Bursar's Office
The Bursar's Office, also known as the Cashier's Office, is a department responsible for accepting and processing all fees paid to the College of the Desert. In addition, the Bursar's Office processes tuition refunds, Financial Aid/Scholarship disbursements, Payroll distribution, and Parking Permits.
Location:
Cravens Student Services Center, 1st Floor
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am to 12:00 pm; closed Fridays in the summer
Phone:
(760) 568-7510
Fax:
(760) 568-7522
Email:
Boffice@collegeofthedesert.edu
Payment Options
Please make sure to pay your fees before the term starts.
Students who have applied for financial aid through either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADA) should wait until their applications have been processed before paying fees.
Option 1
Payments accepted 24 hours a day 365 days a year.
Please log in to your MyCod Student Portal and click "Pay My Fees" on the top menu bar. You can pay with a Visa or Mastercard debit or credit card. A receipt will automatically be generated for you to print, and a copy will also be sent to your COD email.
Option 2
During posted business hours, students may pay by check or cash at the Bursar's window.
Option 3
Mail your check, money order or cashier's check along with your student ID# to:
- College of the Desert
- Bursar Services
- 43500 Monterey Avenue
- Palm Desert, CA 92260
Funds must be drawn from a U.S. Bank in U.S. dollars.
Government issued identification is required for all window monetary transactions.
Acceptable IDs include:
- Drivers License
- Passport
- U.S. Military ID
- Native American Tribal Photo ID
- Permanent Resident Card
- Border Crossing Card
- Matricula Consular ID
