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      "detail": "Tuition for each 11-week term costs US $1620 or $540 per month. The 7-term program costs $11,340. Single classes are $1620 per term. An EasyPay program is available for program students at $362 per month for 36 months. The Introduction to Maya course is available for $595. A non-refundable application fee of $125 applies. Student loans are available for qualifying applicants, and monthly payment plans and income-based discounts are offered."
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