Three ways to pay and avoid being dropped for non-payment
- Pay tuition and fees by cash, check or credit card.
- Credit Cards—CLC accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and all Novus cards including Discover. To make credit card payments use Student Self Service or call (847) 223-1111.
- Mail—Make check payable to College of Lake County and include your student identification number. Mail to: College of Lake County, Cashier's Office, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake, IL 60030-1198. Allow five days for delivery.
- In-Person—The Cashier's Office, room A101 (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Thu. and Fri. from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). A night depository at the Cashier's Office is provided for your convenience.
- Enroll in the FACTS installment payment plan.
- Submit all needed documentation for Financial Aid.
Once your are approved for Financial Aid your enrollment will be protected from a drop for non-payment.
Problems? Call (847) 543-2085; (847) 543-2230; or (847) 543-2231.
Arrange an Alternative Payment Plan
If extenuating circumstances make it impossible for you to use one of the standard payment options, contact the Cashier’s Office at (847) 543-2231 to arrange an alternative payment plan.
Payment Due Dates
Payment is encouraged at the time of registration with credit card, check or cash. You are informed of your specific tuition and fee payment due date when you register. A printed bill will be sent at a later date. To assist you in planning your registration, use the following chart:
YOU MAY BE DROPPED FROM ALL CLASSES IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID IN FULL or SET UP A PAYMENT PLAN or APPLIED FOR FINANCIAL AID BY YOUR PUBLISHED DUE DATE.
To prevent a Drop for Non-Payment, you must pay in full, submit your Financial Aid documents, or enroll in the new college Installment Pay Plan by your due date. This plan will allow you to make payments throughout the semester.
| If you register during these periods: |
The due date is: | The drop date (and time) is: |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 19 through Jan. 3 | Jan. 3 | Jan. 8 (3 a.m.) |
| Jan. 4 through Jan. 29 | Jan. 29 | Feb. 5 (3 a.m.) |
| Jan. 30 and later | Three weeks from enrollment |
No drops are scheduled* |
*If you wish to drop your classes, you must formally withdraw within the refund period to not be charged. Dropping classes after Jan. 29 is the student's responsibility.
To check your current balance, call (847) 223-1111 (touch-tone phone), or go to Student Self Service, or call (847) 543-2085; (847) 543-2230; or (847) 543-2231 during registration hours.
ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN FULL PRIOR TO REGISTRATION FOR THE NEXT TERM. To prevent a Drop for Non-Payment, you must pay in full by your due date, secure your financial aid, or enroll in the college Installment Pay Plan. This plan will allow you to make payments throughout the semester, including childcare. Some course fees, such as those for extended travel, are not eligible for this plan. Anticipated Financial Aid and third party documents are recognized as payment toward your tuition. FAILURE TO PAY TUITION BY THE DUE DATE MAY RESULT IN A DROP FOR NON-PAYMENT. Students must officially withdraw by the refund dates listed in the class schedule to cancel their financial obligation. (See Refund Schedule.)
Tuition & Fees Obligation
All unpaid tuition and fees will be subject to the collection procedures of the college, including placing holds on future registration, witholding transcripts and check-cashing privileges and possibly referring the matter to a collection agency. Students must officially withdraw by the refund dates listed in the class schedule to cancel the financial obligation. (See Withdrawals/Refunds.)
