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) | |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Tax Year | 2007 Tax Year | |
| 1 | $14,700 | $15,315 |
| 2 | $19,800 | $20,535 |
| 3 | $24,900 | $25,755 |
| 4 | $30,000 | $30,975 |
| 5 | $35,100 | $36,195 |
| 6 | $40,200 | $41,415 |
| 7 | $45,300 | $46,635 |
| 8 | $50,400 | $51,855 |
| each additional family member | add $5,100 | add $5,220 |
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