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• University Bursar Holiday Closing

  Dec 21, 2020 10:15 am16 views

  University Bursar will be closed December 24 through January 3 and will re-open on January 4. 

• Spring 2021 - 5 Month Payment Plan

  Dec 21, 2020 10:15 am0 views

  The optional Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 5 installments.  Learn more about the Payment Plan for Spring 2021.

• Take the Know What You Owe Challenge

  Dec 15, 2020 11:45 pm10 views

  You could win one of five gift cards by by logging in & completing the quiz at go.uillinois.edu/KnowWhatYouOwe. This event runs Nov. 15th - Dec. 15th.

• Spring 2021 College Illinois! Authorization Open

  Dec 11, 2020 10:30 am44 views

  Students must notify the University of their intent to use College Illinois! benefits by submitting an online authorization form.

• Thanksgiving Holiday Closing

  Nov 25, 2020 12:30 pm2 views

  University Bursar will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday November 26-27, 2020.

• Sponsor Authorizations and Payment Plan Applications Accepted for Spring 2021

  Nov 18, 2020 11:30 am27 views

  The Sponsor Authorization Portal is now available for 2021 spring semester!

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  Free Webinar: Conscious Credit

  Nov 11, 2020 12:00 pm12 views

  This free webinar explores the role of a responsible borrower, myths and facts about credit, and how building a positive credit profile can have lasting impacts on your overall financial well-being. 

• Spring 2021 - 6 Month Payment Plan

  Nov 2, 2020 9:15 am0 views

  The optional Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 6 installments.  Learn more about the Payment Plan for Spring 2021.

• Complete your FAFSA for next year now!

  Oct 28, 2020 1:30 pm0 views

  The 2021-2022 FAFSA Form is now available. Some states and schools have limited funds, so submit your application today at https://fafsa.gov

• Check Your Student Account Balance

  Oct 28, 2020 1:00 pm0 views

  Your student account balance is available online, 24/7. The student account shows real time account transactions and account balance and is the official university bill.  Log into UI-Pay to check your balance today.

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  Take the Understand Your Refund Challenge

  Oct 1, 2020 12:00 pm0 views

  You could win one of five gift cards by by logging in & completing the quiz at http://go.uillinois.edu/refunds. This event runs until Oct. 1st.

• Fall 2020 Tuition and Fee Due Date

  Sep 28, 2020 10:45 am0 views

  Fall 2020 tuition and fees is due on September 28, 2020. 

• Fall 2020 Payment Plan

  Aug 24, 2020 3:15 pm0 views

  Fall 2020 Payment Plan enrollment is open.  A 3 month payment plan is currently available through September 19. Beginning September 20, a 2 month payment plan will be available. 

• Free Webinar: Cash at College

  Jul 31, 2020 1:00 pm256 views

  Cash at College is a webinar designed to support students headed to college this fall. Creating any type of plan right now is challenging, so we'll talk through considerations when creating a financial plan for fall education costs. Staff & faculty are encouraged to join in the discussion. The webinars will be on Friday, June 26, and again on Friday, July 31. Both sessions will be at 1:00 PM CST.

• Fall 2020 Payment Plan Open Enrollment

  May 22, 2020 12:30 pm0 views

  The University of Illinois provides an optional Payment Plan to assist students and families in paying tuition and fees. Fall 2020 payment plan enrollment begins June 1. The earlier you sign up, the more monthly payments will be available. Please visit the Payment Plan page for additional information. 

• Summer 2020 Due Date

  May 22, 2020 10:45 am0 views

  The payment due date for Summer 2020 tuition and fees is due on June 28, 2020.

• USFSCO has changed its name to University Bursar

  Apr 30, 2020 5:00 pm355 views

  USFSCO is now known as University Bursar. This name change doesn't impact our responsibilities, and we are still committed to providing billing and payment tools to meet your needs. Our general email address has been changed to bursarhelp@uillinois.edu. 

• Covid-19

  Apr 30, 2020 4:30 pm663 views

  The University of Illinois continues to monitor the Covid-19 virus and will take any new actions that are warranted as new information emerges in this rapidly changing situation. Each university has developed a webpage intended to be a central starting point for information and updates about the impact of the Covid-19 virus. 

• Free Webinar: Health Insurance Dissected

  Apr 7, 2020 12:00 pm13 views

  Learn the differences between deductibles, co-pays, and more with this interactive, informative, and free webinar on health insurance.

• University Bursar Closed for Walk-in Traffic

  Mar 20, 2020 10:15 am117 views

  To better protect customers and employees from the risks of potential COVID-19 exposure, we are changing our services to align with guidance provided through government and university leaders. Due to the social distancing guidelines related to COVID-19, University Bursar will be closed to walk-in traffic until further notice.  Please email questions to  USFSCOHelp@uillinois.edu or call 217-333-2180 (UIUC), 312-996-8574 (UIC) or 217-206-6727 (UIS) for assistance. Phone service is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5 pm.

• Free Webinar: How to Save on Travel

  Feb 25, 2020 12:00 pm521 views

  Make your dream destinations a roadtrip to reality. Learn how to save money on travel with this free webinar.

• Spring 2020 - 3 Month Payment Plan

  Feb 24, 2020 9:45 am0 views

  The optional Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 3 installments.  Learn more about the Payment Plan for Spring 2020. Deadline for enrollment is February 28, 2020.

• UIUC 10th Day

  Feb 3, 2020 3:00 am0 views

  Deadline to drop or reduce semester hours and receive refund if reducing assessment range for ALL Urbana students.

• UIC 10th Day

  Jan 24, 2020 3:00 am0 views

  Last day to complete late registration; last day to add a course(s) or make section changes; last day to drop individual courses via XE Registration without receiving W (Withdrawn) grade on academic record. Last day to Web Drop courses via XE Registration and receive 100% cancellation of tuition and fees.

• Spring 2020 - 4 Month Payment Plan

  Jan 20, 2020 3:00 am0 views

  The optional Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 4 installments.  Learn more about the Payment Plan for Spring 2020.

• USFSCO Closed for MLK Day

  Jan 17, 2020 10:30 am16 views

  USFSCO will be on Monday January 20, 2020 in observation of Martin Luther King Day. 

• UIC and UIS Spring 2020

  Jan 6, 2020 10:30 am59 views

  Welcome back! Classes begin on Monday, January 13, 2020.

  You may now view your Spring tuition, fees, housing charges and financial aid. Visit the USFSCO website for step by step instructions to view your student account.

  Please note Graduate level tuition waivers will be disbursed in mid to late February, prior to the tuition due date. 

  The Spring Tuition & Fee Payment Deadline is February 28th!

• Direct Deposit for Refunds

  Jan 3, 2020 3:00 am0 views

  Direct deposit is the safest, fastest, and most efficient way to receive your Refund!

  Your money will be electronically transferred into the U.S. checking or savings account you designate. Direct deposit information is not used to process payments.

  • Login into your Self-Serivce
  • Follow the login instructions for your campus
  • Select "Direct Deposit" to enroll for future student account refunds

• USFSCO Holiday Closing

  Dec 23, 2019 3:15 pm60 views

  USFSCO will be closed December 24 through January 1 and will re-open on January 2. 

• Spring 2020 - 5 Month Payment Plan

  Dec 20, 2019 3:00 am0 views

  The optional Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 5 installments.  Learn more about the Payment Plan for Spring 2020.

• Spring 2020 College Illinois! Authorization Open

  Dec 15, 2019 10:45 am178 views

  Students must notify the University of their intent to use College Illinois! benefits by submitting an online authorization form.

• Spring 2020 Sponsor Billing Payment Plan Application Open

  Nov 22, 2019 10:45 am9 views

  The Sponsor Payment Plan application (SPP) is now available for 2020 spring semester!

  Newly sponsored students entering the University of Illinois or continuing sponsored students whose authorization, letter of credit or financial guarantee expired prior to Spring 2020, must complete a SPP application and upload all applicable documents by January 27, 2020. 

  Please find the SPP here. 

  More information on Sponsor Billing can be found at the USFSCO website.

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  Take the Know What You Owe Challenge

  Nov 15, 2019 12:00 am103 views

  You could win one of five gift cards by by logging in & completing the quiz at http://go.uillinois.edu/refunds. This event runs Nov. 8th - Dec. 15th.

• Free Webinar: Speed vs Saving - Do You Need a Car?

  Nov 14, 2019 12:00 pm53 views

  Learn how to determine the true costs of car ownership and if it's right for you.

• Spring 2020 - 6 Month Payment Plan

  Nov 1, 2019 3:00 am0 views

  The optional Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 6 installments.  Learn more about the Payment Plan for Spring 2020.

• Free Webinar: Spooked by Spending Plans?

  Oct 31, 2019 12:00 pm126 views

  Learn what drives our spending desires and how to conquer them to gain full control over your financial fears.

• Thanksgiving Holiday Closing

  Oct 30, 2019 10:30 am120 views

  USFSCO will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday November 28-29, 2019.

• Fall 2019 Due Date

  Sep 26, 2019 3:45 pm1 views

  Payment for Fall 2019 Tuition and Fee charges is due September 28, 2019, unless you are enrolled in a Payment Plan. 

• Last Chance Payment Plan

  Sep 20, 2019 10:00 am4 views

  The optional UI-Pay Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 2 installments with a down payment of 33% the UI-Pay account balance required.

   

  Learn more about the UI-Pay Payment Plan for Fall 2019.

• UIUC 10th Day

  Sep 9, 2019 3:00 am0 views

  Deadline to drop or reduce semester hours and receive refund if reducing assessment range for ALL students.

• UIC 10th Day

  Sep 6, 2019 3:00 am0 views

  Today is the last day to complete late registration; last day to add a course(s) or make section changes; last day to drop individual courses via XE Registration without receiving W (Withdrawn) grade on academic record. Last day to Web Drop courses via XE Registration and receive 100% cancellation of tuition and fees.

• Campus Based Student Loan Conversion

  Sep 3, 2019 9:30 am10 views

  Conduent Education is no longer servicing your University of Illinois Campus Based Student Loan(s).

  ECSI is the new servicer for your University of Illinois Campus Based Student Loan(s). You will receive notification from ECSI toward the end of September 2019. This notification will provide instructions for accessing ECSI’s system to view and pay your University of Illinois Campus Based Student Loan(s).

• Direct Deposit for Refunds

  Sep 1, 2019 3:00 am1257 views

  Direct deposit is the safest, fastest, and most efficient way to receive your Refund!

• Take the Understand Your Refund Challenge

  Aug 30, 2019 12:00 pm697 views

  You could win one of five $25 gift cards by by logging in & completing the quiz at http://go.uillinois.edu/refunds. This event runs until October 1, 2019.

• Welcome Back!

  Aug 20, 2019 10:15 am0 views

  We hope you enjoyed your summer!  Review our website for important dates and information about billing and your student account.  

• 3 Month Payment Plan

  Aug 20, 2019 10:00 am0 views

  The optional UI-Pay Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 3 installments.  Learn more about the UI-Pay Payment Plan for Fall 2019.

• 4 Month Payment Plan

  Jul 23, 2019 11:00 am0 views

  The optional UI-Pay Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 4 installments.  Learn more about the UI-Pay Payment Plan for Fall 2019.

• Welcome New and Transfer Students!

  Jun 27, 2019 4:00 pm0 views

  It is our pleasure to be of service to you and your family! We encourage you to review our website to become familiar with all of our services and policies.

• 5 Month Payment Plan

  Jun 27, 2019 4:00 pm0 views

  The optional Payment Plan allows you to spread payment of tuition, fees, room, and board expenses over 5 installments.  Learn more about the Payment Plan for Fall 2019.

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  Take the Know What You Owe Challenge

  Jun 15, 2019 12:00 pm207 views

  You could win one of five $25 gift cards by by logging in & completing the quiz at http://go.uillinois.edu/refunds. This event runs Apr. 15th- Jun. 15th.