If that isn’t an option ask them about low interest loans for college students.

Either of those options would be much better than putting it on your credit card which is (most likely) high interest and will end up costing you a lot more.

Many years ago, my family and I were not able to come up with the cash to purchase a refrigerator that was actually less than $300.00 and got entangled into a payment plan/ charge account for it. When it was paid off several years later, we had actually paid close to $800.00 for it.

This was a tough and expensive lesson.

Apply for a work-study job at your college in order to earn the money for the tuition.

Good luck in your studies.

However, I would double-check with your college’s financial office to see if they take your credit card. Also, sometimes there is a surcharge (2% extra or so) for using a credit card, so you might end up paying a little more, so be prepared.