Student Accounts and Billing Office

 

 

Welcome to the Student Accounts and Billing Office at Prairie State College, your hub for managing tuition payments and payment plans. We understand that navigating the financial aspects of your education can be overwhelming, which is why our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you every step of the way.

The Student Accounts and Billing Office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 a.m. to noon, and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 8 a.m to noon, and from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Registration is not final and enrollment is not guaranteed in any course until all costs have been paid in full. You are held responsible for payment unless you drop courses in Enrollment Services by the dates listed on the Refund Table.

Make a Payment

Payments may be made by cash, personal check, money order or cashier check. Make them payable to "Prairie State College" and send them to:

Prairie State College Student Accounts and Billing Office
202 S. Halsted Street
Chicago Heights, IL 60411

To make a payment over the phone using Visa, Discover, or MasterCard, call (708) 709-3577.

Refund Table

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Fall 2025 Refund Table

• Classes dropped after the last day for the 100% refund will be fully charged to the student.
• Refunds are based on amount paid, not the cost of the class. No Refunds after these dates.
• Fall refund table excludes Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.
• Labor Day ‐ Monday, September 1, 2025
• Thanksgiving Recess ‐ Wednesday, November 26‐29, 2025
• Veteran's Day ‐ November 11, 2025

 

Spring 2025 Refund Table

• Classes dropped after the last day for the 100% refund will be fully charged to the student.
• Refunds are based on amount paid, not the cost of the class. No Refunds after these dates.
• Spring refund table excludes Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays
• MLK Day - Monday, January 20, 2025
• President's Day - Monday, February 17, 2025
• Spring Break, PSC Closed - Friday, March 14, 2025
• Friday Before Easter (Spring Holiday) - Friday, April 18, 2025
• Book Bundle Opt‐Out Window: 12/16/24 thru 02/10/25

 

Summer 2025 Refund Table

• Refunds are based on amount paid, not the cost of the class. No refunds after these dates.
• Juneteenth Holiday - Thursday, June 19, 2025
• Independence Day Holiday - Friday, July 4, 2025

Cash Payment

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Cash payments are accepted in person on the main campus in the Student Accounts and Billing Office, room 1110.

Web Payments

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Follow the steps to pay online:

• Sign in to Pioneer Portal
• Select the "Students" tab
• Under Financial Information, select “Account Summary or Make a Payment”
• Follow the directions on the page to complete your online payment.

Paying for Non-Credit Courses

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Payment is due at the time of registration for non-credit courses at PSC. This includes in person, by mail, and online through Instant Enrollment. Payment for tuition and fees are accepted in the Student Accounts and Billing Office on main campus. Payment options include:

1. Cash: In person only at the main campus only.
2. Personal check: Make checks payable to Prairie State College. Driver’s license or State ID required for all checks.
3. Visa, Discover, or MasterCard: Credit card payments also are accepted at the Matteson Area Center and online through Instant Enrollment.
4. Debit Card: Debit card payments are accepted online through Instant Enrollment.
5. Tuition Payment Plan Options: For courses above $999.00
6. Tuition Assistance: May be available the WIOA or scholarship for some vocational classes. Call (708) 709-3750 for more information.
7. Refund Policy: Credit Courses 8‐16 weeks in duration: Students who drop a course(s) on or prior to the 7th day after the start date of the course(s) will be granted a 100% refund
8. Credit Courses less than 8 weeks in duration: Students who drop a course(s) prior to the end of the next business day following the official starting date of the course(s) in question will be granted 100% refund.

 

Payment Plans

 

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NelNet

Students can make a payment plan through Nelnet to break up the cost over the semester. The non-refundable charge for setting up the plan is $40 and is processed separately. If a down payment is required, it is processed immediately.
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Bookstore Payment Plan

Eligible students may defer part of the cost of book purchases that total at least $300 and have a Nelnet agreement in place for their tuition. The payment terms for the remaining balance are the same as the payment plan.
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Waiting on Financial Aid?

If you are waiting for Financial Aid funds to be applied to your student account, or have not received your award letter by the payment due date for the semester, here are your options:

• Go to the Financial Aid Office on the main campus, in room 1350, and complete a “Request to Hold Classes” form.
• Set up a payment plan and pay the down payment and the non-refundable set-up fee.
• Pay tuition and fees in full. If you subsequently receive financial aid, you may receive a credit.

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General Payment Information

 

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Third-Party Payments

The College accepts payments by third parties on student accounts, but any refund due is made directly to the student. Sponsorship vouchers, 529 Prepaid Tuition Plans and IDHS vouchers can be emailed to billing@prairiestate.edu.
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Returned Checks

A $25 service fee is charged for returned checks. The College also will not accept another check from your account for one year. If checks are not made good within two weeks of notification, your account may be placed with a credit agency for collection. If your check is returned due to stop payment or account closed, the College will not accept checks on your account for 10 years.
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Cooperative Agreements to Attend Prairie State College

Out-of-district students may be offered the opportunity to attend Prairie State College if their district does not offer the program at their community college. Applications for Cooperative Agreements must be obtained from their local college. If the application is approved, students will pay in-district rates at Prairie State College. Without approval, out-of-district rates will apply.
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