Options for Overdue Balances: Extensions and Alternatives at JCTC

JCTC does not offer formal informal extensions on overdue tuition balances; however, you can enroll in the KCTCS Nelnet payment plan (through the payment plan enrollment window each term) or work directly with the Business Office at jf-bursaroffice-main@kctcs.edu for balances not yet in collections. Balances over $100 that remain unpaid are sent to a collection agency.

Formal Options for Overdue Balances 

1. Enroll in a KCTCS Nelnet Payment Plan (when the enrollment window is open) 
   • $30 non-refundable enrollment fee per semester.
   • Automatic payments via ACH or credit/debit card processed on the 20^th of each month.
   • Number of payments and required down payment vary depending on when you enroll. Students with more anticipated aid than charges cannot set up a payment plan.
2. Contact the Business Office 
   • Email jf-bursaroffice-main@kctcs.edu as early as possible to discuss your situation.
   • Business Office locations: Downtown (JEC Building, 3^rd floor) or Southwest (Student Community Building, Room 109).
3. Request Removal of Eligible Late Charges 
   • Late charges ($75) and reinstatement charges ($75) may be removed if you can show they are invalid.
   • Email Angie Henes (angie.henes@kctcs.edu) AND Amanda Tindall (amanda.tindall@kctcs.edu) from your student email, describe why the charges are invalid, and include your student ID.
4. Work with the Collection Agency (if already sent to collections) 
   • Balances over $100 will be sent to a collection agency.
   • The agency's contact info appears on the collections account hold in Student Self-Service; if none is listed, contact the JCTC Business Office.

What Happens If a Balance Remains Overdue 

• A Financial hold and/or No Self-Service Payments (NSS) hold is placed on the account after the payment deadline.

• Classes may be dropped for non-payment.

• Registration for future semesters can be blocked until the balance is resolved.

Related FAQs 

• Do you offer payment plans? Is there a deadline? - Overview webpage with enrollment windows, costs, and payment methods. 

• Do you offer payment plans for past due balances? - The current-term Nelnet payment plan is for active-term balances; collections balances must be resolved with the agency. 

• How can I pay my balance that was sent to collections? - FAQ webpage that indicates contact info is on the collections hold; if no agency is listed, contact the Business Office.

• How do I request the removal of late payment charges? - FAQ webpage with fees assessed for late payment, reinstatement, and petition for exception.

• Why is a No Self-Service Payments (NSS) hold on my account? - FAQ webpage that explains why holds occur on the account.

Additional Information 

• Emergency funding for students is available through the JCTC Emergency Fund.

• If your tuition is paid by an employer, vocational rehab, or other third party, submit documentation to the Bursar's Office by the payment deadline to avoid late fees.

• Act early - the earlier you make arrangements, the more options are available and the less likely you are to be dropped from classes.

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