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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 (An additional service fee will be assessed)
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 2.85% service fee in addition to the enrollment fee will be assessed.
Cost to Participate
- $32.50 nonrefundable sign-up fee per quarter
- 2.85% of amount paid if using debit or credit card
- Up to $30 returned payment fee will be charged if a payment is unsuccessful for lack of available funds or incorrect account information
Please be aware if you have not made a successful first payment, then you will be dropped from all of your classes before the quarter begins.
Simple Steps to Enroll
- Log in to ctcLink
- If you are on the “blue view” with the side banner on the left-hand side, then make sure to select “full site” at the bottom of this banner
- Click on Student Homepage
- Click on Financial Account tile
- Click “Payment Plans”
- 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
Summer 2026
First day to enroll for a payment plan is on May 18, 2026
NOTE: The tuition due date for Summer quarter is June 10, 2026. After June 10, you must sign up for a payment plan or pay in full through the SPSCC website or you will be dropped from your classes.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 27 | $50 | 2 | June & July |
| June 21 | 50% | 1 | July only |
| July 19 | 50% | 1 | August only |
Fall 2026
First day to enroll for a payment plan is on May 18, 2026.
NOTE: The tuition due date for Fall quarter is September 1, 2026. After September 1, you must sign up for a payment plan or pay in full through the SPSCC website or you will be dropped from your classes.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 23 | $50 | 3 | Sept-Nov |
| Sept 24 | 30% | 2 | Oct & Nov |
| Oct 16 | 50% | 1 | November only |
Winter 2027
First day to sign up for a payment plan is November 2, 2026.
NOTE: The tuition due date for Winter quarter is December 15, 2026. After December 15, you must sign up for a payment plan or pay in full through the SPSCC website or you will be dropped from your classes.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22 | $50 | 3 | Dec-Feb |
| Dec 23 | 30% | 2 | Jan & Feb |
| Jan 27 | 50% | 1 | February only |
Spring 2027
First day to sign up for a payment plan is February 22, 2027.
NOTE: The tuition due date for Spring quarter is March 16, 2027. After March 16, you must sign up for a payment plan or pay in full through the SPSCC website or you will be dropped from your classes.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24 | $50 | 3 | March-May |
| March 25 | 30% | 2 | April & May |
| April 22 | 50% | 1 | May only |
Note: All down payments and sign-up fees are processed immediately! Please be aware of tuition due dates since you must sign up for a payment plan or pay in full through the SPCC website or you will be dropped from your classes.
Balance Adjustments
Please do not assume your balance will be adjusted if financial aid is received or a class is dropped or added. You should review your agreement balance online or contact South Puget Sound Community College to confirm the change.