Financial Responsibility Agreement for Skills Training

Please read this agreement carefully before completing your Skills Training registration.

PAYMENT OF FEES/PROMISE TO PAY

I understand that when I register for any class at Ivy Tech Community College or receive any service from Ivy Tech Community College, I accept full responsibility to pay all tuition, fees and other associated costs assessed as a result of my registration and/or receipt of services.

I further understand and agree that my registration and acceptance of these terms constitutes a promissory note agreement (i.e., a financial obligation in the form of an educational loan as defined by the U.S. Bankruptcy Code at 11 U.S.C. §523(a)(8)) in which Ivy Tech Community College is providing me educational services, deferring some or all of my payment obligation for those services, and I promise to pay for all assessed tuition, fees and other associated costs by the published or assigned due date. If payment is not made in full by the due date, I understand my registration will be canceled.

I understand and agree that if I drop or withdraw from some or all of the classes for which I register, I will be responsible for paying all or a portion of tuition and fees in accordance with the published refund policy below. I have read the terms and conditions of the refund policy and understand those terms are incorporated herein by reference. I further understand that my failure to attend class or receive a bill does not absolve me of my financial responsibility as described above.

I understand and agree that I am responsible for keeping Ivy Tech Community College records up to date with my current mailing addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers. Upon leaving Ivy Tech Community College for any reason, it is my responsibility to provide Ivy Tech Community College with updated contact information for purposes of continued communication regarding any amounts that remain due or owing to Ivy Tech Community College.

PAYMENT PLANS

I understand that I can enroll in a flexible payment plan through the College's IvyPay system, and select a payment schedule that works for me (https://www.ivytech.edu/tuition-aid/payments/payment-plans/). I also understand that setting up a payment plan requires a non-refundable $30 setup fee. I understand that installment amounts might change over time to account for any new charges, payments, or financial aid adjustments. I understand that, in addition to the setup fee and payment amounts listed below, I will be charged a service charge, assessed by TouchNet PayPath tuition services, for payments made using a credit or debit card. If payment is made by ACH, I understand that Ivy Tech Community College may assess a $30.00 returned payment fee for returned ACH payments.

I also understand that failure to meet the terms of this agreement may entitle Ivy Tech Community College to (1) declare the full balance plus late fees immediately due and payable by law, (2) refuse subsequent registration for any classes and/or drop current classes (3) deny future enrollment in any payment plan, and (4) withhold grades, diplomas, or transcripts from being released until the unpaid balance, as well as all attorney fees, legal expenses, and other collection costs are paid in full.

METHOD OF BILLING

I understand that Ivy Tech Community College uses electronic billing (e-bill) as its official billing method, and I am responsible for viewing and paying my student account e-bill after registering for skills training classes via this method. I further understand that failure to review my e-bill account does not constitute a valid reason for not paying my bill on time. If I am unable to access the e-billing portal IvyPay, I understand that I must contact the help desk for assistance at ivyforce@ivytech.edu or find another way to pay for the class at least 48 hours prior to the start date and time.

WORKFORCE READY GRANT AWARDS

I understand that if I am awarded the Workforce Ready Grant for Skills Training through the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (Next Level Jobs program), Ivy Tech Community College will receive 70% of my award at the beginning of the class and 30% when I complete the class. If I fail to complete the class, I understand that I am responsible for paying the remaining 30%. 

FINANCIAL HOLDS

I understand and agree that if I fail to pay my student account bill or any monies due and owing Ivy Tech Community College by the scheduled due date, Ivy Tech Community College may place a financial hold on my student account, preventing me from registering for future classes – skills training, credit, or otherwise.

COLLECTION AGENCY FEES

I understand and accept that if I fail to pay my student account bill or any monies due and owing Ivy Tech Community College by the scheduled due date, and fail to make acceptable payment arrangements to bring my account current, Ivy Tech Community College may refer my delinquent account to a collection agency. As provided in Indiana Code Section 21-14-2-11, I further understand that I am responsible for paying the collection agency fee which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 39 percent of my delinquent account, together with all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, necessary for the collection of my delinquent account. For purposes of this provision, the third party may be a debt collection agency or an attorney. If a lawsuit is filed to recover an outstanding balance, I shall also be responsible for any costs associated with the lawsuit such as court costs or other applicable costs.

TAX OFFSET

Pursuant to Indiana Code 6-8.1-9.5, in the event of a default on my account owed to Ivy Tech Community College, I understand and accept that Ivy Tech, as a Claimant Agency, may report to the Indiana Department of Revenue (IDOR) my name, social security number, the amount of my debt, and any other identifying information required by the IDOR for possible offset from a future Indiana income tax refund due to me. As such the Department of Revenue Services will garnish (intercept) my State of Indiana income tax return on behalf of Ivy Tech Community College in order to pay an outstanding balance.

BILLING ERRORS

I understand that administrative, clerical, or technical billing errors do not absolve me of my financial responsibility to pay the correct amount of tuition, fees and other associated financial obligations assessed as a result of my registration at Ivy Tech Community College.

RETURNED PAYMENTS

If a payment made to my student account is returned for any reason, I agree to pay the original amount of the payment plus a returned payment fee of $30.00. I understand that multiple returned payments and/or failure to comply with the terms of any payment plan or agreement I sign with Ivy Tech Community College may result in the cancellation of my classes.

SEVERABILITY CLAUSE

If any provision, term, or clause of this Agreement is declared illegal, unenforceable, or ineffective in a legal forum with competent jurisdiction to do so, this Agreement shall be deemed severable, and all other provisions, terms, and clauses of the Agreement will remain valid and binding on the Parties.

For questions and concerns, please contact your nearest Program Manager (see contact list below).