Tuition and Fees

Clinical Placement Fees 
​• Mandatory Orientation: $500.00
• NARM Phase I: $200.00 per week
• NARM Phase II and III: $600 per month
• MEAC* students: $600 per month
• Spanish Immersion: $400.00 per month
• NARM Preceptor Program: $500 per month
• Short-term stays: $200 per week

NARM Phase II, III, and students enrolled in a MEAC school have a 3 month minimum clinical placement.
*For students who are enrolled in an accredited MEAC school, and are choosing MLL as their clinical placement. 

 Additional Fees
General Application Fee: $150
Late fee charge: $100**
Replacement of MLL Identification Card: $20
Neonatal Resuscitation Program On-line Evaluation: may vary per program

**See late fee policy.

Students are given a receipt for all fees paid. Ledgers are maintained in each student’s file and may be seen by appointment with a director.
Other Expenses
  •  Students spend an average of of $600 -$1,000 a month, including rent, while living in El Paso. There are often students looking for roommates.  We will help those interested in sharing accommodations connect with each other.  Please e-mail maternidadlaluz.academic@gmail.com with information about housing requirements, and any other pertinent information.
  • There are several required books that are used in the clinical placement.  A list of these books is sent with the acceptance letter, which includes NARM's Reference List.  We recommend all students have these books as references in their own libraries.  Estimated cost of books is $500 to $800.  All required books may be found in the MLL library, and may be used on site only.
  • Students need to possess a working cell phone, the cost of which is borne by the student. 
  • All midwifery and emergency equipment is provided at the birth center.  Students do not need to purchase equipment and supplies of their own, but are welcome to do so if they desire.
  • Scrubs, close-toed shoes, and a watch with a second hand are to be worn during all clinical shifts.  Students need to purchase at least three sets of scrubs before starting at MLL.  There are many used clothing stores in El Paso that sell scrubs at very low cost.
  • Required training in adult CPR costs between $50 to $100 usd, depending on  your area.
  • Required training in Neonatal resuscitation varies in cost, but can be up to $200 usd (may be taken on site), depending on your area.
  • It is recommended that everyone have personal health insurance; its cost is borne by the individual.
  • Each student must have reliable transportation available to them 24/7. Finances for general car maintenance and insurance need to be considered.​
  • Upon passing NARM, student may apply for a Texas state license. Costs vary state by state, but generally start at $250 usd. Renewal of license is generally required every 2 to 3 years. Each student is responsible for knowing their state or jurisdiction licensing requirements 
​Financial Aid
  • Maternidad La Luz provides one student scholarship per year (January - December), total value is $1,800 for the last three (3) months of a 12-month placement, ONLY, to assist a self-identified person of color and/or a local aspiring student midwife from the El Paso/Cd. Juarez area. in the study of midwifery.  This scholarship may be divided if there is more than one student who qualifies for the scholarship.
  • Students who are enrolled in the Midwifery Residency receive a full tuition scholarship  and a weekly stipend to assist with living costs.
  • Students who are enrolled in a college or university may be able to arrange financial aid through their school.
  • Local women's groups or Chambers of Commerce may provide grants.
  • State work force agencies and state rehabilitation agencies have provided financial aid to Maternidad La Luz students.
  • Private loans may be available for those who qualify through their bank or credit union.
  • Maternidad La Luz is not enrolled in the Title IV Federal Student Loan Program.

 Refund Policy
To confirm placement in the program, an applicant is required to send in a signed enrollment agreement and the first month's fee before the placement begins or by the date designated in the acceptance letter.  A full refund of this deposit is given if the applicant notifies the Director within 72 hours of mailing the signed contract.  If an applicant pays their deposit and cannot attend the month for which they applied, they may defer their start date up to one year.  If an applicant does not begin the clinical placement within one year of the original start date, they must re-apply.  Any money not refunded will be applied to their clinical placement fee. The orientation fee is due on the first day of orientation.

If an applicant decides not to attend, they must notify the director at least 30 days before the first day of class to receive a refund of tuition paid less a $150 administrative fee. 

Per the Texas Education Code, Section 132.061, students who begin a program and decide to leave will be refunded the pro rata portion of tuition and fees. If a student has completed 75% or more of a month, they may not collect a refund. MLL will deduct from paid fees $150 per week of any month that a student has at least partially completed, until the student gives notice of resignation. The balance up to 75% of fees paid will be refunded to the student by check. For example, if a student pays $600 in fees and leaves after 22 days they will be refunded $450. However, if they leave after 23 days enrollment--i.e., more than 75% of the month--they will not be entitled to a refund.

If a student begins the orientation, the orientation fee is non-refundable.  However the student may receive a refund of the first month's fees per the policies of fee refunds described above.