BOG Fee Waiver Eligibility
To qualify for a Board of Governor's Fee Waiver (BOGW) you must be a California resident and meet one of the following criteria:
Type A (documentation required)
- You or your family are receiving public assistance from the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or General Assistance
- You have certification from the California Department of Veterans' Affairs or the national Guard Adjutant General for a dependent's fee waiver
- You are a dependent of or a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor
- You are a dependent of a victim of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack.
Supporting documentation must be provided for all.
Type B (no documentation required)
You meet the following income standards:
| Number in Houshold (including yourself) | Total Family Income (adjusted gross income and/or untaxed income) | |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Tax Year | 2012 Tax Year | |
1 |
$16,335 | $16,755 |
2 |
$22,065 | $22,695 |
3 |
$27,795 | $28,635 |
4 |
$33,525 | $34,575 |
5 |
$39,255 | $40,515 |
6 |
$44,985 | $46,455 |
7 |
$50,715 | $52,395 |
8 |
$56,445 | $58,335 |
each additional family member |
add $5,730 | add $5,940 |
Other Eligibility
If you do not meet either of the above eligibiliy guidelines, you may still be able to have your enrollment
fees waived if you complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
We encourage you to complete the FAFSA application as soon as possible so we can determine your eligibility for a fee waiver and
possibly other financial assistance. You can complete a FAFSA online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Online Enrollment Fee Waiver
Proceed to the Online BOGW Application