Billing - Online MS

Bill Overview / Pay Your Bill

Please note: Bills will be generated in July for the Fall 2024 semester. Students will not be able to view or access a bill until that time.

View Balance/ Pay Your Bill 

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 the instructions to make a payment
  • Select View & Pay Accounts to view current activity or the latest statement

 

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 (all credit card payments are subject to a 2.85% processing fee). 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. Alternatively, Smith Financials may be reached via email at smithfinancials@umd.edu. 

The Office of Student Financial Services and Cashiering considers students pre-registered if registered by July 25, 2024. Students are required to pay their entire Fall bill by August 20, 2024. Failure to pay the student account by August 20 may result in the cancellation of registration.

TERP Payment Plan

Student Financial Services and Cashiering has made enhancements to the Terp Payment Plan through its 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 semester. Additional plan details are available at billpay.umd.edu/TPP.

International Student Payment 

The University of Maryland now has a third-party vendor, Flywire, as the official provider used for all international payments.  We are no longer able to accept traditional wire transfers due to the increased fraudulent activity associated with them. 

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

Tuition Remission - University System of Maryland Institution

Students obtaining tuition remission from a University System of Maryland institution need to complete an application each semester that they wish to obtain tuition remission. Information about this can be found here. 

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 on 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. If you would like to provide your employer with additional information, please see our Student Template which can be used as a guide in explaining this process. Please note that this is for personal use and the contents within the cover letter are not affiliated with the University of Maryland or The Robert H. Smith School of Business. 

 

Contact

For general questions, please contact Smith Financials via email at smithfinancials@umd.edu.