Installment Plan
Payment plans are available!
- Installment plans can be set up by students or authorized users by logging into the Student Account Manager (SAM) and choosing the option that works best for you. Plans are designed for current semester balances only; payment agreements are used for past-due balances and can be found here.
- The total amount of the installment plan will be divided into equal payments based on the plan you choose.
- There is a non-refundable $30 enrollment fee.
- A reminder will be sent to the owner of the installment plan shortly before the payment due date.
- Autopay is strongly recommended not required. Installments can be paid via your bank account or credit card (subject to 3% service fee).
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Important Dates
Summer 2026: Enrollment opens on April 7, 2026. Last payment will be due on July 5, 2026.
Payment Option
First Installment Due
Last Day to Enroll
3-Month Plan
05/05/2026 05/18/2026 Fall 2026: Enrollment opens on April 7, 2026. Last payment will be due on October 5, 2026.
Payment Option
First Installment Due
Last Day to Enroll
6-Month Plan
05/05/2026 05/18/2026 5-Month Plan
06/05/2026
06/18/2026
4-Month Plan
07/05/2026
07/18/2026
3-Month Plan
08/05/2026
08/18/2026
Spring 2027: Enrollment opens on October 7, 2026. Last payment will be due on April 5, 2027.
Payment Option
First Installment Due
Last Day to Enroll
6-Month Plan
11/05/2026 11/18/2026 5-Month Plan
12/05/2026
12/18/2026
4-Month Plan
01/05/2027
01/18/2027
3-Month Plan
02/05/2027
02/18/2027
Installment plans are not available for Winter semester.
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What amount should I enter for the installment plan?
Enter your current account balance, located on the landing page of SAM. If this balance is inaccurate due to anticipated additional funding or charges, a calculator tool is presented during enrollment to assist you with estiablishing the budget for your payment plan. If you are setting up your installment plan prior to receiving your semester bill, please rely on the calculator tool to establish an initial estimated budget.
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How do I increase or decrease the total budget of my installment plan?
The plan owner may adjust the budget up or down at any time. However, adjustments made three or less days before the due date may not impact your payment amount until the following installment. To adjust your balance:
- Click on the ‘Payment Plans’ navigation option when logged into the Student Account Manager (SAM)
- Choose ‘Edit Payoff Amount’
- Type your new budget amount in the display box
- Remember to Save
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Can more than one installment plan be present on a single student account?
Yes, more than one party may enroll in an installment plan for a single student. An enrollment fee is charged for each plan.
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What fees are associated with installment plans?
A $30 nonrefundable enrollment fee must be paid upon enrollment. A plan is not active until this fee is paid. A late fee of $25 will be assessed for any missed installments. Returned electronic check payments will be assessed the $35 Returned Item Fee.
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How do I update my saved payment method?
Students will log into their SAM portal and authorized users will log into the Authorized User Portal.
To update a payment method using bank account information: Click on the Personal Profile menu located on the right side of the screen. Click on the Payment Profile tab where you will dee a display of all Saved Payment Methods. Choose to Add New Payment Method and this will prompt you through the necessary steps of linking a new account. Previously saved banking information cannot be edited. If a payment failed, you must add a new payment method and then delete the method associated with your failed payment.
Once you have successfully saved a new payment method, click on the Payment Plans tab in the gold bar near the top of the page. Next, click on the gray Update all methods button that appears under your installment details, which will open a pop-up on the screen. Use the Select Method drop-down menu to choose your newly saved payment profile. Don't forget to Save your changes!
To update a payment method using credit card information: Click on the Payment Plans tab in the gold bar near the top of the page. Next, click on the gray Update all methods button that appears under your installment details, which will open a pop-up on the screen. Use the Select Method drop-down menu to choose Update PayPath and click Save. A box should pop up asking if you would like to Continue to pay through PayPath - choose OK. The next few screens will prompt you through the necessary steps of linking a new credit card. Don't forget to Save your changes! -
Can I cancel my payment plan?
No, this can only be done by Office of Student Accounts staff. If a plan owner has a compelling reason to unenroll from the installment plan, please email osa@millersville.edu with the student ID associated with the plan and the reason for requesting unenrollment.
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Important Notes About Enrollment
After the due date of your final payment, any unpaid installments will be reverted to Millersville as an amount due on your student account and may result in a financial hold until the balance is paid. If you make a change to your enrollment, please review the budget of your plan to ensure your installments fully cover your balance due.
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Who do I contact if I have questions about my payment plan?
Please email osa@millersville.edu to receive assistance with your payment plan.