Student Payment Options

We offer a variety of payment options—including online and in person—for students to easily and securely submit payments to SDSU.

SDSU uses a "post-pay model" for paying Basic Tuition & Fees. This means you  pay tuition & fees in my.SDSU after you have enrolled for classes. Please refer to your my.SDSU "Financial Account Tile" for your specific due date to pay Basic Tuition & Fees.


Online and Alternative Payment Options

An eCheck, or electronic check, is a form on online payment using the checking account and routing numbers of your bank account. Note: your debit card or credit card number cannot be used. This transaction is made via a processes called ACH (Automated Clearing House).

Notices Regarding eCheck:

  • Only regular checking accounts at domestic banks (including most credit unions) may be used.
  • eChecks are not automatically approved by your bank and may take up to three business days (72 hours) to be posted to your account.
  • Despite the delay in processing, be sure that there are sufficient funds in the account during the entire process
    If a transaction is returned as invalid due to insufficient funds or erroneous account number(s) you will be charged a $35 dishonored check fee (late fees may also apply).

Credit card payments are normally posted to your student account in real-time. A 2.65% service charge will be assessed to credit card payments.

If a payment is returned by the bank for any reason you will be billed a $35 dishonored payment fee, in addition to the $20 late fee if applicable.

SDSU has partnered with Convera and Flywire to provide a convenient and secure online payment option for international students.

All students paying in foreign currency should use the IFT option through Transact in my.SDSU. Payments are automatically posted to your student account once received.

Wires through Convera and Flywire offer favorable exchange rates and eliminate bank fees typically associated with wire transfers.

The 529 Plan

529 plans are flexible, tax-advantaged accounts designed specifically for college savings. Funds can be used for qualified higher education expenses here at SDSU.

Vist Our 529 Plan Page

In-Person and Mail-in Payments

In-Person Payments

Payments may be made in-person at our office: Student Services West, Room 2536. If it is after-hours you may leave payments in our drop box located outside the office.

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Accepted Payment Types

  • Debit card
  • Cash
  • Check made payable to SDSU

Notices Regarding Checks

  • Checks are accepted for the exact amount of the payment
  • Overpayment's of $10 or less are refunded only upon request
  • If payment is retuned by the bank for any reason, you will be billed a $35 dishonored payment fee in addition to a $20 late fee if applicable

Disclosure

SDSU reserves the right to refuse payment by personal check from those individuals who have previously had items returned unpaid. If your check writing privileges are revoked, you must wait one (1) year before petitioning to be reinstated.

Postage Mail Overview

Basic Tuition & Fees may be paid in full by personal check, money order, or certified funds. Checks must be paid payable to SDSU or San Diego State University. Please print the Fee Payment Coupon and submit it with your payment to ensure prompt processing.

Addressing Envelopes

SDSU University Bursar's Office
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-7425

Copy the above address exactly as it appears. The mail code ensures mail reaches our office.

Notices Regarding Checks

  • Checks are accepted for the exact amount of the payment
  • Overpayment's of $10 or less are refunded only upon request
  • If payment is retuned by the bank for any reason, you will be billed a $35 dishonored payment fee in addition to a $20 late fee if applicable

Disclosure

SDSU reserves the right to refuse payment by personal check from those individuals who have previously had items returned unpaid. If your check writing privileges are revoked, you must wait one (1) year before petitioning to be reinstated.

Non-payment of Tuition and Fees may result in cancellation of your registration and/or withholding of services until all debts are resolved. Avoid delays by making payments online.

Financial Aid

If eligible, students have the option to use financial aid to assist with SDSU expenses. How to Appy for Financial Aid.

Financial Aid Overview

It is the policy of SDSU to directly apply Financial Aid and/or scholarship funds to current-year institutional charges. First, funds are applied in accordance to due date. Then, funds are allocated in the following order:

  1. Basic Tuition & Fees
  2. Non-Resident Tuition & Fees, if applicable
  3. Housing & Meal Plan, if applicable

After current-year fees are paid any remaining funds will be disbursed to you.

Refer to the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships for questions related to financial aid awards.