fax)
Personal Liability Insurance (PLI)
Personal liability insurance will be provided by the program and is included in the cost of program fees.
Books
A booklist will be provided to trainees accepted into the program. Most books will be provided during the program
Laptop Computers
A laptop will be provided during the program. All power point slides will be available to the students.
Living in Houston
- Houston is the largest city in Texas and the third largest city in the United States. More than 5 million people live in Houston and the surrounding metropolitan area.
- Houston’s internationally diverse population, strong economy, culture and low cost of living have propelled it to the top of many national lists, including the “Coolest City in America” list in Forbes Magazine.
- The overall cost of living in Houston is 9% below the national average and housing costs are 21% below the national average. There is no city or state income tax, which adds to the affordability of living in Houston.
- Culture – Houston’s Museum District is home to 18 museums within walking distance of each other. The Theater District is second only to New York City in number of theater seats in a concentrated downtown area and is one of only five cities with permanent resident companies in all of the major disciplines: ballet, symphony, theater and opera.
- Sports – Houston is home to professional sports teams in the NFL, MLB, NBA and MLS, as well as many college sports teams.
- Parks – With almost 50,000 acres of parks, Houston ranks first in the nation’s 10 most populous cities of total acreage of parks. Discovery Green, located in downtown, hosts free events for the public throughout the year.
- Dining- Houstonians eat at more than 11,000 restaurants ranging from upscale to food trucks. From Tex-Mex to outstanding international cuisine, there is always something new to try.