Nelnet Payment Plan Schedule
Summer 2026
Payment Plan available May 19, 2026
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1 | 40% | 2 | July & Aug | 10th |
| July 14 | 50% | 1 | Aug only | 10th |
Fall 2026
Payment Plan available February 17, 2026
| Last day to enroll online | Required down payment | Number of payments | Months of payments | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 27 | 25% | 4 | Aug – Nov | 5th |
| August 27 | 33% | 3 | Sept - Nov | 5th |
| September 24 | 50% | 2 | Oct - Nov | 5th |
| October 9 | 75% | 1 | Nov only | 5th |
Payment Methods
- Automatic payment from checking or savings account (ACH)
- Automatic payment from credit or debit card
Cost to Participate
- $22 non-refundable enrollment fee per agreement
- Up to a $30 non-refundable returned payment fee if a payment is returned
Note: All down payments, full payments, and enrollment fees are processed immediately.
Payment Plan Availability
Availability of the payment plan is determined by Seattle Colleges. Please be aware the college may elect not to have the payment plan available during specific time and dates during registration.
Balance Adjustments
Please do not assume your balance will automatically adjust if financial aid is received or a class is dropped or added. You should review your agreement balance online.