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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)
- Automatic debit or credit card payment
Cost to Participate
- $30 enrollment fee per semester to Nelnet
- Up to $30 returned payment fee if a payment is returned
Simple Steps to Enroll
- Go to www.hcc-nd.edu
- Hover over Admissions & Aid
- Click on Payment Plans
- Click on the Nelnet payment plan link
- Click Enroll Today
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
Fall 2026 Semester
- Payment plan registration opens June 1, 2026.
- Payments are processed on the 5th of each month.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 8 | 20% | 4 | September-December |
| September 1 | 25% | 3 | October-December |
| October 1 | 35% | 2 | November & December |
| November 1 | 50% | 1 | December only |
Spring 2027 Semester
- Payment plan registration opens December 30th, 2026.
- Payments are processed on the 5th of each month.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 27 | 20% | 4 | February-May |
| February 24 | 25% | 3 | March-May |
| March 25 | 35% | 2 | April & May |
| April 26 | 50% | 1 | May only |
No alterations allowed in due dates, or required percentage down payments amounts, or the number of payments per semester. The plan options listed at the time of sign up are final, no exceptions.