The University of Virginia offers several convenient online options for students, patients, and others to view and pay UVA bills. Whether you need to make a tuition payment, hospital bill payment, or pay other UVA invoices, going online provides 24/7 access and tracking. Read on to learn the various ways to pay a UVA bill digitally.
Online Payment Options at UVA
UVA has partnered with Nelnet Campus Commerce to offer the following online bill pay options through the Student Information System (SIS)
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Student Account – Make payments toward tuition fees housing, meal plans, and other charges through this site. Select ‘Student Account’ under Finances.
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UCARE Patient Billing – Hospital and clinic patients can view statements and pay UVA Health bills here. Choose ‘UCARE Patient Billing’ under Finances.
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Miscellaneous Invoices – Pay any other UVA invoices like lab work, golf course fees, library fines, etc. Look under Accounts Receivable.
These online bill pay systems accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover credit and debit cards. You can also pay directly from a bank account using an electronic check.
In addition, UVA Health MyChart allows patients to view bills and copays and make payments right within their health portal.
Paying Your UVA Student Account Bill
University students receive bills each semester for tuition, fees, room and board, and other education-related charges. Here are some tips for paying your student account online:
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Log into SIS with your computing ID and password and navigate to Student Account.
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Review the total amount due – be sure to pay the ‘current amount due’ to avoid late fees.
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Enter payment details including card number or e-check bank account information.
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Allow 2-3 days for payments to process. Check Recent Account Activity to verify.
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Setup recurring payments or make partial payments toward the balance.
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Sign up for eRefunds to receive excess financial aid disbursements via direct deposit.
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Contact the Bursar’s Office with any questions about your student account bill or payment issues.
Paying on time is important to avoid late payment penalties, registration cancellation, and transcript holds. You can view payment deadlines and enroll in payment plans on the Bursar’s website.
Paying Your UVA Hospital or Clinic Bill
Patients receiving care through UVA Health will receive printed statements or electronic bills viewable through MyChart. To pay your UVA medical bill online:
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Locate your account number and invoice amount in MyChart or on your statement.
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Go to SIS and select ‘UCARE Patient Billing’ to view and pay bills.
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Enter your account number or social security number to pull up active invoices.
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Select the specific bills to pay or pick ‘Pay Total Balance.’
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Input your credit/debit card details or e-check bank account information.
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Contact UVA Health Customer Service with any billing questions or to set up a payment plan.
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Financial assistance is available for those who qualify based on income. Start the process through thebilling website.
Always make note of any reference numbers for your records. Patient payments are typically applied within 48 hours.
Tips for Paying Other UVA Bills
Beyond student accounts and hospital bills, you may need to pay other kinds of invoices to UVA. Follow similar steps to view and pay online:
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Identify what the bill is for – lab work, golf fees, library fines, purchase orders, etc.
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Locate the invoice in SIS under ‘Accounts Receivable’ or if mailed, note the account number.
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Select the specific invoice amount you want to pay.
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Enter credit/debit card information or e-check details to submit payment.
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Look up department contact information on the UVA website if you have any billing questions.
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Double check that the payment was applied by checking your invoice history.
For quick processing, be sure to have all necessary billing information on hand when you sit down to pay UVA invoices online.
Payment Plan Options
If you cannot pay your UVA bill in full by the due date, you may be able to enroll in a payment plan. Payment plans allow you to break a large balance into more manageable monthly installments for an extended period. Explore these options:
Students – UVA offers semester payment plans through Nelnet Campus Commerce. A $35 enrollment fee applies and balances are split into 5 installments.
Patients – UVA Health customers can request payment plans to pay hospital bills over 3-6 months. A fee may be charged based on balance.
Miscellaneous – Check with the department billing you to see if extended payment arrangements can be made for other types of invoices.
Just be sure to enroll in a formal payment plan before the bill due date to avoid penalties. Review payment plan FAQs on the Bursar and UVA Health websites.
Avoiding Late Fees
To avoid getting hit with late fees and interest charges, be sure to note all UVA bill due dates and schedule payments to process prior to the deadline.
Students – Payment due dates are set each semester. A late fee of 10% (capped at $100) applies to past due balances.
Patients – Hospital bills are due within 30 days of generating the invoice. A late fee of 1.5% per month kicks in after that.
Miscellaneous – Due dates vary by department. Check your invoice and with the office billing you.
Set payment reminders and automate repeating payments so you never miss a bill. Review UVA policies on late fees and revoked privileges resulting from unpaid balances.
Get Support Paying Your UVA Bill
Don’t hesitate to contact UVA or the billing department if you need help viewing and paying your invoices online. Some key resources:
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UVA Bursar’s Office – For student account questions and payment issues
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UVA Health Customer Service – For hospital/clinic bill questions or to request financial aid
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Department contacts – For billing questions on misc department invoices
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ITS Help Desk – For technical issues with SIS or online payments
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Financial aid advisors – For assistance obtaining aid if unable to pay balance
With multiple online options, paying your UVA bill is quick and easy anytime day or night. Just be sure to monitor due dates closely and seek help early if you have trouble making payments.
Final Thoughts
Streamline bill payment by going online to view and pay your UVA charges for tuition, healthcare, and other services. Automated systems make it fast and convenient to pay UVA bills 24/7 using credit/debit cards or bank account electronic checks. Just log into SIS, select the right billing portal, review your invoice details, enter payment info, and keep the confirmation number. Setup recurring payments or utilize payment plans to help budget large balances over time. Paying online helps you avoid late penalties and keep your UVA accounts in good standing.
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FAQ
How do I pay my UVA bill?
Students can access UVAPay from the Financials section of the Student Information System (SIS). We recommend you pay online through UVAPay. If you have a checking or savings account held at a U. S. bank, there is no charge. Just enter your bank account and routing numbers.
Does UVA accept Medicaid?
Is the University of Virginia a provider that my insurance plan covers? UVA Health (which is different from UVA Student Health and Wellness) does accept many plans, such as Virginia Medicaid, Tri-care, BCBS, and more.
What is the phone number for UVA billing?
What should I do? Please contact Accounts Receivable at (434) 924-7180 or by email at uva-ar@virginia. edu. Accounts Receivable will often tell customers to contact the University department or unit that sent the bill to find out more about the charge.
What is the late fee for UVA?
Bills are available online through UVAPay only. Students who don’t pay the amount they owe by the due date will be charged a 1. 5% late fee assessed on the amount past due.
Where can I send a payment to uvafinance?
Send payments and questions through US mail to: UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA PO Box 400201, ATTN: Accounts Receivable Charlottesville, VA 22904 United States of America. If you need help or have questions, please contact UVAFinance.
How do I enroll in Uva pay?
Students should log into UVAPay through their Student Center in the SIS. UVA has a semester payment plan that lets you pay for school over 3, 4, or 5 months, depending on when you sign up. There is a $60 enrollment fee for each payment plan you create, and no interest is charged.
Does UVA offer a semester payment plan?
You can spread out your costs over 3, 4, or 5 months with UVA’s semester payment plan, depending on when you sign up. There is a $60 enrollment fee for each payment plan you create, and no interest is charged. Additional information about semester payment plans can be found on the Student Financial Services website.
How do I make a payment via uvapay?
Through UVAPay, you can pay electronically with an e-check or credit card. You can also mail a paper check along with the printed remittance portion of the PDF version of the statement to make a payment. When you use a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover), UVAPay will accept and process your payment.
How much does uvapay cost?
Banking rules say that you can’t use money market, brokerage, 529 college savings plan, or home equity line of credit accounts with UVAPay. If you pay by credit or debit card, you’ll pay an additional 2. 85% service fee. That’s over $140 on a $5,000 payment! Payments from outside the U. S. are also easy and secure in UVAPay.
Does uvapay charge a fee for e-check payments?
Credit cards like Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover can be used to pay for anything through the UVAPay system. A 2. 85 percent fee is charged for this service. There are no service fees for e-check payments.
