Create unlimited online storefronts for events, merchandise, donations and more. Our education payment solutions offer integrated inventory management, flexible product options, promo codes and a single checkout for multiple stores.
Power higher education payments for modern universities
Empower your operations, improve the student experience and stay compliant with higher education payment solutions designed for today’s campuses.
Manage student payments with ease
Make tuition and fee payments easier for everyone. Our education payment software brings all payment types into one secure place. Students and families can pay with confidence, and your staff can manage payments with less friction.
Improve the tuition payment experience
Give students a smooth, self-service way to pay anytime on any device. Reduce paperwork and busywork with one centralised secure system. Support multiple payment methods and simplify access to financial services.
Reduce student debt with tuition payment plans
Support financial well-being and steady revenue with flexible tuition payment plans. Schedule installments, set fees and send reminders from one platform. Students can enroll quickly and pay by bank transfer, card or international transfer.
Support every corner of campus commerce
Higher education expenses stretch far beyond tuition. Our payment solutions for higher education help departments across campus accept payments securely, reduce friction and operate more efficiently. With a unified system, you can streamline workflows and uncover new revenue opportunities.
Create digital storefronts
Connect to ready-to-use integrations
Quickly connect to the systems you already rely on for admissions, the bookstore, events, fundraising, housing, parking, print management and more. Deliver a smooth experience for students and staff, reduce PCI compliance scope and simplify reconciliation across your education payment software.
Enable mobile ID access
Replace traditional ID cards with secure mobile credentials, so students can navigate campus with just a tap of their phone.
Control access across campus
Manage building and facility access using physical cards or mobile IDs, and designate custom credentials for facilities across campus.
Launch a campus mobile app
The 360u mobile app gives students building access, class check-in, event registration, campus navigation, cashless purchases and more.
Keep payment processing running smoothly
Bring your merchant accounts into one higher education payment solution for easier management and quicker answers.
Simplify all payment processing
Accept and manage every transaction — online, mobile or point of sale (POS) — with automated updates to the student account. Our reconciliation tools make management simple.
Gain dedicated support
Our team of experts help you simplify payments and support you every step of the way. Get guidance on how to structure Merchant IDs (MIDs) and payment acceptance processes to keep payments flowing smoothly.
Reduce risk and simplify PCI compliance
Protect sensitive payment data, stay compliant and reduce administrative workload with our managed PCI services program designed for higher education payments.
Untangle the complexities of university payments
Our higher education payment platform connects payments, access and student data for a holistic view of campus activity. Maintain compliance, safeguard sensitive information and reduce the time your staff spends on reporting and documentation.
Your university will be in good company
Trusted by higher education institutions worldwide
1.2k universities
22m+ students and families
30b+ pounds a year in transactions
Overall, TouchNet has proven to be an invaluable partner in simplifying our student financial management. Their innovative platform, coupled with their exceptional customer service, has made a significant positive impact on our institution. ”
Head of Finance Operations,
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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How do you ensure data security, privacy and compliance?Our higher education payment systems use strong encryption, secure network protocols, routine security checks and industry-standard compliance practices. We help your institution protect sensitive data while reducing compliance hurdles.
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What payment methods are supported?Our education payment software supports credit cards, debit cards, digital payments, international bank transfers and more.
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Can the platform integrate with existing student information systems (SIS)?
Yes, our higher education payment solution is designed to integrate easily with SIS platforms to support tuition payments, billing, financial aid and more.
Our API approach allows for seamless data exchange between TouchNet and your SIS. This ensures that information is accurate and up-to-date while reducing administrative work.
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What tools are available to help reduce late payments and improve revenue collection?
- Flexible payment options: Payment plans allow students to pay their tuition, fees and other charges in installments. This makes the financial burden more manageable and reduces late payments.
- Automated reminders: Notifications are sent to students when a payment is due or missed, keeping them informed and helping them stay on track.
- Electronic billing: TouchNet's system allows institutions to deliver electronic bills to students and parents for easier access and faster action.
- Late fee automation: Universities can set up automatic late fees for overdue payments, encouraging students to pay on time.
- Parent/third-party access: Students can grant account access to their parents or guardians, so they can monitor and make payments directly.
- Revenue tracking: Reporting tools allow institutions to track revenue in real time, helping them identify trends in late payments and areas for improvement.
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What kind of customer support do you offer?We offer dedicated support from an experienced team, available 24/7, 365 days a year to help keep your higher education payment system running smoothly.