Admissions and Records

Drop for Non-Payment Policy for Non-Resident Tuition

(AP5020, AP5030)

Non-resident fees are due within 72 hours of registration. Non-resident fees, including the health fee, student representative fee, transportation fee, and any applicable materials fees, must be paid in full.

If payment is not received by the drop deadlines listed below, students will be dropped from registered classes to make seats available for others seeking to enroll.

Need help? Reach out to A&R for resources if you need support managing your debt and staying on track with your education. Your well-being is important to us, and we’re here to help you succeed.

Drop for Non-Payment FAQs:

Why am I being charged non-residency tuition?

Residency classification for Fullerton College applicants is determined based on various responses provided in the admission application.

For more information regarding residency classification visit our Residency page.

What is the process for removing the Non-Resident tuition from my account?

For questions about your non-resident fees, please contact applicationhelp@fullcoll.edu or visit our live services and we can help!

For more information regarding residency classification visit our Residency page.

What steps should I take if I have a third party paying for my tuition?

If you are having a third party pay for your fees please be sure to contact Fullerton College Bursars to coordinate the payment.

When will I be dropped for non-payment from my Summer 2025 courses?

Summer 2025 Registration Begins Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Students who have not paid their total account balance for non-resident tuition will be dropped for non-payment of fees as follows:

Drop Date Registration Period
Wednesday, May 7 Registration from March 25 to May 2
Wednesday, May 14 Registration from May 3 to May 9
Wednesday, May 21 Registration from May 10 to May 16
Wednesday, May 29 Registration from May 17 to May 23
Wednesday, June 4 Registration from May 24 to May 30
Summer Term Begins Monday, June 9
How do I pay my fees?

You can pay your total balance by logging in to myGateway. Once logged in, go to Tools > Student Tools > Pay Account Balance.

How can I sign-up for a payment plan?

If you are unable to pay your total balance, consider signing up for a payment plan!

Payment Plans

We’re here to help! If you can’t pay your full balance by the scheduled drop-for-non-payment deadlines and you owe $150 or more, you can set up a payment plan.

Nelnet payment plans include:

  • A one-time enrollment fee
  • A simple and quick enrollment process
  • Convenient electronic payments
  • Online access to manage your plan anytime

Get started today: Enroll now!
To sign up, log in to myGateway and go to Tools > Student Tools > Pay Account Balance.

Non-Payment Drop Schedules:

Summer 2025 Non-Payment drop schedule for Non-resident fees

Summer 2025 Registration Begins Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Students who have not paid their total account balance for non-resident tuition will be dropped for non-payment of fees as follows:

Drop Date Registration Period
Wednesday, May 7 Registration from March 25 to May 2
Wednesday, May 14 Registration from May 3 to May 9
Wednesday, May 21 Registration from May 10 to May 16
Wednesday, May 29 Registration from May 17 to May 23
Wednesday, June 4 Registration from May 24 to May 30
Summer Term Begins Monday, June 9