Payment Options and Due Dates
Learn more about tuition due dates, deferred payments and more payment options.
Payment Due Dates for Fall 2026
Payment in Full
Payment Due Date: Wednesday, Aug. 5
Full-semester and First 8-week classes begin: Monday, Aug. 24
Second 8-week classes begin: Monday, Oct. 19
Payment for Fall 2026 classes is due on this date. Payment in full, a deferred payment plan, third-party billing vouchers or Financial Aid must be on the student account by this date to avoid being dropped from classes on Thursday, Aug. 6.
If a student registers for classes AFTER this date, payment in full, a deferred payment plan, third-party billing vouchers, or Financial Aid must be on the account at the time of registration to avoid being dropped from classes.
Direct Digital Access (DDA) Charges
- DDA charges (if applicable) are billed to the students account on or about the 11th day of the semester. Students will receive an email if they are in a class with a DDA. It will also be on their book list. No refunds will be granted if a student did not opt-out by the deadline.
- DDA Charges are due to be paid in full by Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Deferred Payment Plans
| Payment | Three-Payment Plan Due Dates |
Four-Payment Plan Due Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026 or at the time of registration. |
Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026 or at the time of registration. |
| 2 | Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 | Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 |
| 3 | Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 | Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 |
| 4 | Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026 *** |
It is important to note that this date falls AFTER priority registration opens for the Spring 2027 semester. Students are not able to sign up for next semester classes until their current account balance is paid in full.
If a student registers for classes between April 7 and Aug. 5, the payment plan must be set up and the first payment received by Aug. 5.
If a student registers for classes between Aug. 6 and Aug. 28, the payment plan must be set up and the first payment received at the time of registration.
A payment plan will not be set up if the first payment is not received.
Payment Due Dates for Spring 2027 & Minimester
Payment in Full
Payment Due Date: Wednesday, Dec. 9
Full-semester and First 8-week classes begin: Tuesday, Jan. 19
Second 8-week classes begin: Monday, March 22
Payment for Spring 2027 classes is due on this date. Payment in full, a deferred payment plan, third-party billing vouchers or Financial Aid must be on the student account by this date to avoid being dropped from classes on Thursday, Dec. 10.
If a student registers for classes AFTER this date, payment in full, a deferred payment plan, third-party billing vouchers, or Financial Aid must be on the account at the time of registration to avoid being dropped from classes.
Direct Digital Access (DDA) Charges
- DDA charges (if applicable) are billed to the students account on or about the 11th day of the semester. Students will receive an email if they are in a class with a DDA. It will also be on their book list. No refunds will be granted if a student did not opt-out by the deadline.
- DDA Charges are due to be paid in full by Wednesday, Feb. 24.
Deferred Payment Plans
| Payment | Three-Payment Plan Due Dates |
Four-Payment Plan Due Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026 or at the time of registration. |
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026 or at the time of registration. |
| 2 | Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2027 | Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2027 |
| 3 | Wednesday, March 24, 2027 | Wednesday, March 24, 2027 |
| 4 | Wednesday, April 21, 2027 *** |
It is important to note that this date falls AFTER priority registration opens for the Summer and Fall semesters. Students are not able to sign up for next semester classes until their current account balance is paid in full.
If a student registers for classes between Nov. 3 and Dec. 9, the payment plan must be set up and the first payment received by Dec. 9.
If a student registers for classes between Dec. 10 and Jan. 22, the payment plan must be set up and the first payment received at the time of registration.
A payment plan will not be set up if the first payment is not received.
Payment Due Dates for Summer 2026
Payment in Full
Payment Due Date: Wednesday, May 20
June-start classes begin: Monday, June 1
July-start classes begin: Monday, June 29
Payment for Summer 2026 classes is due on this date. Payment in full, a deferred payment plan, third-party billing vouchers or Financial Aid must be on the student account by this date to avoid being dropped from classes on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
If a student registers for classes AFTER this date, payment in full, a deferred payment plan, third-party billing vouchers, or Financial Aid must be on the account at the time of registration to avoid being dropped from classes.
Direct Digital Access (DDA) Charges
- DDA charges (if applicable) are billed to the students account on or about the 11th day of the semester.
- DDA Charges are due to be paid in full by Wednesday, July 22.
Deferred Payment Plans
| Payment | Three-Payment Plan Due Dates |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 or at the time of registration. |
| 2 | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |
| 3 | Wednesday, July 22, 2026 |
It is important to note that students are not able to sign up for next semester classes until their current account balance is paid in full.
If a student registers for classes between April 7 and May 20, the payment plan must be set up and the first payment received by May 20.
If a student registers for classes between May 21 and June 5, the payment plan must be set up and the first payment received at the time of registration.
A payment plan will not be set up if the first payment is not received.
More Payment Options
We understand the importance of security and simplicity when it comes to paying your tuition and fees. That’s why we offer multiple payment options that ensure convenience and peace of mind.
Regardless of the option you choose, rest assured that your payment will be protected by top-of-the-line encryption protocols and provides you with a digital audit trail. Plus, you’ll enjoy 24/7 online access and real-time status updates – allowing you to manage tuition payments anytime, from anywhere. Choose the right option for you and your family.
Debit and Credit Cards
Use your favorite debit or credit card to pay your tuition and fees quickly, easily, and securely. Payments made using debit or credit cards are posted immediately. We accept Discover, MasterCard and Visa. Please note there is a non-refundable 2.75% transaction fee associated with each debit/credit card payment.
eCheck
A free and convenient payment option. Also known as an ACH electronic funds transfer, you simply enter your U.S. checking or savings account information, and your one-time payment will be made electronically – no need for a paper check, a stamp, or worrying about if and when payment gets posted.
529 College Savings Plan
Make an electronic payment from your college savings account. No need to call your bank or plan administrator. Quick receipt of payment and real-time validation of account posting.
International Payments
A secure and seamless way to pay for tuition and fees in your currency of choice, from over 160 countries, using more than 130 currencies. Use your international bank account or credit card with no international wire fees, right from our payment portal.
In-person Payments
The Bursar’s Office, both the Quad-Cities Campus and East Campus locations, accepts in-person payments during normal business hours. Cash, checks and money orders will receive paper receipts and includes no additional cost to the student. Debit and credit cards will receive emailed and paper receipts and includes a service fee of 2.75%. We accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover.
On-campus Dropbox
Located at the Quad-Cities Campus in Building, in the hallway next to the Bursar’s Office. Availability is subject to the building’s open access hours.
Over the Phone
Payments can be made over the phone during normal business hours using a debit or credit card. A fee of 2.75% will be added to all debit and credit card payments.
By Mail
Please make sure to allow ten (10) business days for payments to be received. Please only mail a check, money order or a cashier’s check to the Bursar’s Office. Do not send cash. Please include the student’s Black Hawk College ID number on the check and make check payable to Black Hawk College.
Charge-backs and Cooperative Agreements
Students who live in another community college district may be eligible to attend Black Hawk College at the in-district rate if they are enrolled in a program that is not offered at their local community college. Interested students must first visit their local college to obtain approval through either a charge-back or cooperative agreement. This agreement must be received by Black Hawk 30 days prior to the start of the semester; if received after, the student may not be eligible to receive the reduced rate for that semester. Length of the approval varies by school and it is up to the student to ensure the approval is effective for each semester they are attending.
Authorized Payer
A student can invite an authorized payer to have access to their student billing account. The authorized payer will have their own credentials and be able to receive electronic bills and log in to view the account balance and make payments. After the authorized payer has accessed their account for the first time, they can log in anytime.
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Contact
Bursar’s Office
Quad-Cities Campus
Building 1, Room 276
309-796-5200
309-796-0838 (fax)
Regular hours:
Mon-Tue from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wed-Fri from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m
East Campus
Building A, Room 100
309-854-1706
309-856-6005 (fax)
Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.