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K12 Payment Center Company Overview
K12 Payment Center is an online payment solution developed by LINQ (formerly Education Management Systems) specifically for U.S. K–12 schools and districts. It enables parents and guardians to deposit funds into students’ meal accounts, pay for field trips, uniforms, yearbooks, and other school-related fees using mobile or web interfaces. Features include recurring payments, low-balance alerts, multi-student account support, and transaction history viewing. A convenience fee is typically applied for each payment (around 3–4% or a flat minimum), which is disclosed during setup and user flow. School districts control fee structures and may offer alternative no-fee payment options like cash. K12 Payment Center integrates with student information systems and supports email/SMS notifications. Independent user reviews generally rate the platform around 3.9–4.0 out of 5, citing ease of use, intuitive interface, and convenience. However, families in lower-income districts may incur significant aggregate fees over time, and refunds or charge disputes are usually handled by the district. Overall, the platform serves as a specialized solution for managing school payments digitally.