NSU Payment Policy
We understand that managing your finances while pursuing your education can be challenging. Our goal is to make the payment process as seamless as possible. Below, you'll find important information about Nova Southeastern University's payment policies, various payment options, and resources to assist you throughout your payment journey.
At-a-Glance
Commitment: By registering for courses at NSU, students accept financial responsibility for tuition and associated fees. The student is responsible for the full balance on the account plus any additional costs which may be incurred by the university in the collection of these debts.
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Payment is due in full at the time of registration for graduate and professional students. Undergraduate institutional charges; including tuition, fees, and housing, if applicable; must be paid in full or satisfied with payment arrangements by the deadlines below.
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Payment Options: Choose from paying in full at registration, utilizing financial aid, or using payment plans. Check your account status in SharkLink.
Billing: NSU eBill notifications are sent in the middle of each month if a student has a balance due.
Balances: Resolve any outstanding debts to ensure seamless registration for upcoming semesters. Failure to clear balances within 30 days results in a hold and incurs a $100 late fee.
If you have any questions, call us at (954) 262-5200 or visit our Contact Us page.
Undergraduate Students
| Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 | Summer 2026 | |
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| Institutional charges due (payment or guaranteed payment) | August 4, 2025 | December 1, 2025 | April 20, 2026 |
| First cancellation of course registration for non-payment | August 11, 2025 | December 8, 2025 | April 27, 2026 |
| Loan disbursement begins | August 11, 2025 | December 26, 2025 | April 27, 2026 |
| Second cancellation of course registration for non-payment | August 18, 2025 | December 15, 2025 | May 4, 2026 |
| Classes begin | August 18, 2025 | January 5, 2026 | May 4, 2026 |
| Grant and scholarship disbursement begins | August 25, 2025 | January 12, 2026 | May 11, 2026 |
| Third cancellation of course registration for non-payment | August 25, 2025 | January 12, 2026 | May 11, 2026 |
| 30-day bursar hold & $100 late fee is placed on any accounts with balances | September 18, 2025 | February 5, 2026 | June 4, 2026 |
Undergraduate students: Failure to meet financial obligations by the payment deadline will result in the cancellation of class registration. This may not apply to select professional undergraduate programs, NSU full-time employees, and students receiving veterans’ education benefits.
Financial Aid Requirements
Financial aid recipients must fulfill all requirements promptly to ensure disbursement. This may involve completing an online Master Promissory Note, undergoing entrance counseling for first-time loan borrowers, or submitting additional documentation.
Learn More About Your Financial Aid Award Offer
On-Campus Residents
Students with outstanding balances must contact a Student Accounts representative before their check-in date for payment, payment plan set-up, or the completion of outstanding financial aid requirements at (954) 262-5200. Please be advised that students will not be able to check in to the Residential Life and Housing halls until all requirements to satisfy their outstanding balance have been fulfilled.Veteran Affairs (VA) Educational Benefits
Students utilizing Veteran Affairs (VA) educational benefits are supported per Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e) of the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018. NSU ensures that no penalties are imposed on students receiving benefits under Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment) or Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill®) due to delays in funding disbursement from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Review NSU's Process for Veteran Benefits
Paying your NSU Bill
Managing your NSU bills is made simple with our streamlined process.
Third-Party Billing at NSU
At NSU, we accept Florida Prepaid College Plans, covering tuition, fees, and housing costs, though students are accountable for any gaps. New students must authorize payment to NSU with Florida Prepaid. Plans vary for restricted and unrestricted scenarios. Additionally, we offer various tuition assistance plans, including deferment and direct billing.
View Third-Party Billing Options
Financial Holds and Collections
We understand the importance of addressing outstanding balances promptly. Here's how we can help you navigate financial holds and collections:
- Financial Holds: Student accounts may have various holds placed on them due to outstanding balances, such as Diploma Holds, Bursar Holds, Late Payment Holds, Declined Payment Holds, and Collections Holds.
- NSU assesses a $25 declined payment fee for each declined payment, including installment payments that are part of a payment plan and payments made by check or credit card. A declined payment hold is placed on the account until the declined payment and assessed fee have been paid.
Explore Options for Lifting Holds
- Collections: The Collections Department is dedicated to managing past-due student accounts, working diligently to resolve outstanding balances and prevent escalation to third-party agencies. Students can avoid their accounts being escalated to a third-party agency by paying the balance in full or setting up a payment arrangement.
Learn About Our Collections Process
Institutional Loan Repayment
Uncover a wealth of resources designed to guide you through easily managing and repaying your loans.
Contact Us
Horvitz Administration Building
3300 S. University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2004
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Email:
bursar@nova.edu
Phone:
(954) 262-5200
800-541-6682, ext. 25200