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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
Payments are processed automatically on the 10th or 25th of each month.
Cost to Participate
- $30 enrollment fee per quarter
- Up to $30 nonrefundable returned payment fee if a payment is returned
Simple Steps to Enroll
Need help registering for classes or navigating ctcLink?
Please visit https://lowercolumbia.edu/ctcLink/
If you have already registered for classes:
- Navigation: Student Homepage > Financial Account > Payment Plans > Nelnet Payment Plan
- Click on the gray tile to redirect you to the Nelnet site
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
Fall 2025
Payment plans available June 30, 2025
Tuition due date is July 10, 2025.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payments on the 10th of the month | |||
| July 8 | none | 5 | July-Nov |
| July 31 | 10% | 4 | Aug-Nov |
| Aug 29 | 25% | 3 | Sept-Nov |
| Sept 21 | 50% | 2 | Oct-Nov |
| Payments on the 25th of the month | |||
| July 23 | none | 5 | July-Nov |
| Aug 14 | 10% | 4 | Aug-Nov |
| Sept 16 | 25% | 3 | Sept-Nov |
| Oct 14 | 50% | 2 | Oct-Nov |
Winter 2026
Payment plans available November 10, 2025
Tuition due date is January 10, 2026.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payments on the 10th of the month | |||
| Dec 16 | 25% | 3 | Jan-March |
| Jan 14 | 40% | 2 | Feb & March |
| Payments on the 25th of the month | |||
| Dec 16 | 25% | 3 | Dec-Feb |
| Jan 14 | 40% | 2 | Jan & Feb |
Spring 2026
Payment plans available February 9, 2026
Tuition due date is March 10, 2026.
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payments on the 10th of the month | |||
| Feb 27 | 25% | 3 | March-May |
| March 20 | 40% | 2 | April & May |
| Payments on the 25th of the month | |||
| March 16 | 25% | 3 | March-May |
| April 16 | 40% | 2 | April & May |
NOTE: All down payments and enrollment fees are processed immediately!
Payment Plan Availability
Availability of payment plan is determined by Lower Columbia College. It may not be available during specific times and dates during registration.
Your account balance may not reflect added/dropped classes or financial aid awards right away. Review your agreement balance online.