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How to Avoid a “Past Due Balance” Bursar Hold

What is a Bursar Hold?  

A Bursar Hold is a restriction placed on your record due to failure to satisfy tuition & fees by the Bursar’s tuition payment deadline. In accordance with CUNY policy:  

  • Students with outstanding tuition balances are not permitted to register for a subsequent semester at any CUNY college until all prior balances are paid in full.  
  • Past-due balances are subject to placement with a collection agency within six months after the due date.   

How do I avoid a Bursar Hold?

1. Apply for FAFSA/TAP  

Ensure that all financial aid applications are completed in a timely manner:  

2. Check your CUNYfirst to-do list and complete all financial aid requirements!  

After completion of FAFSA & TAP, there may be additional steps you need to take:   

  • Complete all of CUNYFirst’s Financial Aid To-Do List requirements.  
  • Ensure that all TAP requirements are completed: 
  • Meet academic performance requirements of federal & state programs  

3. Sign up for the CUNY Tuition Payment Plan:  

To apply for a payment plan, go to CUNYFirst, click the Student Center tab, then click on the ‘Financial Aid’ tab, and on the left of your screen click on ‘Payment Plan’, this will open a new tab for you where you can create a payment plan. 

4. Anticipate the Future & Be Sure to Reach Out if You Need Help!  

Office of Bursar: For questions regarding payment, tuition & fees, and available payment plans, please contact the Office of Bursar— Room: S-330:  

  • Telephone: 212-220-1300;  
  • Email: bursar@bmcc.cuny.edu.  

Office of Financial Aid:  

For general financial aid inquiries, please contact the Panther Station.  

Financial Aid Advisement for ASAP Students (appointments only): 

  • For one-on-one financial aid advisement, please schedule an appointment with an ASAP Financial Aid Advisor or Coordinator on Connect2Success.   
  • Email: ASAPfinaid@bmcc.cuny.edu (Be sure to provide your full name and student ID number.) 

Also, keep track of important deadlines and always refer to BMCC’s Academic Calendar   

5. Alternative payment options  

Consider applying for a Federal Direct Student Loan. If you are ineligible for financial aid and unable to make payments, you may want to consider the loan option:  

Visit:

https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/finaid/learn/loans/request-a-federal-direct-loan/