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Rockefeller University

Fees

User fees associated with specific services, instruments, training and/or consultation are provided below.
For budget planning purposes, we strongly encourage you to speak with Resource Center staff in advance of initiating use of the Center.

For illustration purposes only, we provide an example of how researchers typically use the PIT and the resulting user fees associated with that use.

    • Typical charges for a medium sized PIT project with user involvement:
      • Initial training covering all user available software and Makerspace/rapid prototyping equipment is free of charge.
      • 24/7 Makerspace access to all rapid prototyping equipment $52 per month (for lowest tier).
      • Initial consultation for work performed by PIT staff is free.
      • Mechanical or electrical engineering, PCB board design, software coding and project support $45/hour. 8 hours = $360.
        Total= $412
      • Additional training $75/hour.
      • Project support or additional engineering $45/hour
        Note: Projects can be performed by authorized users and not include labor by the PIT staff.
        The example above reflects rates for RU Labs and Tri-I. Higher rates apply to external users.

FY25 Annual Facility Access, Materials Fees and Services
July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025

DIY: Training1, guidance², and access3 to design software, 3D printers. For Labs/Centers with Annual rate1 Materials cost covered per Lab/Center
up to 4 users  $              620  passed through to user
5 to 8 users  $           1,240  passed through to user
More than 8 users  $           2,480  passed through to user
Specialized Training2  $77.25/hr
Consultation3  $77.25/hr
Design and Engineering Services: Design, engineering and machining support and services
RU labs, Tri-I and RCs    $45/hr Passed through to user
External users (non-profit only) $115/hr Passed through to user
1Orientation and general training are covered by the access fee.
2Advice and general guidance are covered by the access fee.
3Access fees are charged monthly. Minimum access period is 3 months.