Ways to Pay for Brookdale

Click here for Instructions to Make a Payment Online or Set Up a Payment Plan online.

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. Select “Proceed to Processor” [Button] to be redirected to the Nelnet payment gateway.

You are now able to Make a Payment or Setup a Payment Plan. You may contact Nelnet at

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 and not subject to a surcharge hold.

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.

Payment Plan

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. Select “Proceed to Processor” [Button] to be redirected to the Nelnet payment gateway.

You are now able to Make a Payment or Setup a Payment Plan.

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.

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, 8:30am-5:00pm) for more information.

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:

Have a total household adjusted gross income between $0 – $100,000
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.

Ways to Pay for Brookdale