Fees and Finances – Details
Financial Aid
For information on available aid programs, general eligibility requirements and the application process, go to Financial Aid.
Miscellaneous Course Fees
Some classes charge course fees for special materials or activities. Any course fees will be charged at the time you register for the course. If you do not plan to use the supplies or services covered by the course fee, see the class instructor or department office to request a waiver. Fees are subject to change without advance notice. Check your account summary at MyCSULB immediately after registering for classes.
Refunds
Refund regulations for the California State University System are prescribed by the California Code of Regulations, Title V, Section 41802.
Important: It is YOUR responsibility to drop classes, regardless of the reason, by the deadlines to avoid charges or be eligible for a full or pro-rated refund. Failure to track your enrollment and student account records at MyCSULB may result in charges and holds preventing critical university services. If you had a financial aid fee deferment in place when you registered and are later determined ineligible for aid, or you decline your aid, you must drop your classes. Students who do not plan to attend, should drop all classes before the first day of instruction:
- Fall 2008: September 1, 2008
- Spring 2008: January 27, 2008
After instruction begins, students who drop all their classes will owe pro-rated fees based on the date of withdrawal.
Refund Schedules
Check the refund schedule below to determine whether you are eligible for a refund and how it will be calculated. If you are not receiving financial aid and withdraw from all your classes or reduce your number of units to six or fewer, you will automatically receive a refund of your basic registration fees and tuition. If you are a financial aid recipient, some or all of the fee refund may be returned to financial aid accounts and not directly to you.
Refund Schedules for Registration Fees and Nonresident Tuition
| Enrollment Adjustment Period | Reduce units by dropping some classes (incl. full to part-time) |
Drop or Withdraw from ALL classes (incl. Medical and Educational Leave) |
|---|---|---|
| Prior to 1st day of instruction | 100% of reduction in calculated charges | Full refund |
| 1st day of instruction through last day of Self Service Registration | 100% of reduction in calculated charges | Prorated refund based on date of withdrawal |
| In Person Registration – 60% point of semester | No refund | Prorated refund based on date of withdrawal |
| After 60% point* | No refund | No refund |
* The 60% point is:
- Fall 2008: November 6, 2008
Deadline to drop or withdraw from all classes and receive pro-rated refund
- Spring 2008: April 9, 2008
Deadline to drop or withdraw from all classes and receive pro-rated refund
Student Account Services begins processing refunds after the final date to enroll for the semester. If you paid your fees by credit card, your refund will be credited to the credit card that you used to pay. If you paid by cash, ATM/Debit, check or e-check, your refund check will be mailed to you. A $10 refund processing fee, and any outstanding fees or changes, will be deducted from your refund.
If you would like to receive your refund as credit toward next semester's fees, you will need to go to the Cashiers' Office, BH-148, windows 8,9,10.
For more information on refunds, contact Student Account Services, BH-148, windows 8,9,10 or (562) 985-8280.
Your Financial Obligations
Regardless of who funds your education, you are personally responsible for making sure that your registration fees and any other fees or charges are paid on time to CSULB. If you do not pay your balance, in addition to canceling your registration requests, the University can authorize the California Franchise Tax Board to deduct your debt from any future state income tax refunds due to you. If the University takes this measure, you will no longer be allowed to write checks to CSULB for any fees or services.
Third Party Fee Payment
If a company or organization wishes to pay your fees, a sponsorship agreement and authorization of services must be received, prior to registration, by Student Account Services, (562) 985-8280. If your sponsor does not pay some or all of your fees, please be aware your classes may be cancelled, a financial hold placed on your record and services withheld until fees are paid.
Veterans
If you are a veteran, a reservist, or a survivor or dependent of a veteran, you may be eligible for financial assistance for your higher education. For more information, go to Veterans' Affairs Services or to the Veterans Affairs Office, BH-250, or call (562) 985-5115.