SoFA Installments (Powered by Bukas)

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By choosing Installments (Powered by Bukas) as your payment option, you can enjoy an easier and more convenient way to pay for your tuition at SoFA.

Why choose SoFA Installments?

• Low monthly installments: Enjoy lighter payments for your preferred program.
• Hassle-free experience: No post-dated checks and promissory notes required
• Fully online process: Apply and manage everything online for a faster experience

SoFA Installment Option

Pay the 50% down payment to SoFA. The remaining balance will be split into 3 equal installments (powered by Bukas).

How to Enroll via Installments (Powered by Bukas)

STEP 1: Enroll at SoFA

• Register and create your account at sofa.edu.ph, then complete your enrollment details.
• At checkout, select Installments (Powered by Bukas) as your payment option. Once submitted, you will receive an email with a link to set up your Bukas account.

STEP 2: Set up your Bukas account

Create your Bukas account using the link sent to your email. Both you and your co-borrower must complete your profiles. You will need to:

Note: Your declared emergency contact will automatically be assigned as your co-borrower. A Co-borrower is an additional person who can be a spouse, parent, sibling, any other family member, or even a friend, who will be equally liable for the installment plan.

STEP 3: Confirm your Installment Plan

• Once approved, you will receive a signing link via SMS and/or email.
• Both you and your co-borrower must review and sign the agreement to finalize your installment plan.
• After signing, you will receive a confirmation email with payment reminders and details on how to manage your installments through the Bukas app.

Repayments

Installment payments are made directly to SoFA based on your agreed schedule (due date). You may refer to these payments channels for paying your monthly dues:

• Pay directly at the SoFA Campus
  • Cash and cheque payments are accepted at the SoFA Campus from Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
  • For cheque payment, payee is “SoFA Design Institute”
• Online and Over-the-Counter Bank Transfer
  • BDO (Banco de Oro)
    • Account Name: School of Fashion and the Arts (SoFA), Inc.
    • Account Number: 002788013251
    • Swift Code: BNORPHMMXXX
  • BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands)
    • Account Name: School of Fashion and the Arts Inc.
    • Account Number: 2811000224
    • Swift Code: BOPIPHMMXXX
• Credit/Debit Card and E-wallets (GCash, PayMaya, GrabPay)
  • You may pay through this link.

Important Payment Reminders:

• Coordinate with SoFA once payments are made to avoid inconveniences.
• Pay your installments on time. Missed payments will incur a 50% monthly penalty of the due amount.

If there are any further questions about a Bukas application, please feel free to reach out to the team by filling out this form.