COSTAATT Goes Cashless on June 30 2025
Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago – July 1, 2025 – The College of Science, Technology and Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago (COSTAATT) has officially completed its transition to a fully cashless institution as of June 30, 2025, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing drive toward digital transformation.
This move is part of several developments introduced as COSTAATT celebrates 25 years of service in tertiary education, reinforcing its commitment to modernisation, student empowerment, and future-readiness.
Students and other stakeholders are now required to use the following accepted payment methods for all transactions:
- COSTAATT ePay platform
- Debit and credit cards
- Bank transfers
To support this transition, COSTAATT launched its “Financial Fridays” initiative in April 2025, in collaboration with local financial institutions. Through these sessions, students were able to open bank accounts and access essential financial services on campus.
A recent student survey conducted prior to the transition showed that 88% of COSTAATT students already had a bank account, and 92% had access to debit or credit cards, demonstrating a strong level of preparedness.
The cashless initiative aligns with COSTAATT’s broader mission to promote financial inclusion, digital fluency, and innovation in education.
Students and staff who need guidance on using the new COSTAATT ePay platform can view a step-by-step instructional video here: https://youtu.be/9PwtrkoY-Lo
For further information, please visit the COSTAATT website: www.costaatt.edu.tt
