Refund Policy

KHS Refund Policy  

This refund policy applies to the stated program of instruction price attributable to each program. The term “Period of Enrollment” refers to the total clock hours in the enrolled program. 

Cancellation Policies 

Applicants who have not visited the school prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty within three business days following either the regularly scheduled orientation procedures or following a tour or inspection of the campus facilities. 

All monies paid by an applicant must be refunded if requested within three business days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment.  An applicant requesting cancellation more than three days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment, but prior to starting class, is entitled to a refund of all monies paid minus a registration fee of 15% of the contract price of the program, but never to exceed more than $150.00.   

Rejection  

An applicant rejected by KHS shall be entitled to a full refund of monies paid.  

Withdrawal  

Kentucky Horseshoeing School reserves the right to at any time require the withdrawal of any student. Any student determined to be unwilling to abide by school rules, regulations or policies may be dismissed and withdrawn from enrollment at KHS. Any student so dismissed may appeal his or her dismissal by filing a grievance in accordance with the School’s Policy.  

Refund Calculations  

Refund calculations are made utilizing the pro rata refund policy and for students using Title IV funds, the Return of Title IV Funds Policy will be administered.  

Pro Rata Refund Policy  

The pro-rata refund policy applies to all student terminations by either the student or the school. A student who discontinues his/her studies prior to the end of the course for which he/ she is obligated will receive a refund in accordance with the following schedule:  

• If a student withdraws from the course on or before the first day of class, or fails to begin class, the refund shall equal the sum of all amounts paid for tuition or other instructional charges for the period of enrollment or to be paid by or on behalf of the student for the period of enrollment. Also, once the student takes possession of his/her pre-ordered books and tools, that student is 100% responsible for the cost of those items.  
• If after class has commenced and before expiration of 10% of the class for which he/she was charged, a student withdraws, drops out, is expelled, or otherwise fails to attend class, the refund shall equal 70% of all amounts paid or to be paid by or on behalf of the student for tuition or other instructional charges for the period of enrollment.  
• If after the expiration of 10% or more but less than 20% of the period of enrollment for which he/she was charged, a student withdraws, drops out, is expelled, or otherwise fails to attend classes, the refund shall equal 45% of all amounts paid or to be paid by or on behalf of the student for tuition or other instructional charges for the period of enrollment.  
• If after the expiration of 20% or more but less than 30% of the period of enrollment for which he/she was charged, a student withdraws, drops out, is expelled, or otherwise fails to attend classes, the refund shall equal 30% of all amounts paid or to be paid by or on behalf of the student for tuition or other instructional charges for the period of enrollment.  
• If after expiration of 30% of the period of enrollment for which he or she was charged, a student withdraws, drops out, is expelled, or otherwise fails to attend class, the student will be obligated for 100% of the tuition, fees, and other charges assessed by the school.  

Termination Date  

The student’s last day of actual class attendance will be used as the termination date for refund calculation purposes.  

Date of Determination 

The date KHS official is made aware that the student will not be returning. 

Period of Refund  

Refunds shall be made within 45 Calendar days of the date the student fails to enter school, return from an approved leave of absence, or leaves the program. Any calculated refund due a student will automatically be credited towards any unpaid charges owed to the school. Refunds will be made to Federal Title IV funds within 45 calendar days of the date the student fails to enter school, return from an approved leave of absence, or leaves the program. In all instances, the refund shall be based on and computed from the last day of attendance.  

Furthermore, any monies due from the student will be required to be paid or have approved payment arrangements made within 30 days of the last date of attendance.  

Tools and Books 

No returns or refunds are available on tools ordered by student.  Tools are the property of the student. Books may not be returned to the school unless said books can be reissued as new.  In the event a student withdraws, takes a leave of absence, or is terminated from the school, textbooks will not be returned for refund unless the textbooks are in such condition that they may be returned to the publishing company unused.  Textbooks with any marks or damage will not be considered for refund purposes.