Commonly Asked Questions

 

How can I settle my bill?

You may remit cash, check or money order for the amount due to the Bursar's office. Check or money orders should be made payable to "BMCC". Check or money orders may also be mailed to BMCC-Bursar Rm S320, 199 Chambers Street, New York, NY  10007. The Bursar's office will provide you with a receipt for the amount paid. Do not remit cash through the mail or the express payment slot located outside the Bursar Office. Students whose checks are returned by the bank will be subject to a $15.00 reprocessing fee and a $15.00 late payment fee, and will be required to make all subsequent payments by cash or money order. Students settling a prior semester balance to obtain clearance for registration, transcript or re-admission must make payment via cash or money order for immediate clearance.

 

Can I pay my bill with a credit card?

You may pay online with MASTERCARD, DISCOVER or AMERICAN EXPRESS. Please note that there is a non-refundable convenience fee charged by the vendor for this service. Credit card payments are not accepted at the Bursar's office window.

 

Can I pay using a debit card?

No. The vendor contracted by CUNY does not utilize the PIN-based debit card. If a debit card is used without a PIN, it is treated as a credit card transaction and a convenience fee is charged.

Can I pay online by check?

Yes, you may pay online by e-check, which electronically debits your checking account. When paying by e-check, you will be asked to enter both your checking account number (NOT your debit card number) and bank routing number. Both of these numbers appear on the front of the check. THERE IS NO FEE FOR THIS SERVICE.

When will I receive confirmation that my tuition payment has been received?

Once the transaction is complete, you will receive an email confirmation. All online payments are batch processed and loaded into PANTHER the following business day. Students are informed of credit card rejections immediately upon submission of the transaction.

What if I cannot pay my entire balance?

The City University of New York has contracted with TuitionPay from Sallie Mae to administer an INTEREST FREE tuition payment plan to all CUNY students. Several payment plan options are available depending on how early you enroll in the plan. Payment plans are offered for the FALL and SPRING semesters only.

How can I apply for the tuition payment plan?

You may apply by contacting TuitionPay directly at 1-866-267-CUNY. You can also enroll online at www.tuitionpay.com. There is an $18.00 service fee payable to TuitionPay at the time of application.

SPECIAL NOTE: FOR THE FALL 2009 and SPRING 2010 semesters, CUNY will cover the $18.00 service fee.

To avoid the cancellation of your registration, you must enroll in the plan and remit the required down payment directly to TuitionPay no later than the due date indicated on your bill. TuitionPay must receive your payment on or before the due date to insure that your classes will not be cancelled. The remaining balance will be billed to you by TuitionPay in monthly installments according to the plan you selected. Save time and enroll online at www.tuitionpay.com.

During the college's in-person registration period one week prior to the start of the semester, TuitionPay representatives will be on campus in the bill payment area to process applications. You must remit the completed application, along with the $18.00 service fee and the required down payment, no later than the due date on your bill. Payment must be in the form of a check or money order. TuitionPay representatives do not accept cash or credit card payments.

What if my bill is covered by financial aid?

Even if your bill is covered by financial aid, YOU MUST HAVE YOUR BILL PROCESSED BY THE BURSAR'S OFFICE TO AVOID CANCELLATION OF YOUR REGISTRATION. To avoid waiting in line on a bill payment due date, settle your zero balance bill online.

How can I settle my bill with a Third Party Voucher?

You must provide the Bursar with a voucher authorizing the college to bill the third party agency directly. The voucher must be presented to the Bursar by the due date indicated on your bill to avoid the cancellation of your registration. You are required to remit payment for any amount not covered by the third party voucher. Please note that employee reimbursement plans are not considered third party.

What happens if I fail to settle my bill by the due date?

Your registration will be cancelled. Students whose registrations have been cancelled are charged a reinstatement fee to re-register. To avoid having your courses cancelled, remember to settle your bill by the due date. The Bursar's Office staff is available to assist you with any questions you have concerning your bill payment.