Student Services
Business Office
The Business Office offers support in the areas of payment plans, how to pay for college, payment deadlines and refunds. RLC employees cannot offer tax advice. Students with questions about their 1098-T form or tax benefits are strongly encouraged to consult a qualified tax advisor.
Hours
Fall & Spring Semester Hours
Closed Fridays during Summer & Semester Breaks.
Closed Weekends and Holidays.
Payment Plan
The college offers the ACI Payment Plan, providing a cost-effective option for budgeting tuition and fees. You can authorize payments from a checking or savings account, or via a credit card held by either yourself or a responsible party. The plan allows you to schedule payments over a set number of months, based on your semester of registration and the timing of your enrollment. Registering early increases your chances of enrolling in desired courses and extends the number of months available for payment scheduling. There is a nonrefundable fee of $25.00 per semester to budget monthly payments through ACI. Depending on the payment method chosen, additional fees may apply. The payment plan is accessible through the student Self-Service Finance Portal or by clicking the link below.How to Pay
1. In Person - You can make in person payments at the Business Office in the Administration Building during regular office hours. You can make cash, check or major credit card payments in person (additional fees do apply for credit card payments).
2. By mail - Mail a check to our Business Office. 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846. Please include warrior tag with all mailed in payments. Mailed in payments will not be accepted after the payment deadline.
3. Online - One-time payments can be made online via your student Colleague-Self Service Ellucian Student Application. Using this service powered by ACI Worldwide, you can select to pay by credit/debit card or electronic check (ACH). ACI charges $1.50 to make a one-time full payment via a bank account, additional fees will apply to credit card payments. Students can authorize payments to be made from a checking or savings account or by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express directly from their Self-Service portal.
If payments have not been completed by the term due date, then you may be administratively withdrawn for nonpayment. If financial aid has been awarded, you will be responsible for all remaining charges on your account unless you officially withdraw from the course(s) by the last day to officially withdraw for a 100% refund of tuition and fees as indicated in the Fee Refunds Table elsewhere on this page.
Payment Deadlines
Refunds
RLC has partnered with BankMobile to deliver your financial aid refund. For more information about BankMobile, visit the link below. Refunds are disbursed during the 10th week of the Fall and Spring semester and the 5th week of the Summer semester. All loans are refunded 30 days into the semester.
Address changed? If you moved from one in-district residence to another in-district residence, call Student Records at (618) 437-5321 Ext. 1230. If you moved into the district or out of the district, come to Student Records in the Baker Administration Building and show proof of your new address.
1098-T
IRS regulations state that each student who wishes to receive their 1098-T electronically must also provide his/her consent. Therefore, if you wish to take advantage of this you must visit www.tsc1098t.com. The instructions are outlined below:
- Go to www.tsc1098t.com
- Enter the Site ID: 11453
- User Name: Rend Lake Student ID Number
- Password: Last 4 digits of your SSN (works only if it is the 1st time accessing this website)
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Select the Forgot Password link if the last 4 digits of your SSN do not work. Enter the school site id and the school student id for the username. If there is no email address on file, then you will receive a message stating no information found.
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If it is the first time accessing the site, you will be prompted to change your password. Enter your current password (last four digits of your SSN) and then enter a new password.
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The new password must be at least 8 characters and contain at least one upper case letter, one lower case letter, one numeric character and one special character. This will be your new password for future logon attempts. The last 4 digits of your SSN will no longer work.
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Do not have an SSN? - Enter 0000 for the temporary password. After clicking Log in, an automated email will be sent to your email address on file and allow you to reset your password.
Once you have entered your new password, you will be presented with the online consent form. If you agree, click on “Consent”. If you consent, you will NOT be mailed a 1098-T and must return to the site after January 30 to view/print a copy of your Form 1098-T. Your consent will apply to subsequent years as well.
We ask that you take advantage of this service to reduce costs here at Rend Lake College and lessen the environmental impact.
If you have any questions, please contact Mallory Howell at 618-437-5321 x 1291.
Payment Plan
The college offers the ACI Payment Plan, providing a cost-effective option for budgeting tuition and fees. You can authorize payments from a checking or savings account, or via a credit card held by either yourself or a responsible party. The plan allows you to schedule payments over a set number of months, based on your semester of registration and the timing of your enrollment. Registering early increases your chances of enrolling in desired courses and extends the number of months available for payment scheduling. There is a nonrefundable fee of $25.00 per semester to budget monthly payments through ACI. Depending on the payment method chosen, additional fees may apply. The payment plan is accessible through the student Self-Service Finance Portal or by clicking the link below.How to Pay
1. In Person - You can make in person payments at the Business Office in the Administration Building during regular office hours. You can make cash, check or major credit card payments in person (additional fees do apply for credit card payments).
2. By mail - Mail a check to our Business Office. 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846. Please include warrior tag with all mailed in payments. Mailed in payments will not be accepted after the payment deadline.
3. Online - One-time payments can be made online via your student Colleague-Self Service Ellucian Student Application. Using this service powered by ACI Worldwide, you can select to pay by credit/debit card or electronic check (ACH). ACI charges $1.50 to make a one-time full payment via a bank account, additional fees will apply to credit card payments. Students can authorize payments to be made from a checking or savings account or by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express directly from their Self-Service portal.
If payments have not been completed by the term due date, then you may be administratively withdrawn for nonpayment. If financial aid has been awarded, you will be responsible for all remaining charges on your account unless you officially withdraw from the course(s) by the last day to officially withdraw for a 100% refund of tuition and fees as indicated in the Fee Refunds Table elsewhere on this page.
Payment Deadlines
Refunds
RLC has partnered with BankMobile to deliver your financial aid refund. For more information about BankMobile, visit the link below. Refunds are disbursed during the 10th week of the Fall and Spring semester and the 5th week of the Summer semester. All loans are refunded 30 days into the semester.
Address changed? If you moved from one in-district residence to another in-district residence, call Student Records at (618) 437-5321 Ext. 1230. If you moved into the district or out of the district, come to Student Records in the Baker Administration Building and show proof of your new address.
1098-T
IRS regulations state that each student who wishes to receive their 1098-T electronically must also provide his/her consent. Therefore, if you wish to take advantage of this you must visit www.tsc1098t.com. The instructions are outlined below:
- Go to www.tsc1098t.com
- Enter the Site ID: 11453
- User Name: Rend Lake Student ID Number
- Password: Last 4 digits of your SSN (works only if it is the 1st time accessing this website)
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Select the Forgot Password link if the last 4 digits of your SSN do not work. Enter the school site id and the school student id for the username. If there is no email address on file, then you will receive a message stating no information found.
-
If it is the first time accessing the site, you will be prompted to change your password. Enter your current password (last four digits of your SSN) and then enter a new password.
-
The new password must be at least 8 characters and contain at least one upper case letter, one lower case letter, one numeric character and one special character. This will be your new password for future logon attempts. The last 4 digits of your SSN will no longer work.
-
Do not have an SSN? - Enter 0000 for the temporary password. After clicking Log in, an automated email will be sent to your email address on file and allow you to reset your password.
Once you have entered your new password, you will be presented with the online consent form. If you agree, click on “Consent”. If you consent, you will NOT be mailed a 1098-T and must return to the site after January 30 to view/print a copy of your Form 1098-T. Your consent will apply to subsequent years as well.
We ask that you take advantage of this service to reduce costs here at Rend Lake College and lessen the environmental impact.
If you have any questions, please contact Mallory Howell at 618-437-5321 x 1291.
Why did I receive a 1098-T form from Rend Lake College?
What am I supposed to do with my form 1098-T?
Students who receive a form 1098-T from Rend Lake College should provide a copy of this form to their tax preparer. Students are also encouraged to provide their tax preparer with copies of their statements showing credits and charges for calendar year 2020.
Why is there information in box 1, but not box 2?
What are “qualified tuition and related expenses”?
According to the IRS, “Qualified tuition and related expenses are tuition, fees, and course materials required for a student to be enrolled at or attend an eligible educational institution.” (www.irs.gov)
The amount of money I paid to Rend Lake College does not match the information on the 1098-T. Why?
According to the IRS, box 1 includes, “…the total amount of payments received for qualified tuition and related expenses from all sources during the calendar year. The amount reported is the total amount of payments received less any reimbursements or refunds made during the calendar year that relate to the payments received for qualified tuition and related expenses during the same calendar year. The amount reported is not reduced by scholarships and grants reported in box 5.”
This means that if a student made a payment in calendar year 2020 for charges assessed in calendar year 2019, that payment will not be reported in box 1.
If I paid more in tuition and fees than what is reflected in box 1, can I claim more on my taxes?
We cannot offer tax advice. We encourage you to contact a qualified tax advisor.
Can you explain to me how the amount in box 1 was calculated?
The amount of payments reported in box 1 is limited to the total amount billed for qualified tuition and related expenses during the same calendar year. This means that if a student made a payment in calendar year 2020 for charges assessed in calendar year 2019, that payment will not be reported in box 1. Please note, this calculation method is based upon IRS regulations, and Rend Lake College is required to follow these regulations.
Can I access my 1098-T online?
Visit www.tsc1098t.com
Enter Site ID = 11453
Username = Your 9-digit Warrior Tag number
Password = Last four digits of your SSN
After logging in, you can consent to accessing this and future 1098-T forms electronically rather than by mail delivery. Doing so helps reduce costs at RLC and lessens the environmental impact.
Faculty & Staff
Business Office
(618) 437-5321 ext. 1235
Address: 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Attn: Business Office
Fax Number: (618) 437-5677 Attn: Business Office
