Planet College International Payments And Your Student Acount Part Two

As an International student excited about the opportunity you have found at an American University you can benefit from an understanding of some basics of American higher education.

Initially you need to understand most colleges in America use a student account system to manage a students finances while they are a student at their school. Although the details vary from school to school, over all, the system is essentially the same. Student funds are deposited to the individual student's account. From this account payments are made for tuition, fees and residential arrangements such as  dorm rooms and meal plans. Some, but, again, not all, universities provide access to a student's account through the student's college identification card.  This card is often referred to as an ASB, for Associated Student Body, card. This card, which a student is required to carry while on campus or when attending school functions, bears the student's name and picture.

 At many colleges this same card can be used on campus much like a credit or debit card. With funds deposited to your student account simply swiping the card at the book store or dining hall will pay for your purchases from your account. Not all campuses use this card in this manner but nearly all college campuses use this student account system described here.

If you have any questions, remember, The International Student's Office on your campus is a central location for all your concerns.