Do I have to give NKU my Social Security Number?
NKU is required by federal tax law to include each student’s federally assigned SSN, ITIN, or ATIN on IRS Form 1098-T that is issued annually to each student. Failing to provide NKU with your federally assigned number has possible tax consequences for you, and the university. The federal government has the power to impose penalties […]
Employer Tuition Reimbursement — how does that work?
In order to comply with federal regulations surrounding Truth-in-Lending disclosures, Northern Kentucky University does not have an Employer Reimbursement Plan. If you anticipate receiving tuition reimbursement from your employer, the student will initially be responsible for paying the first semester up front through a variety of options (i.e. out of pocket payment, financial aid, alternative […]
Why do I have a Student Account Services hold?
Financial holds will be placed on accelerated online majors who maintain an outstanding term balance >$100; this hold prevents registration for future sessions. Any balance over $0.00 will prevent you from receiving an official transcript.
If my courses are dropped for non-payment, can I be reinstated?
There is no reinstatement process for accelerated online majors.
What if I am expecting Financial Aid?
It is important that you register for all of your courses for that semester (all sessions) up front to maximize your financial aid award. If your financial aid application process is complete, your financial aid will be posted to your student account statement as ‘estimated aid’ by the tuition due date. If your financial aid application process […]
Can I set up a payment plan for my courses?
No, due to the short nature of each session; accelerated online majors do not qualify for a payment plan. Your courses must be paid for in full, per the Academic calendar (typically the first day of classes). If you are registering for later sessions within the semester (after the initial due date of the semester), payment for […]
Can my classes be dropped for nonpayment?
Yes, payment for each session’s courses is due by the published due date for the semester. Non-paid courses will be dropped for nonpayment early in the morning of the next business day following the payment due date.
When is payment due?
Payment is due in full at the beginning of the first session for all courses registered for that semester. If you decide to register for the second or third session later, then tuition payment is due upon registration. There are no payment plans available for accelerated online course sessions.
How do I sign up to have my refund sent to my checking account via direct deposit?
Log into MyNKU – Click on Biller Direct Tab → Select Manage Bank Accounts → Click Add Account → Enter Bank Account Details → Check Box for Account to Refund → Click Review → Click Confirm Detailed instructions for setting up direct deposit are available here. Detailed instructions for deleting bank information is available here.
How do I pay online?
Payments can be made online (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) by going to MyNKU and following these instructions: Online – E-Check payment.There is no additional fee for paying with E-Check. Log into MyNKU – Biller Direct Tab → Pay Your Bill → Pay Bill Now → Select Payment Method (E-Check) → Enter […]
How do I make a payment?
Online Via US mail In person Students are strongly encouraged to make electronic payments via Self Service with credit card (2.5% service fee) or electronic check (free). See detailed instructions below. Students who elect to pay in person at the cashier’s window (cash or check only) may do so by visiting the Student Account Services […]
When will I receive my bill?
Northern Kentucky University does not send paper statements. Each month a statement of activity is sent to the university assigned email address of all students that have any kind of activity on their student account. However, you can view and/or pay your student account at any time (24/7) online via myNKU > Biller Direct.
What else do I need to know about prior learning credit, and how can I get the process started?
Students must be enrolled at NKU to engage in any prior learning assessments. Once enrolled, students can contact the Adult Learner Programs & Services office at [email protected] or 859-572-5898.
How many credits can be obtained through prior learning credit and transfer?
Up to 90 credits total.
Is there a cost associated with the prior learning assessment?
Yes. Some examinations such as AP, CLEP, and others charge their own fees to take the exam. NKU may assess fees based on the type of prior learning assessment and based on the amount of credit awarded.
How is prior learning credit different from transfer credit?
Generally, prior learning credit is awarded for college-level learning outside of the college environment while transfer credit is awarded for college-level learning within the college environment.
What prior learning assessments are available?
A prior learning assessment is the way a student demonstrates their prior learning and how a university evaluates and awards credit. Examples of prior learning assessments include: examinations such as IB, AP, CLEP, DSST; American Council on Education (ACE) approved non-collegiate or military credit; portfolio assessment, industry credentials, and more.
What is credit for prior learning?
Credit for prior learning is a broad type of college credit that can be issued to a student. College-level learning acquired through non-college experiences is one such example. Credit for prior learning is not granted for the experiences someone had, but rather the learning that has resulted from those experiences.
How do I update my start date, course, major or personal information?
For undergraduate applicants, you can make these updates and more online by visiting https://www.nku.edu/admissions/undergrad/admission-process/status.html Graduate applicants should send an email requesting the updates to [email protected]
