Why We Use Stripe for Payment Processing
Industry-leading payment infrastructure that reduces costs for schools and provides flexibility for students
Lower Transaction Costs
Stripe's competitive pricing helps schools save on payment processing fees, reducing operational costs by up to 30% compared to traditional payment processors.
Bank-Level Security
PCI-DSS Level 1 certified with end-to-end encryption. Your school and student payment data is protected with industry-leading security standards.
All Payment Methods Accepted
Students can pay using credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more. Maximum flexibility for payment convenience.
Instant Payment Processing
Real-time payment verification and instant account updates. Students gain immediate access to unlocked features upon payment.
Automated Reconciliation
Automatic matching of payments to student accounts eliminates manual data entry and reduces administrative workload.
Detailed Reporting
Comprehensive payment analytics and export capabilities for accounting systems. Track revenue, refunds, and payment trends effortlessly.
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Payment Plans That Work for Everyone
Accept partial enrollment payments and create custom payment schedules. Students unlock course features as they pay.
Partial Payment Enrollment
Students can enroll with as little as 20% down payment. Set your own minimum percentage requirements and allow families to manage their finances comfortably.
Custom Payment Schedules
Create installment plans tailored to each student's needs. Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payments—you have complete control over payment frequency and amounts.
Progressive Feature Access
Drive scheduling is automatically limited based on payment progress. Students unlock classroom sessions, practice drives, and tests as they complete payments.
Automated Payment Reminders
Automatic email reminders for upcoming payments keep students on track without manual follow-ups from your staff.
Make a Payment
Choose an amount to continue.
Full Remaining Balance
Complete your course payment
$300.00
Partial Payment
Pay half of remaining balance
$150.00
Custom Amount
Enter your preferred amount
This payment will unlock access to additional course features based on your payment progress.
Payment-Based Feature Access
Automatically control what students can access based on their payment progress. No manual intervention required.
Course Access Restrictions
Your access to course features is based on your payment progress. Currently paid: $450.00 of $750.00
Classroom Sessions
Unlocked30 hours of classroom instruction
Practice Drives (1-3)
UnlockedFirst 3 behind-the-wheel sessions
Practice Drives (4-5)
UnlockedAdditional practice sessions
Written Test
LockedKnowledge assessment exam
Final Drive Test
LockedFinal behind-the-wheel assessment
Payment Progress
60% complete - $300.00 remaining
Automated Drive Scheduling Limits
Students can only schedule driving sessions for features they've unlocked through payment. The system automatically prevents booking beyond their payment threshold.
Progressive Course Access
Classroom materials, practice drives, and assessments unlock progressively as students complete payment milestones—motivating completion while protecting school revenue.
Real-Time Access Updates
When a payment is processed, student access is immediately updated. No delays, no manual unlocking—everything happens automatically.
Transparent for Students
Students see exactly what they've unlocked and what's coming next. Clear progress indicators keep them informed and motivated to complete payments.
Track All Payments in One Place
Monitor cash and online payments from the student dashboard. Complete visibility and control over all transactions.
Payment Summary
Full Course Package
Total Course Amount
$875.00
Amount Already Paid
$450.00
Remaining Balance
$425.00
Total Fines
$0.00
Payment History
View all your past payments
Driver Education Payment
August 11, 2025
$150.00
CompletedInitial enrollment payment
June 20, 2025
$106.00
CompletedCash Payment - Front Desk
June 26, 2025
$24.00
CashCash Payment Recording
Manually record cash payments received at the front desk or through other methods. Include payment method, date, and amount for complete records.
Automatic Online Payment Tracking
Online payments through Stripe are automatically recorded and matched to student accounts. Real-time synchronization eliminates manual data entry.
Complete Payment History
View all student payments in chronological order with payment method, amount, date, and status. Export for accounting purposes or print receipts.
Payment Analytics Dashboard
Track total revenue, outstanding balances, payment trends, and collection rates. Identify students with overdue payments at a glance.
Export & Reporting
Export payment data to CSV or PDF for accounting software integration. Generate financial reports by date range, payment method, or student cohort.
Record Payment
Fines, Holds, and Records Management
Enforce payment policies with automated fine management and record holds until balances are settled.
Charge Fines for Policy Violations
Quickly charge fines for no-shows, late cancellations, equipment damage, or other policy violations. Select from preset reasons or create custom fine descriptions.
Automatic Record Holds
Students with outstanding balances or unpaid fines cannot schedule new driving sessions or receive completion certificates until balances are cleared.
Certificate & Record Holds
Prevent issuance of completion certificates or driving records until all payments and fines are settled. Automatically release holds when balances reach zero.
Scheduling Restrictions
Students can only schedule drives for features they've paid for. If they have unpaid fines, scheduling capabilities are limited until fines are resolved.
Fine Payment Tracking
Track all fines issued, payment status, and outstanding amounts. Students see their fines in their payment dashboard and can pay online or in person.
Charge Fine
Pay Outstanding Fines
You have $50.00 in unpaid fines. Review the details below.
Fine #1765186568852
$50.00Reason: Late Fee
Issued: December 8, 2025
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