1. Student Financial Services Student Accounts
Third-Party Billing Orientation and Overview
September 2, 2015
William and June – Room L107
10am – 11:30am
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2. Third-Party Billing http://sfs.columbia.edu/billing/sponsored-students
What is Third-Party Billing?
Third-Party/Sponsored students are those whose educations at Columbia University are funded directly by a third party, called a sponsor. Examples of sponsors are an employer, educational institution, government agency, foundation, grant, or other institutional source.
How to apply:
Upon entering Columbia University, sponsored students must:
Fill out and submit the online Third-Party Billing Agreement form
Obtain a sponsorship letter from the third party that will pay their bill, to be uploaded through the online form. See guidelines below.
The sponsorship letter must:
be on the third party’s official letterhead
specify the student’s name and nine-digit Columbia University Identification number (also known as a PID)
outline the educational costs that the sponsor will cover
list the sponsorship terms
indicate the billing address to be used on the invoice
contain a valid sponsor name, address, phone number, and address
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3. Fall 2015 Invoicing Schedule
When do we bill students or sponsors?
Fall 2015 Invoicing Schedule
School
Invoice
Due Date
Architecture - AC
9/28/15
10/28/15
Arts - AR
Business - BU
8/23/15
9/23/15
Columbia College - CC
Engineering - EN
Engineering - EP
Graduate School of Arts & Sciences - GF
Graduate School of Arts & Sciences - GG
General Studies - GS
SIPA - IA
Journalism - JN
Journalism - JNMS NW
Law- LW
Continuing Education - SP
Social Work - SW
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4. Billing and Payment Options for Sponsors http://sfs. columbia
Billing Methods
(preferred method)
Mail
Payment options
Wire (preferred method)
Wells Fargo NA
375 Park Avenue, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10152
Account Number
ABA (Domestic Wires)
ACH (Domestic Wires)
ABA (International Wires)
SWIFT (International Wires) WFBIUS6S
CHIPS ID (International Wires) 0407
*The student's name and nine-digit Columbia University identification number [Ask Us] or UNI should be included in the detail field.
Lockbox
Third Party Payments P.O. Box 1395 New York, NY
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5. Sample Sponsor Letter and Invoice http://sfs. columbia
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6. Billing and Payment Options for Students http://sfs. columbia
E-Bill Monthly: Statement Schedule
Payment Options
E-check (preferred method)
Wire
Western Union (preferred method)
Wire Transfer
Wire transfers may be sent to:
Wells Fargo NA 375 Park Avenue 6th Floor New York, NY 10152 
Account Number , plus the following information:
Domestic: ABA # ; ACH #:
International*: ABA # ;  CHIPS ID  0407
*Special instructions for international wire transfers: To complete an international wire transfer, you will also need to enter a SWIFT code. T
The SWIFT code for Wells Fargo is: WFBIUS6S.  
In-Person
Cashier’s Office – 210 Kent Hall
Cash
Personal Checks (drawn on US bank)
Travelers Checks
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7. Financial Aid and Refunds http://sfs. columbia
Financial Aid contacts (must notify FA if applying for financial aid)
Undergraduate Financial Aid Offices
Graduate Financial Aid Offices
Refunds
Direct Deposit (preferred method)
Checks (mandatory: must have local address)
Local Address Update
Must update your local address including telephone number and address every year in SSOL
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8. Third-Party Billing Notifications http://sfs. columbia
Congratulations on your sponsorship!
The Sponsored Billing Division of Student Financial Services is responsible for managing the billing and collections relationship with your sponsor.
The sponsored billing process will occur after the change of program period of each term. During this time, you can anticipate receiving your Columbia University student account E-Bill statement via notification as well as a copy of the invoice sent to your sponsor. If you are a partially funded student, please adhere to the payment due date provided to you in your E-Bill for fees that your sponsor will not pay. You may view your student account information at anytime by accessing SSOL (Student Services online). Sponsors should adhere to the payment due date provided on the actual invoice sent to them by the University.
If you have medical insurance coverage and do not require University health insurance please contact or visit the Health Services Department website to complete a medical insurance fee waiver.
It is essential that you notify the Sponsored Billing Division of any changes in the relationship, terms or agreement concerning your sponsor award.
For more information related to sponsored accounts, please visit or visit AskUs, our online Question & Answer tool.
Again, congratulations and we look forward to assisting you.
Best regards,
The Sponsored Billing Division
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9. Third-Party Billing Notifications http://sfs. columbia
Dear Student,
We have received your sponsor’s most recent payment. Please review your student account online to view your remaining balance that should be paid immediately.  All financial obligations must be satisfied before you can register for the following term and/or receive your diploma.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please us at
Best regards,
The Sponsored Billing Division
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10. Third-Party Billing Notifications http://sfs. columbia
Dear Student, Our records indicate that your sponsorship agreement has concluded. Please note that invoices will no longer be sent on your behalf to a third party. If you believe you received this in error please contact us immediately with an updated sponsorship letter. Updated information can be provided to or dropped off at any of our Student Service Center locations. Our Morningside location is: 210 Kent Hall and our CUMC location is: Black Building. Any outstanding balances are subject to late fees and/or collections. Please pay off the balance to prevent the account from being placed on hold, preventing the release of transcripts and the diplomas. If you have any questions or require additional information, please us: Thank you for the opportunity to assist you. Best regards, The Sponsored Billing Division
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11. Sponsored Billing Contact Info
(preferred contact)
Ask Us:
Telephone MORN:
In-Person: 210 Kent Hall
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12. Third-Party Billing Checklist http://sfs. columbia
Sign the Third-Party Billing Agreement Form online.
Submit your Sponsor Letter
Review your account balance online at
If you owe an out-of-pocket balance, you can make payments by:
Payment Plan
E-Check
Wire
In-Person at 210 Kent Hall
Keep in touch at should you have any questions.
Enjoy your classes!
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13. Questions?
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