Human Resources is excited to announce the Spring 2027 debut of the Optimize Employee Fee Waiver Process at CSU Channel Islands!
The Tuition Fee Waiver application process will be available in Optimize, our new system designed to make submitting and managing tuition fee waiver requests easier for you and your eligible dependents. For assistance with Optimize, please use the following guide: Requesting a Tuition Fee Waiver.
For more information, please review Fee Waiver Deadlines & Forms.
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The State Employee Fee Waiver Program allows eligible staff members to attend most classes at California State University campuses at a greatly reduced rate or with fees waived. Provisions of the Employee Fee Waiver Program are governed by collective bargaining agreements or for Management Personnel Plan (MPP) employees, Executive Order 491. These provisions may change as a result of collective bargaining negotiations. Such changes could affect program participation.
Not using the Fee Waiver on yourself? You can also have a qualified Dependent use your Fee Waiver benefit. See all program details below.
Program Details
Am I Eligible?
Review the eligibility requirements of the Employee Fee Waiver Program.
Application Forms
Get the forms you need to apply for a fee waiver, for yourself or a dependent and view the semester deadlines for submission.
Important Notices
More details about the Employee Fee Waiver Program, including your responsibilities as a fee waiver participant.
Fee Waiver Program Tracks
Learn more about the two program tracks for the Employee Fee Waiver Program: Career Development & Work-Related.
Types of Fees Waived
Learn more about which fees are waived and which are not.
Payment Deadlines
Review this page for the current payment deadlines for CI. Your fee waiver application should be submitted to HR prior to the payment deadline in order to avoid paying in full and awaiting a reimbursement. If you or your dependent are attending another CSU campus, please check with that campus for their deadlines.
Tax Implications from Fee Waivers
Review if you or your dependent might be taxed on the value of the fee waiver benefit.
Contacts
Please contact the following if you have questions:
- Fee Waiver Paperwork Questions: hr.forms@csuci.edu
- Registration Information: registrar@csuci.edu
- Payment deadlines: sbs@csuci.edu or visit the Student Business Services website