Credit/Debit Card (CUNYfirst only)

1. Can I use a credit card or a debit card to pay my tuition?

Yes—credit and debit cards are accepted for tuition and fee payments.  All major credit/debit cards will be accepted.  There is a 2.65% convenience fee assessed for each transaction made via this method.

2. How do I pay with a credit/debit card?

Credit/debit card payments are accepted online only via CUNYfirst.

Navigation Instructions:

First, be sure to disable the pop-up blockers in your web browser.  This is to ensure that all links will load to the next page.

  1. In CUNYfirst, go to "Student Center," "Financial Account," "Make a Payment."  The QuikPay page/portal will load in a new tab or window.
  2. In the QuikPay portal, select "View & Pay Accounts" from the left-hand menu.
  3. Then click on the navy-blue "Make a Payment" button and follow prompts.

3. How are credit/debit card payments recorded? 

Card payments are posted to the student record based on your card’s company (i.e., “VISA Gateway Payment,” “MasterCard Gateway Payment,” “AMEX Gateway Payment,” etc.).  The student will receive an automated receipt to their designated email of the transaction upon submission.

4. I have Bursar holds for my past-due balance.  Can I use a credit or debit card to remove it? 

Yes.  Bursar holds will be removed immediately for past-due balances that are paid in full with credit or debit cards.  After the payment has been submitted, the holds will be released within 24 hours or you can email our office.