Tuition and Fees

 Tuition for MEAC-Accredited Programs 
​Tuition for 1-Year Immersion Program: $9,500
Tuition for 18-Month Program: $12,500
Tuition for 3-Year Program: $17,000

Tuition by Quarter:
1st Quarter:  $2750
2nd - 4th Quarters:  $2250 per quarter
5th - 9th Quarters:  $1500 per quarter

Tuition for Other Programs 
NARM Phase II & III (1st & 2nd Quarters): $5000
Short-term stays: $300 per week

California Challenge Process for MLL Graduates
Application Fee: $150
Audit Fee: $400
CA Challenge Examinations: $2750

 Advanced Placement into 3-Year Program via PLEP
PLEP Application & Audit fee: $400
PLEP Enrollment Fee: $1750
Tuition 5th - 9th Quarters: $5000

 Fees
General Application Fee: $75
Repeat of Academic Component: $650 per quarter
Outstanding Academic Requirements: $100 per month
Late tuition payment charge: $100**
Make-up Examination Fee per Exam: $100
Administration Fee for Reorientation after Interruption of Program: $250 per week
Official Transcript: $25 per transcript***
Official Verification Fee: $25 per verification***
Replacement of MLL Identification Card: $10
Neonatal Resuscitation Program On-line Evaluation: may vary per program

**See late tuition policy.
***Additional transcipts and clinical verifications are $10 each.
Students are given a receipt for all tuition and other 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 $500 - $800 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 admissions@maternidadlaluz.com with information about housing requirements, and any other pertinent information.
• There are several required books that are used in the program.  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
• Required training in Neonatal resuscitation varies in cost, but can be up to $200 usd (may be taken on site)
• 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 completion of the one year MEAC accredited program, students can apply to sit for the NARM exam. The cost is $1,100 (as of January 2019). There is an additional on site proctor fee of approximately $120 (varies by testing site and state).
• Upon passing NARM, state licensure can be applied for. Costs vary state by state, but generally start at $250 usd. Renewal of licensure is generally required every 2 to 3 years. ​

​Financial Aid

• Maternidad La Luz provides one full scholarship per class to assist self-identified person of color in the study of midwifery.  This scholarship covers tuition for the 2nd through 4th quarters of study for students enrolled in the One-Year Program.  This scholarship may be divided if there is more than one student who qualifies for the scholarship.
• MLL provides one scholarship for the 2nd through 4th quarters of the One-Year Program to one local aspiring midwife from El Paso / Cd. Juarez.
• Students who are enrolled in the Midwifery Residency receive a full tuition scholarship for Quarters 5 - 9, 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 quarter deposit three months before classes begin 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 class applied for, they may defer their start date up to one year.  If an applicant does not begin the program within one year of the original start date, they must re-apply.  Any money not refunded to will be applied to their tuition. 
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 $100 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 quarter, they may not collect a refund. MLL will deduct from paid tuition $150 per week of any quarter that a student has at least partially completed, until the student gives notice of resignation. The balance up to 75% of tuition paid will be refunded to the student by check. For example, if a student pays $2000 in tuition and leaves after six weeks of enrollment, they will be refunded $1100. However, if they leave after 9 weeks of enrollment--i.e., more than 75% of the quarter--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 quarter tuition per the policies of tuition refunds described above.