Tuition Information

If a student has an overdue outstanding financial obligation owed to the College, the financial obligation must be paid in full before the student can register. The College reserves the right to restrict or withhold registration privileges, processing of financial assistance, transcripts, or enrollment status information for any individual who has an unpaid financial obligation.

Tuition and Fees

Students must be prepared to pay their tuition and fees in full at the time of registration, unless another due date is stipulated on SSC Self-Service. If a student is utilizing any type of financial aid it is the students’ responsibility to ensure that the financial aid is posted to their account as payment on SSC Self-Service. All Financial Aid is processed at the Main Campus in South Holland.

Student are responsible for payment of tuition and fees upon registration. South Suburban College is not responsible for dropping students from their courses. South Suburban College accepts tuition and fee payments via cash, check or MasterCard, Visa or Discover credit cards.

Instructional Fees (Tuition) for Credit and Credit-Equivalency Courses
In-District	$152.00 per credit hour
Special Residency†	$187.00 per credit hour
Out-of-District *	$350.00 per credit hour
Out-of-State	$405.00 per credit hour
Student Development Fee (Required of all students enrolled in college-credit courses)	$7.75 per hour
Instructional Technology Fee	$20.00 per hour
Registration Fee	$25.00 per semester

Incidental Fees
Transcript Fee	$8.00 per copy
*Immediate Transcript*
Cost per Transcript	$8.00
Same Day Processing fee	$15.00
*Total Due*	*$23.00*
*Sending Certified Mail*
Cost per Transcript	$8.00
Same Day Processing fee	$15.00
Certified Mail fee	$10.00
*Total Due*	*$33.00*

Overnight Transcript
Cost per Transcript	$8.00
Same Day Processing fee	$15.00
Overnight FED EX fee	$15.00
*Total Due*	*$38.00*
Educational/ Competency Evaluation Program (ECEP) Evaluation	$8.00 per credit hour
All Online courses	$10.00 per course
All hybrid courses	$10.00 per course
Special Course Fees	Charges in addition to those listed are required for certain courses and programs to partially offset cost of extraordinary supplies or exceptional services.

†Special Residency status refers to students who are Lake County, Indiana Residents and Employees.

Illinois residents who are not residents of South Suburban College District 510 are charged a non-resident fee of $198.00 per credit hour in addition to the regular tuition fee of $152.00 per credit hour charged to resident students, or a total of $350.00 per credit hour. Under the terms of the Illinois Public Community College Act, students who are not residents of District 510 may be entitled to have the nonresident fee paid by the community college district in which they reside. Those who do not reside in Community College District 510 should check with their local community college at least 30 days prior to time of enrollment.

Nelnet Deferred Tuition Plan

To help you meet your educational expenses, South Suburban College is proud to offer Nelnet as a convenient budget plan ($100 minimum to budget). This is not a loan program. You have no debt, there are no interest or finance charges assessed, and there is no credit check.

The cost to budget your interest-free monthly payment plan is a $30.00 per semester nonrefundable Nelnet Enrollment Fee. There is no fee to use the “Pay In Full By Credit Card” option.

All enrollment fees, down and full payments will be processed immediately.

You may budget your College tuition and fees in the following ways:

Automatic Bank Payment (ACH)

ACH payments are those payments you have authorized Nelnet to process directly with your financial institution. It is simply a bank-to-bank transfer of funds that you have pre-approved for your expenses at South Suburban College. Payments may be made from either your checking or savings account. Payments are processed on the 5th of each month and will continue until the balance is paid in full. There is no fee to use the “Pay in Full by Bank Account Transfer” option.

Credit Card Option

Scheduling your payment with your credit card gives you the option of taking advantage of any bonus programs that may be offered by your credit card company. Your monthly payment will be automatically charged to the credit card you designate. Payments will be charged on the 5th of each month until the balance is paid in full.

Convenient Online Enrollment

You can enroll in the Nelnet Payment Plan in SSC Self Service.

Select “Student Finance”.
Select “Create/Manage Payment Plan”.
A new page will open. Select “Proceed to Processor”.
Enter/verify requested information and select “Next” on the bottom of page (first time only).
Answer security questions and select “Submit” (first time only).
From the payment plan homepage, select “Set Up a Payment Plan”. Follow on screen instructions.

If you have not checked on a box to accept terms and conditions and “Authorize”, then you have not completed the payment plan. You will receive an agreement number for a successfully completed payment plan.

NOTE: Be sure to have your bank account or debit/credit card information available to complete your payment plan. If paying by automatic bank payments, you will need the bank name, the bank routing number, and your account number. If paying by credit card, you will need the credit card type (VISA, etc.), card number, expiration date, and the 3-digit security code (CVV) along with the billing address for the credit card.

Information on Returned Payments

Should an automatic bank payment or credit card payment be returned, a $30.00 Nelnet Returned Payment Fee will be automatically assessed to your account. You will be notified by Nelnet of the returned payment via mail or e-mail.

Save Time – Pay Online

The payment plan can accommodate down payments and monthly payments. Before you click the “Submit” button, please carefully read through the Final Review and the Terms and Conditions. An immediate e-mail will be sent (if an e-mail address was provided for the person responsible for payment) confirming enrollment.

Down Payment and Full Payment Options

Down or full payments are deducted immediately from the account provided on the agreement. If the payment fails for any reason, the agreement is terminated and notification is sent to the person responsible for payment.

NOTE: All down and full payments are processed immediately!

Frequently Asked Questions about Nelnet

When and what time will the funds be withdrawn from my bank account?

Nelnet specifies the date each payment will occur, but it is your financial institution that determines the time of day the payment is debited. Nelnet recommends you check with your financial institution to determine how far in advance funds should be deposited into your account to ensure the automatic payment clears. If a payment date falls on a weekend or banking holiday, the payment will be attempted the following business day.

How will I be notified of my payment information?

Once your agreement is posted to the Nelnet system, you will receive a confirmation notification of your payment amount by e-mail or letter. Payments will be processed until the total balance is paid in full. The notification also serves as a reminder that a $30.00 per semester non-refundable Nelnet Enrollment Fee will be processed from the account indicated on the agreement. This $30.00 Nelnet enrollment fee will be charged to your bank or credit card account within 14 days of the completion of your agreement. There will be $30.00 non-refundable Returned Payment fee if a payment is returned.

Can I pay by phone with Nelnet?

In accordance with the Terms & Conditions of your Nelnet agreement, payments are processed electronically. Nelnet does not accept payments by phone.

If you have questions regarding your Nelnet agreement, please contact Nelnet directly at (800) 609-8056. If you have questions regarding your financial aid award or tuition balance, please call the South Suburban College Cashier’s Office at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5720. The Board of Trustees of South Suburban College reserves the right to adjust or change tuition and fees without notice, if circumstances warrant. For the most up to date tuition and fee costs, please check the current term schedule.

Change of Registration

Students will be allowed to change their class schedule only through the approved academic calendar dates. Please refer to the academic calendar at ssc.edu. This process must be completed through SSC Self Service. Students wishing to discontinue attendance in a course after the close of the refund period must follow the Withdrawal procedure on page 29 of the College catalog. No registration changes will be accepted after the 10th day of the term for the particular class.

Refunds

When a TITLE IV (Federal Financial Aid) recipient withdraws (officially or unofficially) on or after their first day of class during the period of enrollment for which the student was charged, the College will calculate a federal refund amount according to regulatory requirements, and will compare the results of the calculated federal refund amount to the calculated institutional refund amount. In all cases, the College will refund (repayment to TITLE IV) the larger of the results as per the Policies and Procedures Relating to Refunds and Repayments of the U.S. Department of Education.

Incidental fees and returned check fees are not refundable. If a class is canceled by the College, and the student does not choose to enroll in another class, a total refund of tuition and fees for that particular class will be made to the student. Refunds of tuition and fees will occur only after the student has completed a ”drop” through their SSC Self Service during designated “drop” periods. No refunds will be authorized for withdrawals or changes made after the refund date for the term.

Refund checks will be mailed approximately three weeks after the stated deadline.

NOTE: South Suburban College cannot authorize withdrawals on the basis of information received by telephone. (See page 29 for complete information on withdrawal procedures.)

No tuition/residency adjustments will be made after the 10th day of the term.

NOTE: There is a $20.00 fee, per credit class, for dropping a class during the add/drop period. This fee can be waived if additional credit classes are registered after dropping the prior class.

Visit our website at ssc.edu for most current dates for refunds for college-credit courses dropped in the spring and fall semesters:

Special Tuition Programs

The College has several special programs for eligible individuals. Some waivers provide individuals with the opportunity to enroll in programs at special tuition rates, while others offer a tuition-free course. Eligible individuals for any of the below programs must pay all corresponding lab, student development, and instructional technology fees. Verification of residence must also be provided. For more information on any of these special programs, call Admissions at (708) 210-5718 or visit the Admissions office.

Free Class

The Free Class is for first time credit students residing within South Suburban College District 510 or Lake County Indiana. It cannot be used with Federal and/or State Financial Aid, Other Special Tuition Programs or Employer Subsidy Programs. This Free Class applies to tuition only, does not apply to courses of more than 5 credit hours and may not be used for summer term unless you are a high school student. May require Placement Testing prior to registration. The Free Class Form must be verified in Financial Aid for processing before payment due date of the course. Fees on the course that the waiver is applied to must be paid at the end of business that the waiver is processed.

Academic Achievement Waiver

In June 2004, the Board approved a waiver to all students who previously used a waiver, earning a grade of “B” or better in the class reflected by the past waiver. Recipients must reside within South Suburban College District 510 or Lake County Indiana. It cannot be used with Federal and/ or State Financial Aid, Other Special Tuition Programs or Employer Subsidy Programs. This waiver is the Academic Achievement Waiver to recognize the academic excellence of the student in question for that course in particular. This is limited to tuition only for one course and does not apply to courses of more than 5 credit hours. The student is responsible for all books, lab fees, registration fee, student development fees, and instructional technology fees.

Human Success Waiver

In October, 2002, the Board approved a waiver for SSC students who are approved for participation in the Human Success project to complete their high school diploma. A student must complete the Placement Test, the Human Success Tuition Waiver Application form and obtain a signature of an SSC Advisor. This is a one-time offer for tuition only and does not apply to courses of more than 5 credit hours. Students must pay for all fees and books. Applications are available in the Registration, College & Career Success Center and Admissions Centers of the College.

Senior Citizen Waiver

District 510 residents age 62 and over are eligible to enroll in credit and non-credit courses (except Private Applied Music lessons) free of tuition charges only, provided that classroom space is available, and a sufficient number of tuition-paying students enroll to conduct the course. Students using this waiver are still responsible for all student development, instructional technology, registration, laboratory and course fees, as well as books.

In-District Employee Program

Employees of businesses located within District 510, but who reside outside of the District, may enroll in courses at the $152.00 per credit hour in-district tuition rate. Any individual interested in the program must bring a verification letter on official company stationery (each semester) to the Registration Center.

Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce

Employees of businesses that are members of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, but who reside outside of the District, may enroll in courses at the $152.00 per credit hour in-district tuition rate. Any individual interested in the program must bring a verification letter on official company stationery (each semester) to the Registration Center.

Lake County, Indiana Residents and Employees

A special tuition rate for residents of Lake County, Indiana was implemented in early 1990 and revised in 1999. Through this program, eligible residents, and those employed in Lake County, Indiana may enroll in classes for only $187 per credit hour, plus all other incidental fees. Call the Admissions or Registration Center for more information.

Non-credit courses

Fees charged for non-credit courses are based on nature and length of course. Exact charges are listed on the schedules announcing these courses.

Residency

Residency is based on the location of the student’s actual habitation at the time of registration and is associated with the intent to remain at that location for the entire semester. As such, the classification of residency, as determined when fees are paid, remains in effect for the entire term. Residency of students under 18 is that of the parent or legal guardian, or as otherwise established by law.

Residency classifications are determined each term by the Admissions Office at the time of application entry. District residency status can change during a semester, but tuition will not be adjusted during a semester. No tuition/ residency adjustments will be made after the 10th day of the term. By Illinois state law, a student may be requested to supply proof of residency at any time.

Proof Of Residency For In-District Tuition

As a public community college within the state of Illinois, South Suburban College adheres to current residency requirements set forth by the Illinois Community College Board. To receive in-district tuition at South Suburban College, all new students must provide proof of established residency within Community College District 510 at least 30 days prior to initial term registration. Classification of residency remains in effect for the entire term. A student who resides in Community College District 510 for educational purposes only does not gain the status of in district resident regardless of the length of the student’s stay in the district.

A student who fails to submit adequate information to establish residency in Community College District 510, will be classified as a non-district resident, thus paying out-of district tuition.

To prove residency, you will be required to provide a valid driver’s license or state issued ID card with the in-district address if you have an address change; or returned mail. If you are unable to provide either one of those items, see additional acceptable items below.

A total of three documents (one from each category below) will be required to verify in-district residency. Each document must list the student’s name and residential address (not a Post Office box), and at least one of the documents must be dated within the last 30 days.

Category I

Contract to purchase home in district
Home Insurance Declaration Page
Homeowner’s Association Notice
Mortgage Agreement
Property Closing Statement
Rental Contract or Lease
Voter’s Registration Card *
Voter’s History (online)
Shelter Residency Document

Category II

Paycheck stub
Tax return
W-2
1098-T (not from South Suburban College)
1099 Interest Statement
Social Security Statement
FAFSA downloaded information
INS Documentation
Voter’s Registration Card *
Vehicle Registration Card
Healthcare Eligibility Card from Healthcare & Family
Services
Current Illinois Firearm Owners ID Card (FOID Card)
Jury Duty Notice
Unemployment Check Stub
Military Active Duty/Discharge Documentation

Category III

Bills:

◆ Gas

◆ Electric

◆ Telephone

◆ Water

◆ Medical/Dental

◆ Credit Card Statement

Installment Loan Documentation (Car/Boat/ Motorcycle, etc.)

Library Card (must include name and address) Bank Statement

Persons enrolling at South Suburban College are classified for residency purposes as:

In-District Students-Persons who have established a permanent residence within Community College District 510 and show evidence of continued intent to remain in the District.

Out-of-District Students- Persons living outside Community College District 510, but in the State of Illinois.

Out-of-State Students-Persons not living in Illinois.

International Students- Persons who are not United States citizens, have not filed a petition for naturalization in Illinois, and do not hold permanent residency status. These students are charged out-of-state tuition rates.

Permanent Residency Status Students-Persons living in the district who are able to establish their status by providing a copy of their permanent resident card; and as such, are classified as in-district and charged in-district tuition rates.

Special Residency Status Students- Persons who are Lake County, Indiana Residents and Employees.

Cooperative Agreements

The College has arranged Cooperative Agreements with neighboring community colleges to provide opportunities for students to enroll in career programs not offered at SSC at the in-district tuition rate. Under the provisions of these Cooperative agreements, programs for study in districts other than those specified in these contractual agreements cannot be authorized.

Students seeking to enroll in career programs for study indistricts other than those specified under the provisions of these Cooperative Agreements, must contact the Dean of Student Development to have a Cooperative Agreement approved prior to enrolling in the program. The Cooperative Agreement will stipulate the approved programs or courses the student will be allowed to take at the in-district rate.

All requests for permission to attend another college under a cooperative agreement must be submitted by the deadline date published. No Cooperative Agreements will be approved retroactively. The in-district rate of tuition shall apply only to coursework required for the program of study approved between the cooperating colleges.

Additional information about Cooperative Agreements may be obtained from the office of the Dean of Student Development.

Residents of South Suburban College District #510 seeking authorization for a Cooperative Agreement to attend a program at another college must complete the following steps before their form will be issued.

Complete the South Suburban College Admissions Application through our website at www.ssc.edu. For more information, please contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718.
Submit an official high school or high school equivalency certificate (HSE/GED®) transcript to the Admissions Department. If applicable, submit official transcripts from other colleges or universities. Provide a copy of all transcripts with Cooperative Agreement application.
Complete the college Placement test in reading, English and mathematics. Schedule an appointment with an advisor by calling (708) 210-5724, if you believe you may be eligible for an exemption from testing based upon prior college degrees, credits or placement testing that can be verified by transcripts or student advising reports. Provide a copy of scores with Cooperative Agreement application.
If the Placement test indicates the need for Developmental coursework, the required Developmental courses must be completed at South Suburban College prior to the application process.
If prerequisite courses are required to apply for admission to the career program the student is seeking to enroll in, the student will be required to complete those prerequisite courses at South Suburban College.
Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 as measured at the end of the spring semester.

Following the satisfactory completion of the requirements listed above, a Cooperative Agreement may be issued. The student will be required to provide proof of identification and current residency. Only students in good academic and financial standing will receive approval.

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