Welcome to Fullerton College
Your Journey Starts Here
Term Dates
Fall 2025: Mon, Aug 25, 2025 β Sat, Dec 13, 2025
Winter/Spring 2026:
- Winter Session: Wed, Dec 17, 2025 β Wed, Jan 28, 2026
- Spring Semester: Mon, Feb 2, 2026 β Sat, May 30, 2026
π Quick Access to Campus Resources
Your First Steps
Complete these items to ensure a smooth start to your semester
Check Your Registration Date
Find out when you can register for classes in myGateway
Check My Registration Date βComplete Orientation & Assessment
Required for priority registration. This gives you an earlier enrollment date!
Get Priority Registration βCheck for Holds
Holds prevent you from registering. Check now to resolve any issues!
Check myGateway for Holds βRegister for Classes
Watch videos and follow step-by-step guides to add classes and pay fees
Open Registration Guide βApply for Financial Aid
Register for 15+ units to get more aid and finish your degree faster!
Visit Financial Aid βGetting Started at Fullerton College
Everything you need to know to begin your journey
Get Your Student ID
Get your physical campus ID card for library, computer labs, and more
Get ID Card Info βImportant Information & Definitions
Key terms and resources every student should know - organized by category
π Student Accounts & Systems
myGateway is your online student portal for everything! Use it to:
- Register for classes
- Pay fees
- Check your registration date
- View holds
- Access financial aid information
Your Banner ID (also called Student ID) is an 8-digit number assigned when you're admitted. You'll receive it via email within 7 business days.
Forgot your ID? Go to myGateway and click "forgot username" to retrieve it using your email and date of birth.
Campus ID Card production is located at the Admissions & Records Office. A student ID card is necessary for access to the library, computer labs, and other support services. You must be enrolled in at least one course to obtain a student ID card.
Note: This is different from your Banner ID number - this is your physical card!
Get Your Campus ID βπ° Fees, Payment & Refunds
Required Fees (Fall 2025):
- Enrollment Fee: $46 per unit
- Health Fee: $26 per term (increases to $27 starting Winter/Spring 2026)
- Transportation Fee: $5.75 for 12+ units, $5.00 for less than 12 units (includes free bus pass!)
- Course Fees: Vary by class (see class schedule)
Fee Waivers: Enrollment fees are waived for CCPG (formerly BOGG) recipients and Special Admit Students (grades 9-12).
Non-Resident Tuition: $392 per unit PLUS enrollment fees (includes $5 Capital Outlay fee)
View Complete Fees & Refund Policy βCan't pay all at once? We can help! Payment plans are available through Nelnet for fees not covered by Financial Aid.
Benefits:
- No interest or finance charges
- No credit check required
- Flexible payment schedules (2-4 monthly payments depending on when you sign up)
- $25 one-time setup fee
- Prevents/removes unpaid balance holds
Example (Fall 2025):
- Sign up July 17-Aug 7: 4 payments, no down payment
- Sign up Aug 8-Aug 29: 3 payments, 10% down
- Sign up Aug 30-Oct 1: 2 payments, 33% down
The earlier you sign up, the more payment options you have!
Learn About Payment Plans βImportant: Refund deadlines vary by class length and are listed in the class schedule.
Key Points:
- Refunds mailed by check approximately 6-8 weeks after term begins
- $10 processing fee per term (waived for fee waiver recipients, canceled classes, or administrative drops)
- Credit card payments NOT credited back to account
The Office of Admissions & Records determines the residency status of all new and returning students based on the information provided on the submitted application.
Why it matters: Non-resident students pay an additional $392 per unit plus regular enrollment fees. This can significantly impact your costs!
Think you should be a California resident? Review the residency requirements and appeal process if needed.
Learn About Residency Requirements βπ Academic Policies
Prerequisites are courses or preparation levels you must complete before enrolling in certain classes. If you completed prerequisites at Fullerton or Cypress College, they clear automatically. If completed elsewhere, contact the counseling office.
More Info βStudent records are protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Important: No one (including parents and high school officials) may access your confidential information without your written permission.
Learn About Your Privacy Rights βFederal gainful employment regulations require us to notify you of certain completion rates and outcomes for certificate and vocational programs offered at Fullerton College on an annual basis.
If you're enrolled in a certificate or vocational program, this information can help you understand graduate outcomes and employment prospects.
View Gainful Employment Data βποΈ Campus Information
For information about upcoming academic deadlines, social events, sports competitions and more, visit our campus calendar.
Key dates include: Add/drop deadlines, withdrawal deadlines, finals week, holidays, registration periods, and campus events.
View Campus Calendar βGet a downloadable campus map, directions, and campus tour information.
View Campus Map βSupport Programs & Services
Your success matters to us! Explore the many resources available to support you
Counseling
Student-centered counseling to help you develop your highest potential and achieve your goals
Visit Counseling βFinancial Aid
Get help with FAFSA, grants, scholarships, and understanding your financial aid options
Visit Financial Aid βFood Bank
Open to all currently enrolled Fullerton College students - no unit requirement! Visit once a week for groceries and once a week for snacks. Located in Student Support Center (SSC) Room 102
Visit Food Bank βHealth Center
Physical and mental health services available to all enrolled students in Student Support Center (SSC) Room 108
Visit Health Center βTutoring Services
Free tutoring in the Skills Center, Tutoring Center, and Writing Center
Get Tutoring Help βLibrary
Research resources, study spaces, and academic support in a quiet environment
Visit Library βCareer Planning
Choose your major and career path with assessments, workshops, and career classes
Explore Careers βHornets Resource Center
One-stop-shop for basic needs support including food, housing, emergency assistance, and technology access
Visit HRC βInternational Students
Support services for F-1 and F-2 visa students from over 40 countries
Visit ISC βCadena Cultural Center
Celebrate diversity through cultural events, forums, and community building
Visit Cadena βNeed more specialized support programs? Fullerton College offers over 20 programs including EOPS, CalWORKs, Foster Youth Support, Puente, Umoja, and more.
View All Support Programs β