Bursar

usgb/ˈbɜːrsər/
noun

The person in a school, college, or university who is in charge of managing money and keeping financial records.

Carol, the bursar, is the one to speak with regarding tuition fees.
Visual representation of "bursar" - The person in a school, college, or university who is in charge of managing money and keeping financial records.

Often appears as...

  • bursar's office
  • university bursar

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Academic

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School Administration

Bursar roles are administrative, they don't teach or interact with students often.

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The bursar will process your scholarship funds, but you can't consult them about course issues.
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Financial Jargon

In conversations with a bursar, expect financial terms like 'tuition', 'fees', and 'budgets'.

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You must discuss your tuition payment plan with the bursar before the semester starts.
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Not an Accountant

While they deal with money, a bursar isn't the same as an accountant or auditor.

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Although the bursar oversees financial matters, accounting details should go to the accounts department.
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