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Ways To Pay For Brookdale

Instructions to Make a Payment Online or Set Up a Payment Plan Online (PDF)

Ways to Pay

Pay in Full

Pay in full when you register – it’s quick and easy.

Ways to Pay:

Online

  • All credit card payments will be made through Nelnet.
  • Below are instructions to submit payment online by a credit card:
  1. Select “My Brookdale” [Button in Upper Right Corner of Screen]
    Select “WebAdvisor/Self Service”
  2. Log in with your Brookdale username and password
  3. Click on “Online Payment Options”
  4. After completing Nelnet’s MFA process, you are able to “Make a Payment” or Set Up a Payment Plan on line. Please contact Nelnet, 800-609-8056 for further assistance.

Please be aware that all credit card payments made online will have a credit card service charge added to the total amount paid. The amount of the service charge is determined by the card used and can be different depending on the card used. Paying online by check is free.

In Person

Cash, personal checks, and money orders are accepted.

Checks can be mailed to Brookdale Community College, 765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ, 07738 Attn: Student Accounts.

Please make sure your student ID is in the memo field and also that the check will reach the College by the due date to ensure classes are not dropped.

PLEASE NOTE: IF YOUR STUDENT ACCOUNT IS ON A RETRICTIVE HOLD FOR A PAST DUE BALANCE, please make sure to submit your payment in cash or by money order at the Cashier’s Office for the hold to come off immediately off your student account. If you submit payment by check or by credit card then the hold will be removed off your student account after 5-10 business days, allowing your bank to process and release funds to Brookdale.

Payment Plan

 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Access for Fall 2026 Payment Plans will be made available in June 2026.

Brookdale has partnered with Nelnet to offer a convenient payment plan that works for you – for one simple fee you can set up installment payments.

Why should I use Nelnet?

  • Combine your 15-week and 11-week classes into one plan with one fee
  • Pay either online or by phone with your credit card
  • View your account anytime with the Nelnet Student Account Center
  • Get support 24/7/365 at the Nelnet Customer Support Center

Below are instructions to enroll for Nelnet payment plan online:

  1. Select “My Brookdale” [Button in Upper Right Corner of Screen]
    Select “WebAdvisor/Self Service”
  2. Log in with your Brookdale username and password
  3. Click on “Online Payment Options”
  4. After completing Nelnet’s MFA process, you are able to “Make a Payment” or Set Up a Payment Plan on line. Please contact Nelnet, 800-609-8056 for further assistance.

Please be aware that all credit card payments made online will have a credit card service charge added to the total amount paid. The amount of the service charge is determined by the card used and can be different depending on the card used. Paying online by check is free.

Questions? Call Nelnet directly at 800-609-8056. Please have your student ID number, term and amount due available when you call.

The fine print: All credit card payments must be made through Nelnet. You will be advised of the fee at the time of payment. Nelnet charges a $65 non-refundable fee per plan to set up your account. A service fee will be charged for all transactions based on the type of credit card presented. As always, paying by check online is free.

Enroll for a Payment Plan

Apply for Financial Aid

File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and learn if you qualify for federal grants, financial aid, scholarships, work-study programs or subsidized student loans.

Brookdale awards over $30 million in financial aid each year – in grants, scholarships, loans and more.

Visit the Financial Aid office online to see if you qualify, or to manage your financial aid package. You can also contact the One Stop at (732) 224-2020 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) for more information.

Learn more about Financial Aid

You May be Eligible for Tuition Free Brookdale Community College

Tuition-free Brookdale Community College is now available to recent high school graduates, returning students and working adults who have not earned a post secondary degree. You may be eligible for tuition-free community college!

Eligibility requirements include the following:

Total household adjusted gross income (AGI):

  • Students (first time receiving CCOG): AGI between $0–$65,000 → to qualify for up to 100% award.
  • Previous Grant Recipients (received CCOG award in a past semester): AGI between $0–$100,000 → awards are tiered.
  • Completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application
  • Make satisfactory academic progress
  • Enrolled in at least six (6) credits at Brookdale Community College during the academic year.

For more information or to apply call (732) 224-2020 or visit Brookdale’s Community College Opportunity Grant page.

Preferred Payment Method for International Students

Brookdale Community College has partnered with PayMyTuition for international tuition payments. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition payments from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple and cost effective.

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