Admissions and Records
Fees & Refund Policy
Review current fees for enrollment, health, transportation, and more. Fee waivers and payment plans are available — see sections below.
Enrollment Fee
Waived for CCPG (formerly BOGG) recipients and Special Admit students grades 9–12.
Health Fee
Summer 2026 rate. See details below.
OC Bus Pass
Unlimited OC Bus access with mandatory transportation fee, Fall & Spring semesters.
Non-Resident Fees
Summer 2026 total ($387 tuition + $20 Capital Outlay). Plus enrollment fees.
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Payment plans are available for fees not covered by Financial Aid or other sources.
View Payment Plan OptionsRequired Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Fee All terms (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer) | $46.00 / unit |
Fee Waiver: The enrollment fee is waived for California College Promise Grant (CCPG) (formerly BOGG) recipients and Special Admit Students in grades 9–12 enrolled in 11 units or fewer.
📋 Example: Enrollment Fee for a Typical Schedule
A California resident enrolling in 3 classes (12 units) for Fall 2026 would pay:
| Fee | Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Enrollment Fee | $46.00 × 12 units | $552.00 |
| Health Fee | flat per term | $28.00 |
| Transportation Fee | 12+ units (full-time) | $3.89 |
| Estimated Total | $583.89 |
Does not include course fees, parking, or optional fees. CCPG recipients pay $0 enrollment fee. All fees are subject to change.
| Term | Amount |
|---|---|
| Winter / Spring 2026 Current | $27.00 / term |
| Summer 2026 Current | $23.00 / term |
| Fall 2026 onward New Rate | $28.00 / term |
The health fee is mandatory per Education Code and district policy, regardless of units enrolled. It provides access to the Student Health and Wellness Center, which offers a wide range of free and low-cost services to enrolled students, including:
- Medical consultations and sick visits
- Mental health counseling and crisis support
- Immunizations and lab services
- Health education and wellness programs
- Referrals to community health resources
Students who depend exclusively on prayer for healing in accordance with a bona fide religious sect are exempt. Health fee exceptions are subject to change should the state legislature take action.
Non-resident fees consist of two per-unit charges: Non-Resident Tuition and a Capital Outlay fee (per Ed. Code §76141), plus all required enrollment fees.
| Term | NR Tuition | Capital Outlay | Total NR Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter / Spring 2026 Current | $387.00 / unit | $5.00 / unit | $392.00 / unit |
| Summer 2026 Current | $387.00 / unit | $20.00 / unit | $407.00 / unit |
| Fall 2026 onward New Rate | $396.00 / unit | $25.00 / unit | $421.00 / unit |
All non-resident fees are in addition to the required enrollment fee ($46/unit), health fee, and any applicable course or transportation fees.
📋 Example: Fall 2026 Non-Resident Cost Estimate
A non-resident student enrolling in ENGL 100 (3 units) for Fall 2026 would pay:
| Fee | Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Enrollment Fee | $46.00 × 3 units | $138.00 |
| Non-Resident Tuition | $396.00 × 3 units | $1,188.00 |
| Capital Outlay Fee | $25.00 × 3 units | $75.00 |
| Health Fee | flat per term | $28.00 |
| Transportation Fee | less than 12 units | $2.89 |
| Estimated Total | $1,431.89 |
Course fees, parking permits, and A.S. Benefits are not included. Actual fees may vary. All fees are subject to change.
| Enrollment | Amount |
|---|---|
| Full-time (12+ units) Current | $3.89 / term |
| Less than 12 units Current | $2.89 / term |
The mandatory transportation fee provides unlimited OC Bus access during Fall and Spring semesters through the OCT Bus Pass Program. Passes are automatically uploaded to your OC Bus App account on the first day of the semester.
For more information, visit the Fullerton College Pass Program.
Some courses carry an additional course fee. Fees are listed in the current class schedule under the course title.
A parking permit is required if you plan to drive to campus. Permits can be purchased through Campus Safety. Refer to the class schedule for current permit pricing and details.
Free alternative: With the mandatory transportation fee, you have unlimited OC Bus access during Fall and Spring semesters — no parking permit needed. Visit the Fullerton College Pass Program for details.
Optional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Student Representation Fee | $2.00 |
| Campus Photo ID Card | Free |
| Campus Photo ID Replacement Card | $14.00 / replacement |
| Associated Students Benefits Also referred to as A.S. Benefits Validation. Contact the A.S. Office for questions or refund requests: 📍 Cruz Reynoso Hall, Building 200 — Associated Student Office, Room 222 (2nd floor) 📞 714-992-7118 | ✉️ [email protected] | $15.00 (Fall & Spring) $7.50 (Summer) |
Return Check Service Charge: $25.00 — This is a penalty fee assessed when a payment check is returned unpaid by your bank. It is not an optional fee. Avoid returned checks by ensuring sufficient funds before submitting payment.
Refund Deadlines
Pursuant to Section 58508 of Subchapter 6, Chapter 9, Division 6, Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations.
Full-Term Classes
Refundable if dropped on or before the applicable deadline:
- Winter/Spring 2026: February 17
- Summer 2026: No full-term deadline — all Summer classes are short-term (see right)
- Fall 2026: September 7
Short-Term Classes
Refundable if dropped by the 10% point of the length of the course. To find the exact date, refer to the NOCCCD Searchable Class Schedule and click "Section Details" on the course.
Associated Student Benefits
Contact the A.S. Office to request a refund by the applicable deadline:
- Winter/Spring 2026: February 17
- Summer 2026: By the 10% point of the course
- Fall 2026: September 7
Associated Student Office
📍 Cruz Reynoso Hall, Building 200, Room 222 (2nd floor)
Campus Photo ID Card
Non-refundable if the card has been produced. If not yet produced, contact the A.S. Office to request a refund by the same deadlines listed above.
Parking Permit
Refer to the class schedule for exact dates and details. Return the parking permit with your photo ID and Student Schedule/Bill receipt to Campus Safety Office.
Important: If you decide not to attend classes for which you have registered, it is your responsibility to officially drop within the published deadlines. Students who fail to drop will incur a financial obligation and an administrative hold on their record.
Pay Your Fees
How to Pay
- Online: Pay by credit card through myGateway.
- Check or money order: Accepted at the Bursar's Office or Admissions & Records Office.
- Payment Plans: Available for a one-time enrollment fee per term. Visit the Payment Plans page for details.
Fee Policies
- Students enrolled in classes who have not paid fees will have a hold placed on their records.
- Non-attendance or non-payment does not release you from responsibility and may result in a failing grade if the class is not dropped by the appropriate deadline.
- Non-resident students are required to pay their balance due within 72 hours of registering or they will be dropped.
- Unpaid fees may be collected through the Chancellor's Office Tax Offset Program (tax lien).
Obtaining Refunds
To qualify for a refund, you must officially withdraw from the class by the applicable Refund Deadline. All refunds will be mailed by check approximately 6–8 weeks after the term has begun.
Credit card payments are not refunded back to the card. Refunds are issued by check regardless of original payment method.
Processing Fee: A processing fee of $10.00 per term will be deducted from enrollment fee refunds.
Exemptions from the processing fee:
- Students with a fee waiver
- Students with a canceled class
- Students who were administratively dropped from a class