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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 15th of each month.
Cost to Participate
- $30 nonrefundable enrollment fee per semester
- Up to $30 returned payment fee if a payment is returned
Simple Steps to Enroll
- Go to student.svcc.edu
- Select Student Payment Portal – Nelnet
IMPORTANT: Students must apply for a Nelnet Campus Commerce payment plan by the due date indicated on their SVCC billing.
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
Spring 2026
Payment plan available on November 3, 2025
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Month of payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17 | none | 5 | Dec-April |
| Dec 8 | 20% | 4 | Jan-April |
| Jan 5 | 40% | 3 | Feb-April |
| Feb 4 | 60% | 2 | March & April |
NOTE: All down payments and enrollment fees are processed immediately!
Balance Adjustments
Please do not assume your balance will automatically be adjusted if financial aid is received or a class is dropped or added. Adding or dropping a clas and other account activity will change the amount of the scheduled payment. You should review your agreement balance online or call Sauk Valley Community College Student Business Office at 815-835-6295 to confirm the change.
Payment Plan Availability
Availability of the payment plan is determined by Sauk Valley Community College. Please be aware the college may elect not to have payment plan available during specific times and dates during registration.