Spring 2026 Tuition Online MS

Where can I view my bill online and make tuition payments?

• Go to The Office of Student Financial Services and Cashiering
• Choose "Make a Payment" and "Student Login"
  • Log-in using your Directory ID and Password
    • Payment can be made by Credit or Debit Card (2.85% processing fee), e-check, check, wire transfer or cash.
    • Sponsored students should use the 3rd party billing process.
• Follow instructions to make a payment
• Select View & Pay Accounts to view current activity or latest statement

Please be aware that billing statements, tuition due dates, and other financial related information will be sent to you via email by the Office of Student Financial Services & Cashiering. Students should monitor emails and deadlines from this office.

Billing Explanation and Resources

Monthly Billing Statements are generated at the end of each month by the Office of Student Financial Services and Cashiering. This statement will show the status of your student account on the date in which your statement is generated. Students should utilize the "Student Account Inquiry" screen in Testudo to receive a live view of their bill. The Student Account Inquiry screen is a useful tool that allows students to view their account balance, especially when in between billing cycles.

Many students utilize employer benefits to help fund their education. Often employers require students to provide additional information to have their courses approved for reimbursement. Students can submit a copy of their Billing Statement, Unofficial Transcript or Certification of Enrollment with Course Schedule, and tuition information. 

Tuition Payment Methods

For student convenience, payments may be made online, in-person, or via mail. Payments can be made with American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover credit cards*. Personal checks are also accepted. All checks and money orders must be in U.S. dollars drawn on a U.S. bank. Checks must be made payable to the University of Maryland, and include student identification number (UID) on the front of the check

The Office of Student Financial Services and Cashiering  may be contacted with billing and payment questions. The Office of Student Financial Services and Cashiering can be reached at billtalk@umd.edu or 301-314-9000. 

*Please note all credit card payments are subject to a 2.85% processing fee.

Financial Aid

Domestic Students (U.S. citizens, Permanent Residents and Eligible Non-citizens)

If you are a United States citizen or a permanent resident of the United States and you are interested in applying for student loans, you must fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Students who plan on using financial aid to help cover the costs of their education will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each October 1st.

Filling out the FAFSA form will determine your eligibility for federal loans. Please note that the Smith School does not manage the FAFSA or student loan process.

Each form of aid has its own eligibility and application requirements. It is extremely important that incoming students investigate the details of their financial aid requirements early to avoid any missed deadlines. Please check each type of aid for specific dates.

Please be aware that individual financial aid package information will be sent to you via email by the Office of Financial Aid. Students should monitor emails and deadlines from this office.

Please watch our Webinar for more information!

For general questions, please contact your advisor.

TERP Payment Plan

Student Financial Services and Cashiering has made enhancements to the Terp Payment Plan through their partnership with Nelnet. Nelnet is now the exclusive payment plan administration for the University of Maryland.

The Terp Payment Plan (TPP) at the University of Maryland allows you to spread your educational expenses in monthly installments over the academic year or by the semester. The enrollment fee is $55.00 per semester. Additional plan details are available at billpay.umd.edu/TPP.

TPP enrollment is open for online at https://billpay.umd.edu/TPP, or by phone by contacting Nelnet at 888-470-6014. At Nelnet you have 24/7 secure account access to:
* Set up and modify payment plan budgets
* Make online payments for your monthly installments
* View previous or upcoming scheduled payments
Once enrolled, you will be billed monthly by Nelnet in accordance with your payment plan schedule. You may pay online or automatic deductions from your checking or savings account, by mail or by credit card with a related processing fee. Please note that all payment plan payments must be made to Nelnet.
*Please note that if you make changes to your courses (add or drop) you are responsible for updating this information with Nelnet.

For all questions regarding payment setup, please contact Nelnet at 888-470-6014 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. with any questions.

Third Party Sponsored Billing*

Often, students' employers will help cover the cost of education. When a private or government agency is paying any portion of your tuition and fees directly to the university and they are requesting a bill, students will utilize Third Party Sponsored Billing located within the Office of Student Financial Services and Cashiering.

There is no standard form. Some companies will write a letter, on business letterhead, stating what they are willing to pay. Others have a special form. Regardless of the format, all contracts or letters MUST include the following information in order to be processed:

• Student's name
• Student's account number (University ID)
• Specific charges and semesters the sponsor will pay
• Billing address required
• Name, signature and contact information of person authorizing the contract
• Purchase order and contact information of person authorizing the contract
• Purchase order number (for government contracts)

All documentation will need to be submitted to their office by email at thirdpartybilling@umd.edu or by fax at (301) 314-7067.

*Information as outlined by the Office of Student Financial Services and Cashiering

Contact

For general questions, please contact your advisor.