Navigating MSU Tuition Due Dates and Payment Options

Paying for college can be a daunting task. Understanding tuition due dates and available payment options is crucial for students attending MSU to avoid late fees and potential holds on their accounts. This article provides a comprehensive guide to MSU tuition due dates, payment plans, and important policies to help students manage their financial obligations effectively.

Understanding Billing and Payment Responsibility

MSU delivers all bills electronically. It is each student's responsibility to ensure that tuition, fees, and any other charges are paid by the due date specified on their bill. These charges can include, but are not limited to, Education Abroad program fees, MSU Print services, ID replacement costs, and other miscellaneous fees.

Payment Options

Students at MSU have two primary options for handling their tuition payments:

Full Payment: Paying the entire bill in full by the designated due date for the semester.
MSU Payment Plan: Enrolling in a monthly installment plan to spread out payments over the semester.

MSU Payment Plan Details

MSU partners with Transact Campus to offer students and their authorized guest users the option of paying tuition, fees, university housing, and meal plans in interest-free installments throughout the semester. This allows students to pay their account in up to four payments for fall and spring semesters and three payments for the summer semester.

Eligibility:

Any MSU student registered for classes for the upcoming semester is eligible to participate.
Your student account must be current, as balances from prior semesters cannot be included in a new semester payment plan.
Enrollment is not automatic; you must enroll each semester you would like to use the payment plan.
Eligibility is subject to good payment history with MSU.

How the Payment Plan Works:

A $40 non-refundable enrollment fee is required.
For fall and spring semesters, a 25% down payment is required at the time of enrollment, plus the $40 payment plan fee. The remaining balance will be paid in three equal amounts over the course of the semester (if enrolled by a certain date).
For the summer semester, a 33% down payment is required at the time of enrollment, plus the $40 payment plan fee. The remaining balance will be paid in two equal amounts (if enrolled by a certain date).
If enrolling in the payment plan after one or more installment due dates have passed, the amount due to enroll will be increased by the missed installment and not split evenly between the remaining installments.
The payment plan amounts will not adjust automatically for new charges that occur after the payment plan has been established. You must go into the portal and accept the option to consolidate the payment plan amount for any new charges. The payment plan amounts will adjust automatically for any new credits on the account.

Payment Methods: Payments can be made from a checking or savings account or from a credit or debit card. (A convenience fee will apply to all credit and debit card payments.) Payments may also be made by online 529 or international payment via Flywire. Scheduled payments are an option and can be automatically deducted using your payment method on the 1st of each month of the payment plan.

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Consequences of Late Payments

A late payment fee of $30 will be assessed if payments are not received by the due date.
A financial hold will be placed on your student account.

MSU reserves the right to cancel your payment plan for failure to make payment when due. Full payment of tuition and fees is due by the payment deadline to avoid service charges. Any unpaid balance after 5 PM, will incur a 4% service charge. This first service charge will be waived if you enroll in a payment plan by the payment deadline. Please note: enrollment will not be canceled for non-payment, only for non-participation. It is the student’s responsibility to drop classes if they do not plan to attend.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Staying aware of important dates and deadlines is crucial for managing tuition payments effectively. Here's a breakdown of key dates for Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026:

Summer 2025

Apr 19 (Saturday): Summer initial bill available in SIS.
May 9 (Friday): Summer initial bill due date.
May 12 (Monday): Classes begin for full and first session. Late enrollment fee of $100 for students enrolling on or after the first day of class (May 12 - Aug 15).
May 22 (Thursday): Quarter of first session - tuition refund period ends for first session classes.
May 26 (Monday): Memorial Day observed - University closed.
Jun 4 (Wednesday): Quarter of full session - tuition refund period ends for full session classes. Middle of first session.
Jun 6 (Thursday): Payment plan installment due.
Jun 27 (Friday): Last day of classes for first session classes.
Jun 30 (Monday): Middle of full session.
Jul 1 (Tuesday): Payment plan installment due. Classes begin for second session.
Jul 4 (Friday): Independence Day observed - University closed.
Jul 14 (Monday): Quarter of second session - tuition refund period ends for second session classes.
Jul 24 (Thursday): Middle of second session.
Aug 15 (Friday): Last day of classes for full and second session.

Fall 2025

Aug 8 (Friday): Fall initial bill available in SIS.
Aug 25 (Monday): Classes begin - $100 late enrollment fee begins.
Sept 1 (Monday): Fall initial bill due date. Labor Day observed - University closed.
Sept 18 (Thursday): Quarter of semester, tuition refund period ends.
Oct 1 (Wednesday): Payment plan installment due.
Oct 13 (Monday): Middle of semester.
Oct 20 - Oct 21 (Mon - Tues): Fall Break.
Nov 1 (Saturday): Payment plan installment due.
Nov 27 - Nov 28 (Thu - Fri): Thanksgiving observed - University closed.
Dec 1 (Monday): Payment plan installment due.
Dec 7 (Sunday): Last day of classes.
Dec 8 - Dec 12 (Mon - Fri): Final exams.
Dec 25 - Jan 2 (Thurs - Fri): Holidays observed - University closed.

Spring 2026

Jan 10 (Saturday): Spring initial bill available in SIS.
Jan 12 (Monday): Classes begin - $100 late enrollment fee begins.
Jan 19 (Monday): Martin Luther King, Jr. Day observed - University closed.
Feb 1 (Sunday): Spring initial bill due date.
Feb 5 (Thursday): Quarter of semester, tuition refund period ends.
Mar 1 (Saturday): Payment plan installment due.
Mar 2 - Mar 6 (Mon - Fri): Spring Break.
Mar 9 (Monday): Middle of semester.
Apr 1 (Wednesday): Payment plan installment due.
Apr 26 (Sunday): Last day of classes.
Apr 27 - May 1 (Mon - Fri): Final exams.
May 1 (Friday): Payment plan installment due.

Additional Important Dates

Summer 2026:
- May 9 (Saturday): Summer initial bill available in SIS.
- May 11 (Monday): Classes begin for full and first session. Students who initially enroll on the first day of a class or after will be assessed a $100 late enrollment fee (May 11 - Aug 14).
Payment Plans via Nelnet/FACTS:
- Online enrollment begins on E-services for all summer term payment plan options through Nelnet/FACTS.
- Last day for online enrollment in "zero-down, three monthly installments beginning May 5th" payment plan option through Nelnet/FACTS.
- Last day for online enrollment in "15% or $300 down, two monthly installments beginning June 5th" payment plan option through Nelnet/FACTS.
- Last day for online enrollment in "50% down, balance paid July 5" payment plan option through Nelnet/FACTS.
- Last day for online immediate full payment through Nelnet/FACTS.

Financial Aid and Anticipated Aid

All financial aid is initially reflected as anticipated aid. Approximately 10 days prior to the first day of class, aid will begin to be disbursed as real aid. All necessary actions for federal loans need to be completed in order for the aid to pay. Excess Financial Aid funds begin to be deposited into your checking or savings account.

Consequences of Non-Payment

Late Fees: A late fee of $50.00 will be assessed on all accounts not paid in full by the established payment deadline.
Business Services Hold: A Business Services hold will be placed on a student's account when they have missed the University's payment deadline for the current term. The University is authorized to withhold the issuance of diplomas and official transcripts and deny further registration.
Registration Cancellation: Initial Registration Cancellation For Nonpayment will be processed at 8am.
Collections: If you do not pay your Summer 2025, Fall 2025, or any other past due balance in full or enroll in a payment plan by February 10, 2026, your account may be in danger of going to collections. Delinquent accounts will be turned over to a collection agency in accordance with Colorado law, and collection fees of up to 40% will be added to an account balance. The collection agency may report delinquent accounts to the national credit bureau.

Viewing Bills and Granting Guest Access

Students may provide guest access to parents, spouses, or others to allow them to view and pay the bill. Students can enroll their guests in the MSU Student Information system. Basic navigation is My Profile > Share My Info Electronically > Grant Access to a new guest. Please refer to your billing statement for the due date.

Textbook and Supplies Payment Options

Textbooks and supplies ordered online and in-store from Maverick Shop Bookstore may be charged by eligible students.

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Key Reminders for Students

Monitor Your Account: Regularly check your student account for any new charges or credits.
Complete Direct Deposit Setup: Complete your Direct Deposit setup in eServices under the Financial Aid tab to ensure timely disbursement of excess financial aid funds.
Drop Unwanted Courses: Make your registration changes: Courses you do not plan on attending should be dropped to avoid financial obligation. The University does not process registration cancellation summer semester.
Take Action on Financial Aid: Complete acceptance steps for any loans you plan to use by the specified deadlines.
Beware of Deadlines: Pay attention to all payment deadlines and enrollment dates for payment plans to avoid late fees and holds.
Act Immediately: Make a payment now, or click on the link below to find out about payment plan options!

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