No, the so-called decoration fee is explicitly prohibited by the Ministry of Education. Because of the existence of decoration fees in the past, some schools limit the passing rate of college students to make a profit! Therefore, in order to put an end to high-efficiency arbitrary charges and effectively curb corruption, it is forbidden to charge so-called decoration fees. If your school is still charging, you can report it to the Ministry of Education!

According to what you said, it should be that your credits are much worse. The school extended your study period and charged you a year's tuition. This is legal!

Students can't meet the graduation requirements, and they fail to take the make-up exam. Generally, you can go back to school to make up the exam within two years. As long as you pass, the school can get a diploma and a degree certificate. However, if many courses fail, their study period in school will be extended! And you should pay tuition and room and board!