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Drop the Tuition Payment Stress, Not the Class.
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
Payments are processed on the 5th of each month and will continue until the balance is paid in full. If a credit/debit card is used, a service fee in addition to the enrollment fee will be assessed.
Cost to Participate
• $30 nonrefundable enrollment fee per semester (ACH & credit card)
• Up to $30 nonrefundable returned payment fee if a payment is returned
Simple Steps to Enroll in the Payment Plan
• Log in to myOzarka
• In My Finance section, select Make a payment
• Choose Nelnet Payment Plan
Need some help setting up a payment plan?
*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:
Summer 1 2026
Payment plans available on April 4, 2026
| Last Day to Enroll Online | Required Down Payment | Number of Payments | Months of Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 24 | 30% | 2 | May & June |
| June 25 | 50% | 1 | July only |
Summer 2 2026
Payment plans available on May 30, 2026
| Last Day to Enroll Online | Required Down Payment | Number of Payments | Months of Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 30 | none | 2 | July & Aug |
| July 27 | 50% | 1 | August only |
Fall 2026
Payment plans available on May 23, 2026
| Last Day to Enroll Online | Required Down Payment | Number of Payments | Months of Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 30 | none | 5 | July–Nov |
| July 27 | 10% | 4 | Aug–Nov |
| Aug 27 | 25% | 3 | Sept–Nov |
Spring 2027
Payment plans available on October 31, 2026
| Last Day to Enroll Online | Required Down Payment | Number of Payments | Months of Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | none | 5 | Dec–April |
| Dec 23 | 10% | 4 | Jan–April |
| Jan 27 | 25% | 3 | Feb–April |