Why can’t I pay student account balances with my credit card?🔹 Why can’t I use my credit card to pay tuition anymore? 🔹 How come Acadia doesn’t take credit cards for fees?

Acadia no longer accepts credit cards for student account payments to align with university standards, reduce processing costs, and protect your financial information.

As of May 1, 2017, Acadia University no longer accepts credit cards for payment of student accounts (such as tuition and related fees).

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💳 Why This Change Was Made

• Acadia was the last university in Nova Scotia to stop accepting credit cards for tuition payments.
• This change aligns with industry standards and best practices across Canadian universities.
• It helps the university meet Data Security Standards and manage the high costs associated with credit card processing.

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📘 Helpful Definitions

• Student account: Your financial account at Acadia, which includes tuition, residence, meal plans, and other fees.
• Data Security Standards: Rules that protect your personal and financial information when making payments.

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🔗 Suggested Links

• Student Accounts Email - student.accounts@acadiau.ca

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📝 Special Notes

• You can still pay using online banking, debit, cheque, or wire transfer.
• If you have questions about how to pay your fees, contact Student Accounts for help.