Can I make payment arrangements for my balance? Can I register when I owe a balance? Who do I contact regarding a past due or collections balance? Read this article for answers to these questions and more.

Can't pay your full tuition bill all at once? No problem. We offer flexible payment plans, through Illumia, that let you spread your costs over a few months, making it easier to manage your budget while you focus on your classes. 

Choosing the Right Payment Plan for You

We offer three main payment plan options, depending on your financial situation and employment. 

Option 1: Standard Semester Payment Plan

This is a plan for any student who wants to spread their current semester balance over the course of the semester. 

• Installment Dates: Payments are due the 15th of each month.

• Balance Resolution: Your balance in this plan would be paid off by the end of the semester.

Fall Semester

• Enrollment Opens: June 1
• Last Day to Enroll: October 14
• Final Payment Due: November 15

Spring Semester

• Enrollment Opens: November 1
• Last Day to Enroll: March 14
• Final Payment Due: April 15

Summer Semester

• Enrollment Opens: February 1
• Last Day to Enroll: June 14
• Final Payment Due: August 15

For additional details review, Baker College Standard Semester Payment Plan.

 

Option 2: Employer Reimbursement Payment Plan

Does your job help pay for school? This plan is specifically for students whose employer reimburses them for tuition after grades are posted. 

• Installment Dates: Payments are due the 1st of each month.

• Balance Resolution: Your balance in this plan would be paid off approximately 3 weeks following the end of the semester.

Fall Semester

• Enrollment Opens: June 1
• Last Day to Enroll: December 15
• Final Payment Due: January 1

Spring Semester

• Enrollment Opens: November 1
• Last Day to Enroll: May 15
• Final Payment Due: June 1

Summer Semester

• Enrollment Opens: February 1
• Last Day to Enroll: August 15
• Final Payment Due: September 1

For additional details review, Baker College Employer Reimbursement Payment Plan.

 

Option 3: Past Due Payment Plans

Life happens. If you missed the original payment due date for a semester, you may still be able to get on a plan to settle your account and get back on track for future registration. 

• Installment Dates: Your first payment is due 30 days after you enroll in the plan.

• Balance Resolution: Your balance in this plan would be paid off in four, eight, or twelve months, depending on the plan you choose.

Fall Semester

• Enrollment Opens: October 15
• Last Day to Enroll: January 15

Spring Semester

• Enrollment Opens: March 15
• Last Day to Enroll: June 15

Summer Semester

• Enrollment Opens: June 15
• Last Day to Enroll: September 15

There are three past due payment plans available. For additional details review, Baker College Past Due Payment Plans.

 

Characteristics of All Payment Plan Types

Payment Plan Enrollment Fee

When you sign up for a payment plan, you'll be charged a $35 enrollment fee. This fee is non-refundable and is collected by Illumia, who administers the payment plans. The fee is still due, even if:

• You decide to leave the payment plan
• You drop all your classes for the semester
• You are removed from the plan for not meeting the requirements
• Financial aid and/or third-party funding later covers your full balance

Baker College does not collect this fee and cannot remove or refund it. 

Monthly Payments Adjust With Your Account Balance

Your monthly payment plan amounts can change during the semester. This is because your installments adjust based on any new charges or credits added to your student account. Your payment may go up or down if you:

• Add, drop, or withdraw from classes
• Have financial aid increased or reduced
• Make bookstore purchases or returns
• Have third-party payments added or removed

How "Locked" Installments Work

Installments lock 5 days before the due date:

• If your balance increases within those 5 days, your current payment won't change, but future payments will adjust. 
• If your balance decreases within those 5 days, your current payment will go down.

When Your Balance Reaches $0

If financial aid or other credits bring your account to a $0 or credit balance, the system will automatically change all remaining payments to $0 and mark your plan as complete. You don't need to request to be removed from the plan. 

Quick Resources

• ​​​​​Academic Calendar: Academic Calendar and Important Dates
• Account Statement: Baker College Account Statement 
• Payment Due Dates: Financial Services Important Dates
• Make a Payment:
  • Making a Payment on the Online Student Billing Portal
  • Baker College Tuition Payment Methods
• Payment Plans:
  • Baker College Standard Semester Payment Plan
  • Baker College Employer Reimbursement Payment Plan
  • Baker College Past Due Payment Plans
  • Enrolling in a Payment Plan on the Student Billing Portal
• Questions? Contact Student Billing at billing@baker.edu or click the Submit a Ticket button.