How to Pay Fees
Summer Semester
Pay fees on CougarWeb
For information on tuition charges and paying fees for Summer 2026, see Summer 2026 Tuition & Fees or Summer Fee Payment Options.
Autumn Semester
Pay fees on Workday
This page contains information for Autumn 2026, including current tuition charges and fee payment procedures using our new system, Workday.
Review your bill.
- Log in to Workday. (Login instructions.)
- In the left menu, click Student Financials Hub to review the amount you owe.
- You should see your current balance in the “due now” box on the overview page.
Pay your bill.
From the Student Financials Hub, select the “suggested links” in the left-hand menu.- From the suggested links drop-down menu, select “Pay Now.” You should see another screen with a breakdown of your charges by semester.
- Click on “Make a Payment.”
- From the Make a Payment page, select the semester you are paying for and input the amount that you want to pay
- On the next screen (How would you like to pay?), select your payment method:
- Bank account e-check (no fee). Enter the bank account holder name and account details as directed.
- Credit Card (2.85% fee). We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express.
- Review and accept the Terms and Conditions by checking the box.
- Finally, review your information before you confirm payment!
- Enter your email address, confirm the payment information is correct, then select the “Pay" button at the bottom of the screen.
- Once the payment is processed, you will see a confirmation page summarizing your payment and any remaining balance.
Payment Plans
Payment plans allow you to pay your bill into installments. Note that you must be 18 years or older to apply for a payment plan, and all payment plans have a nonrefundable $75 setup charge.
The following payment plan options are available for Autumn Semester 2026:
- Option A has a lower up-front cost, but you must enroll before the semester begins.
- Option B has a higher up-front cost but you can enroll a few weeks into the semester. There are different versions depending on when you enroll.
See also: Summer 2026 Fee Payment Options
Opens July 13, 2026
Last day to enroll: August 26, 2026
| Installments | % of Balance | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | 10% | Immediately |
| 2nd Payment | 30% | September 15, 2026 |
| 3rd Payment | 30% | October 15, 2026 |
| 4th Payment | 30% | November 15, 2026 |
Opens July 13, 2026
Last day to enroll: August 26, 2026
| Installments | % of Balance | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | 25% | Immediately |
| 2nd Payment | 25% | September 15, 2026 |
| 3rd Payment | 25% | October 15, 2026 |
| 4th Payment | 25% | November 15, 2026 |
Opens August 27, 2026
Last day to enroll: September 15, 2026
| Installments | % of Balance | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | 33% | Immediately |
| 2nd Payment | 33% | October 15, 2026 |
| 3rd Payment | 33% | November 15, 2026 |
Opens September 16, 2026
Last day to enroll: November 15, 2026
| Installments | % of Balance | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | 50% | Immediately |
| 2nd Payment | 50% | November 15, 2026 |
How to Enroll in a payment plan.
- Log in to Workday. (Login instructions.)
- From the Student Financials Hub, select “suggested links” in the left-hand menu.
- From the suggested links drop-down menu, select “Pay Now.” You should see another screen with a breakdown of your charges by semester.
- Click “Enroll in a payment plan.”
- Select a payment plan. (Note: Payment plans have a nonrefundable $75 fee.)
- Review the payment plan agreement, payment schedule, and terms and conditions. If you agree, select the check box at the bottom and enter your Student ID as your eSignature. Click “continue.”
- Review the payment due at the time of enrollment, including the plan enrollment fee. Click “continue.”
- Select your payment method and make your payment.
Payment Plan FAQs
Yes. Your plan will automatically recalculate if you add or drop classes.
No. You may uncheck the automatic payments box. You will be responsible for manually making a payment by the deadline.
No. Please note, two missed payments will result in your payment plan cancellation and the full balance due immediately.
Yes. If you miss your last payment due date, a registration hold may be placed on your account. You will not be able to register for future classes until you pay your balance.
If registration opens prior to your final payment due date, you can still register for next semester before the payment plan is paid off. However, you will not be able to enroll in another payment plan until the previous semester balance is paid.
No. The $75 payment plan fee is nonrefundable and is not applied to your balance.;
Other Payment Methods
The Friends and Family section in Workday allows students to request that a third party be granted proxy access to specified account information. Staff can view the listed contacts, but only students can add a third party to their account.
Checks or money orders may be mailed to Columbus State for tuition payment. Please note the following:
- Make checks and money orders payable to: Columbus State Community College, or CSCC.
- Write the student’s name, Cougar ID number, and a telephone number on the check or money order.
- Be sure you pay the correct amount if paying in full or making a scheduled payment on the Extended Payment Plan. Not having the correct amount on your check or money order may result in dropped courses or late fees.
- Mail to:
Columbus State Community College
ATTN: Cashier's Office
P.O. Box 1609
Columbus, OH 43216 - Allow your mailed payment 10-14 days for delivery by US Postal Service
NOTE: A $20.00 fee will be charged for returned checks.
If buildings are closed during business hours, you can drop payments in the drop box located in the breezeway to Madison Hall on the Columbus Campus. Drop box payments by check only and please make sure Cougar I.D numbers are on all items.
Phone payments can be made for the Prior Learning Assessment Fee, otherwise, credit card payments must be made using self-service. Prior Learning Assessment Fee phone payments can be made by calling Cashiers and Student Accounting at (614) 287-5658, . Our office can be reached by phone during the following hours:
- Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Third-Party Sponsors
This program is only open to students whose employers have tuition sponsorship agreements with Columbus State.
Some students receive vouchers or payments from a sponsoring company, agency or department. If a third party is paying your fees, register early and initiate the paperwork for your voucher or payment with your sponsor as early as possible. Payments must be received, not postmarked, by the Fee Payment Deadline.
Contact the Cashier's Office
If you need assistance, please contact the Cashier's Office at stuacct@cscc.edu or call 614-287-5658.