Ways to Pay for Brookdale

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 “WebAdvisor/Self Service”

4. From the icons on Left–Select “Financial Information” [Under Home Icon]

5. Select “Student Finance” from Drop Down Menu

6. Select “Make a Payment/Set Up a Payment Plan”

7. 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.

Pay As You Go

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 “WebAdvisor/Self Service”

4. From the icons on Left-select “Financial Information” [Under Home Icon]

5. Select “Student Finance” from Drop Down Menu

6. Select “Make a Payment/Set Up a Payment Plan”

7. 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 $60 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.

Ways to Pay for Brookdale