Coursera Student Accounts, Payments and Refunds

 

Student Account Statement for Reimbursement

You can view and download an account activity statement in . Log in to Buff Portal, locate the Student Account & Finances card and click "Account Statement." You may be prompted to allow a popup window, then enter the date range you want and click “Submit.” If you have any questions, please contact sf-specialprograms@colorado.edu.

Payment Methods

Pay with ECheck

Using a traditional U.S. checking or savings account, you will be able to pay online with eCheck. There are no fees associated with this payment method. 

Pay with Flywire

 

Which Payment Method Should I Choose?

We have partnered with Flywire to accept payments from international students worldwide. International students and families can easily and securely pay in their country's currency, using local payment methods from the convenience of their home. Flywire provides a Best Price Guarantee: if a better exchange rate at the student or family’s bank is found within two hours of booking a local currency bank transfer with Flywire and the quote from the bank is sent, Flywire will match it. With real-time tracking and 24x7 multilingual support, millions of students and families around the world already trust Flywire for payment processing. Watch  for more information.

Please note that this is a multistep process. You will be enrolled in the course once you have completed all payment steps. Assignment and exam dates will not be adjusted for delays in payment and enrollment. Check the course calendar in Coursera before selecting this payment method to ensure you have enough time to complete all coursework. Otherwise, please consider enrolling in the next session.

Pay with Credit or Debit Card: 2.85% Service Fee

 

How much will the service fee be?

We accept U.S. credit and debit cards: American Express, Mastercard, Visa and Discover. In order to offer this option, a nonrefundable 2.85% service fee is charged by NelNet Campus Commerce for each debit or credit card transaction. You will receive two receipts: one for the tuition payment and one for the service fee. Because the service fee is assessed by NelNet Campus Commerce, the service fee will not show on your account activity statement. 

Late, Returned or Canceled Payments

Please visit Paying Late and Returned Payments. 

Financial Holds

If you have a financial hold, you can begin your coursework. The financial hold will not prevent you from attending class. If the balance due remains unpaid, the hold will prevent you from enrolling in other courses until the balance is paid in full.

Refund Policy

To receive a full refund, two requirements must be met: you must submit a drop request within 14 days from the class start date or your enrollment date, whichever is later; and you must not have accessed restricted content in the course. Visit the the Office of the Registrar’s Special Programs website to drop classes or withdraw.

  • If you paid with a U.S. credit card, the refund will go back to the credit card company. Refund processing may take up to 10 business days, longer if your credit card company requires additional days for processing.
  • If you paid by eCheck and have set up direct deposit for refunds, deposits are made nightly except on weekends. (Direct deposit for refunds is different from direct deposit for payroll. To set up direct deposit for refunds, log in to Buff Portal, locate the Student Account & Finances card, click "Direct Deposit" and then complete the information.)
    If you do not set up direct deposit, refunds are mailed once a week to your "mail" address. If there is no "mail" address, it will be sent to your "home" address. See Addresses to find out how to check your address.
  • If you paid using Flywire, refunds are processed weekly through Flywire and will take up to 10 business days.

Contact Information

For tuition account, payment and refund questions, please contact sf-specialprograms@colorado.edu.

For all other questions, please contact your department.

Coursera Financial FAQs

Courses taken through Coursera programs at ֱ Boulder may have different tuition rates. Current rates are published on the Bursar’s Office website by credit hour as well as an estimate for the entire program based on the current year’s rates. Please see the following cost pages for details:

Cost webpage: MS in Computer Science (MS-CS) on Coursera

Cost webpage: MS in Data Science Online

Cost webpage: MS in Electrical Engineering (MS-EE) on Coursera

Cost webpage: ME in Engineering Management (ME-EM) on Coursera

No. These programs are 100% online and tuition is the same for all students regardless of where they live.

At this time, there are no mandatory student fees assessed for ֱ on Coursera.

Other potential fees:

  • If you pay using a U.S. credit or debit card, a 2.85% transaction fee is assessed by NelNet Campus Commerce. To avoid this fee, pay by eCheck from a U.S. checking or savings account, if possible.
  • If a payment is returned due to insufficient funds, a $20 returned payment fee will apply.
  • If you wire your payment using Flywire, there are some fees but as our partner, Flywire guarantees the best exchange rate.

ֱ on Coursera does not currently have any student fees. When you enroll in for-credit courses and pay ֱ tuition, you do not need to pay for a Coursera subscription or cover exam proctoring costs. Your tuition also includes access to ֱ on Coursera,  resources, the Handshake online employment platform and networking tool, the Quinncia online resume review service, and membership to Forever Buffs, the alumni association.

If you are taking a non-credit class, you only pay the monthly Coursera subscription fee.

If you are taking a for-credit class, you only pay the per-credit-hour tuition for your program.

Note: If you started the non-credit course within the same month that you enroll in a for-credit course, you will not receive a refund for the monthly subscription associated with that non-credit course because the subscription fee is paid to Coursera, not to the University of ֱ Boulder.

Non-credit

  • Non-credit courses are on-demand and flexible.
  • Non-credit courses have a monthly subscription fee.
  • Non-credit completion certificates do not imply the conferral of credit from the University of ֱ Boulder nor appear on the student’s transcript.

For-credit

  • For-credit courses will have session start and end dates. Each session is 8 weeks long.
  • For-credit courses can earn the same credentials as our on-campus students. Additional material and assessments must be completed to earn credit; these materials are only available to students who pay tuition.

You may upgrade from non-credit to for-credit at any time during the enrollment window. Previously completed assignments will be automatically applied to your for-credit experience.

Note: If you started the non-credit course within the same month that you enroll in a for-credit course, you will not receive a refund for the monthly subscription associated with the non-credit course. The monthly subscription fee is paid to Coursera, not to the University of ֱ Boulder.

ֱ on Coursera

  • Performance-based admission.
  • 100% online.
  • Tuition is assessed on a pay-as-you-go, per-course basis.
  • Courses may be offered for fractional credits ranging from 0.6 credit hours to 1.2 credit hours.
  • Each course session is 8 weeks long.

On-campus program

  • Not performance-based admission.
  • Not online.
  • Tuition is based on residency.
    • In-state
    • Out-of-state
    • International
  • Mandatory student fees apply.
  • Courses are often 3 credits.
  • Each semester lasts 15 weeks. There are two semesters in one academic year (Sept.–May), plus summer.

We accept the following forms of payment:

  • Pay online from a U.S. checking or savings account (no fee). If a payment is returned for insufficient funds, a $20 returned payment fee is charged.
  • Pay online with a U.S. credit or debit card with a service fee for each transaction. Please refer to the Bursar's Office for more information.
  • Pay online with a wire transfer via Flywire.

See details at Degrees On Coursera Payment Methods.

Tuition is due at the time of enrollment. You will enroll and then pay the tuition. You will receive an enrollment confirmation message within an hour of making your payment.

If you are paying internationally using Flywire, making a payment is a multistep process. You will be enrolled in the course once you have completed all payment steps. Please see Pay with Flywire. 

No, tuition payments cannot be rolled over to future sessions.

Because ֱ on Coursera uses a pay-as-you-go tuition model, payment is due at the time of enrollment. This is different from traditional on-campus programs. Be prepared to pay the tuition up front in order to complete your enrollment and then once you are registered, you can submit a voucher or letter of authorization from your company with your student information, with your name, student ID number, your covered courses, the enrollment period and the charges. After we receive your completed form, we will refund your pre-pay payment and submit an invoice to your sponsor around mid-term. To find out where you can submit a letter of authorization and for more details, see the sponsorship process.

If you are a ֱ employee, this program is not eligible for the University of ֱ employee tuition assistance benefit.

No, this program is not eligible for the University of ֱ employee tuition assistance benefit. 

  • U.S. federal student aid: ֱ on Coursera programs are not currently eligible for financial aid provided through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
  • Scholarships: ֱ Boulder does not currently offer scholarships for these programs. However, you can search for private scholarships and improve your chances of success with our tips to apply.
  • Student loans: Private loans may be an option for you. Contact the Office of Financial Aid if you have questions. Note that enrollment in this program will not affect your existing federal student loans (i.e., you will not be able to defer your loans based on half-time or full-time enrollment status).
  • Employer tuition assistance: Many employers value the skills this program provides. Check directly with your employer to see if they have a "tuition assistance" or "tuition reimbursement" program, where your employer helps pay your tuition.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits: This program is eligible for education benefits offered through VA. Check with your VMA advisor and visit the  for more information.
  • Tax benefits: Consult a tax advisor to determine which credits and deductions might apply to you. Learn more about .

You’ll need to drop the class within 14 days from the class start date or enrollment date (whichever is later), and you must not have accessed restricted content in the course. A refund will be returned to your credit card or bank account (if you have set up direct deposit) within 7–10 business days. When a course is dropped under these conditions, it will not appear on your student record. Visit the Office of the Registrar for more information.

You’ll need to drop the class within 14 days from the class start date or enrollment date (whichever is later), and you must not have accessed restricted content in the course. A refund will be returned to your credit card or bank account (if you have set up direct deposit) within 7–10 business days. When a course is dropped under these conditions, it will not appear on your student record. Visit the Office of the Registrar for more information.

If there are extenuating circumstances, visit Tuition Appeals for more information.

Yes, check with your VA advisor and visit the  for more information.

Yes, please contact your department for details on how to proceed.

Contact information for Coursera tuition account, payment and refund questions

     sf-specialprograms@colorado.edu

For all other questions, please contact your department.