Tuition Fee Waiver
Program Overview
- Eligible faculty and staff, may take courses at any of the CSU’s 23 campuses at a reduced rate or transfer the benefit to a qualified dependent
- The Fee Waiver program covers state tuition for a maximum of two (2) courses or six (6) units, whichever is greater, per semester (or quarter, which only applies to CalPoly SLO).
- Courses taken under the fee waiver program must be taken for credit, they may not be audited.
- Only regular session state-funded courses are fee waiver eligible
- Open University, special session, winter session and self-support courses are not eligible for the fee waiver
- Summer session courses are fee waiver eligible if they are regular session and state funded
- We recommend asking the program/department if the class(es) you want to take are regular or special sessions to confirm their eligibility
- Application must be submitted each term for the fee waiver to take effect. Fee waivers applications will not be processed after the term has ended unless of extenuating circumstances.
- Employees and their dependents who are taking graduate level courses are subject to taxation.
- For guidance on how to use Tuition Fee Waiver, see the Tuition Fee Waiver Help and FAQs page.
- Auxiliary employees do not qualify under the Tuition Fee Waiver Program. Please reach out to your Human Resources Representative at your auxiliary.
Fee Waiver Deadlines
Deadlines | Date |
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First day Accepting Spring 2025 fee waiver applications | 11/11/2024 |
First day the Bursar's Office begins waiving fees | 11/18/2024 |
Last day University Personnel accepts fee waiver applications for this semester | 2/18/2025 |
Last date for the Bursar's Office to waive fees | 2/20/2025 |
Attending another CSU | Check with your CSU Campus |
Summer/Winter deadlines | Please consult with the Fee Waiver Coordinator |
Types of Tuition Fee Waivers
- Job Related – Take courses specific to your job
- Career Development – Apply for an undergraduate or graduate degree program and take courses to complete the degree
- Employee Dependent Fee Waiver – Transfer your benefit to a qualified dependent
- Teaching Associate
Fee Waiver Applications
Additional Information
- Employee Tuition Fee Waiver Presentation [pdf]
- Fee Waiver Help and FAQ's
- Fee Waiver & Reduction Program/Administrative Guide - February 2023 [pdf] (requires SJSUOne/CSU login)
Questions? Contact the Tuition Fee Waiver Program Coordinator for more information.