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Payment Plan Benefits
Easy online enrollment
Flexible payment options
No interest
Make College Easier to Pay For with a Tuition Payment Plan.
Make college more affordable by paying for tuition and fees over time. Tuition payment plans break down your tuition balance into affordable monthly payments. There’s no interest, payment options are flexible, setup fees are affordable, and it’s easy to enroll!
Payment Plan Information
Payment Methods
- Automatic bank payment (ACH)
- Credit card/debit card (An additional fee may be assessed)
Payments are processed automatically on the 5th or 20th of each month.
Cost to Participate
- $20 enrollment fee per term
- $5 enrollment fee for an immediate full payment
- Up to $30 returned payment fee if a payment is returned
You must have a minimum balance of $200 to budget through the payment plan.
Simple Steps to Enroll
- Go to www.tacomacc.edu
- Log in to ctcLink Gateway
- Click Student Center
- Click Nelnet Payment Plan
Need some help setting up a payment plan?
Watch this short how-to video.
*Note: This video tutorial is for demonstration purposes only. Your educational institution may offer options other than those shown in the video.
Target Dates To Enroll By
Winter 2026
Payment plans available on November 3, 2025 through January 18, 2026
Full payments may be made through December 12, 2025
| Last Day to Enroll Online | Required Down Payment | Number of Payments | Months of Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payments on the 5th of the month | |||
| Nov 25 | 25% | 3 | Dec-Feb |
| Dec 24 | 35% | 2 | Jan & Feb |
| Jan 18 | 50% | 1 | February only |
| Payments on the 20th of the month | |||
| Dec 10 | 25% | 3 | Dec-Feb |
| Jan 9 | 35% | 2 | Jan & Feb |
| Jan 18 | 50% | 1 | February only |
Spring 2026
Payment plans available on February 9, 2026 through April 17, 2026
Full payments may be made through March 19, 2026
| Last Day to Enroll Online | Required Down Payment | Number of Payments | Months of Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payments on the 5th of the month | |||
| Feb 24 | 25% | 3 | March-May |
| March 26 | 35% | 2 | April & May |
| April 17 | 50% | 1 | May only |
| Payments on the 20th of the month | |||
| March 11 | 25% | 3 | March-May |
| April 9 | 35% | 2 | April & May |
| April 17 | 50% | 1 | May only |
NOTE: All down payments and enrollment fees are processed immediately!