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) | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Tax Year | 2011 Tax Year | |
1 |
$16,245 | $16,335 |
2 |
$21,855 | $22,065 |
3 |
$27,465 | $27,795 |
4 |
$33,075 | $33,525 |
5 |
$38,685 | $39,255 |
6 |
$44,295 | $44,985 |
7 |
$49,905 | $50,715 |
8 |
$55,515 | $56,445 |
each additional family member |
add $5,610 | add $5,730 |
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