Summer Classes

Summer school is right around the corner. Students that plan on attending summer semester are encouraged to register for classes as soon as possible. The first summer invoice was sent to students on April 1, 2021.  Summer tuition is due in full on May 3, 2021. For students who are financial aid recipients, please make sure you have all your required financial aid documentation in by the May 3, 2021 deadline. We encourage students to always check their Banner Self-Serve account for any changes to their balance due.

Online Payments

In other news from the Office of Student Accounts, our old Tuition Management System (TMS) will be fully integrated to the Nelnet Enterprise System by mid-April 2021. Nelnet is the third-party the University has selected to partner with to provide students and their families the opportunity to utilize monthly payment plans and e-payments. There have been enhancements made regarding enrolling in our monthly payment plans and making a one-time payment. There are two ways students can access the new process.

1. Students can start by logging onto PilotsUP

• Navigate to the Banner Self-Serve
• Select Student Account Tab
• Choose Account Summary (to look up the account balance)
• Click the Pay Now button

2. Students can also begin by visiting the landing page mycollegepaymentplan.com/uportland.  

Students may authorize others to access their agreement and make payments on their behalf. The student will need to set the authorized user up before they can establish an account via mycollegepaymentplan.com/uportland in order to set-up a payment plan or make a one-time payment. Please note that an Authorized Payer for the Nelnet Enterprise System is different than the Parent Proxy Access required by FERPA regarding sharing information with anyone other than the student.  

Monthly Payment Plans

Our structure of our monthly payment plans will also have a new look. It will be important to pay close attention to the enrollment dates for the plans. 

Summer Payment Plans: Opens on April 1 (3-month plan) *$48 Enrollment Fee

• Last day to sign up for a summer plan is May 12
  • Payment period: May 15 – July 15

Fall Payment Plans: Opens on June 1 (5-4-3-month plan) *$48 Enrollment Fee

• Last day to enroll in a 5-month plan is July 13
  • Payment period: July 15 – November 15
• Last day to enroll in a 4-month plan is August 12
  • Payment period: August 15 – November 15
• Last day to enroll in a 3-month plan is September 13
  • Payment period: September 15 – November 15

Spring Payment Plans: Opens on October 1 *$48 Enrollment Fee

• Last day to enroll in a 5-month plan is December 12
  • Payment period: December 15 – April 15
• Last day to enroll in a 4-month plan is January 13
  • Payment period: January 15 – April 15
• Last day to enroll in a 3-month plan is February 11
  • Payment period: February 15 – April 15

We want to be sure our Pilots families are aware of the following 1-credit courses available next semester. Encourage your student to explore these great options in the pursuit of their growth and development both inside and outside of “the classroom.”

CAS 291- Career Planning + Life Design

Is your student starting to navigate the big questions surrounding life after UP? Are they unsure about their major or even how their major connects to career options? If any of this resonates, encourage your student to register for this course, which will offer them the tools and community to explore ideas and develop a creative, proactive approach to career and life planning.

ED 102 – University Success

Has your student experienced challenges transitioning into academic life at UP? Do you wish they could learn more about how to manage their time, study for exams, take good class notes, etc.? If you answered yes to any of these questions, encourage your student to check out ED102 – University Success. Brother Thomas Giumenta, C.S.C., Learning Assistance Counselor, servers as the instructor. The University Success class will meet for an hour every week and is specifically designed for students who have experienced difficulties and challenges with academic work. The course is designed to create greater success and to free a student from the burden of academic probation. By the end of the class your student will be able to:

• Create and implement daily, weekly, and semester schedules
• Improve reading comprehension of class texts
• Practice the Cornell note taking method
• Practice various test taking strategies
• Practice memory retention skills
• Practice effective communication with professors of challenging courses

If your student has questions about the course, they can contact Brother Thomas Giumenta, C.S.C., at Giumenta@up.edu.

LDR 225: Foundations of Leadership

The Leader Certificate Program at UP is designed to provide leaders with the tools, knowledge, and ability to impact and inspire their followers using the key leader habits. Students can register for a Spring Semester leadership course. Courses are 1 credit and meet once per week in the spring. All students can register for the first course in the program (LDR 225: Foundations of Leadership), and all majors are welcome!

CAS 197: Internship & Career Preparation

Did you know that applied and project-based experiences (particularly internships) give students an edge with employers after graduation? Recent surveys show that 60% of hiring managers are much more likely to hire a recent graduate with internship experience on their resume. Internships give students valuable experience and help them develop skills which employers are looking for! In this class, we’ll explore the career planning process including self-exploration, occupational exploration, internship planning, and how to conduct a job search. 

After taking the course, students will be better prepared to make informed career decisions and to locate satisfying internships or positions after graduation. Assignments include working on career materials to apply for internships and/or jobs in the future, such as a resume and cover letter, as well as creating a professional brand online (LinkedIn). 

This course for Spring 2021 will be held online on Mondays from 5:45—6:40 p.m. PST. Any student interested in completing an internship or expanding their career development should register for the course. Students can contact Elizabeth Jones, CAS Academic Internship Coordinator, at jonesel@up.edu with any questions.