No subscriptions.
No surprises.
Pay only when you collect. Keep more of what your school earns.
Transaction Fees
Simple tiered rates
Based on transaction size. No monthly fee ever.
3.49% + $0.32
Minimum transaction: $0.50
3.79% + $0.50
Payout Fees
Request your money anytime
Only a small processing fee for smaller payouts.
$2.50 processing fee
$0 processing fee
See exactly what you keep
Adjust the sliders to calculate fees in real time.
Per Transaction
Payout / Check Request
How to pay the processing fee
Everything included. Always.
No tiers, no add-ons, no surprises.
We don't ask families for tips.
Some payment platforms ask parents for optional "tips" at checkout to fund their service. While optional, this can feel awkward and may confuse families about where the money actually goes.
SchoolSwipe keeps it simple.
✅ No tip prompts.
✅ No confusion.
✅ No uncomfortable checkout moments.
Just clear, transparent pricing that protects your school's relationship with the community.
Common questions
Is there a monthly or annual subscription fee?
No. SchoolSwipe is completely free to use. You only pay the transaction fee when you collect money from students or families.
Who pays the transaction fee — the school or the student?
That's up to you. You can absorb the fee or pass it on to the purchaser at checkout. You control this per-activity or for your whole school.
How does the processing fee work?
When you request a payout, there's a $2.50 processing fee for amounts under $1,000. Payouts of $1,000 or more are completely free.
Are payout requests required per activity/event or can I stack multiple events from various activities to a single payout request?
Yes! You can stack multiple events to one payout. Payouts can include funds received from various activities all broken down by activity and their events so you know exactly which activity receives what. This is the easiest way to reach the $1,000 threshold for fee-free payouts.
How do I receive my payout funds?
When your payout is approved, you choose how you'd like to receive your funds — via eCheck or ACH direct deposit. Processing is typically 3–5 business days.
Are there minimum amounts?
Yes — the minimum transaction amount is $0.50. The minimum payout request amount is $25.
How much do the card readers cost?
Depending on which card reader is chosen, pricing ranges from $50–$250 to purchase or $5–$15 a month to lease. Card readers will need to be registered to SchoolSwipe for transactions to process.
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