Effective summer 2012, enrollment fees at all California community colleges rose $10 per credit, from $36 to $46, according to Allan Hancock College officials. Community college enrollment fees are established by the state legislature, and funds generated by the fees go to the state general fund.
At Hancock, it’s anticipated that because of the fee increase, more students will now qualify for the Board of Governors’ fee waiver, a state grant program that pays enrollment fees for qualified students.
Anyone planning to take fall credit classes is encouraged to submit a fee waiver form. The online form is available on the Hancock website, hancockcollege.edu/financialaid.
Also, students are strongly encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)—available online at FAFSA.ed.gov—which can be used to apply for the Board of Governors fee waiver and to apply for financial aid to assist with books, supplies, and other educational expenses.
“Any time fees are raised, it affects students,” Rob Parisi, interim dean of Student Services, said in a press release. “However, even at $46 a credit, California community colleges, including Hancock, remain the most affordable community colleges in the United States.”
For more information, call 922-6966, Ext. 3216, or the toll-free 1-866-DIAL AHC (342-5242), Ext. 3216.
School Scene is compiled by Managing Editor Amy Asman. Information should be sent to the Sun via fax, e-mail, or mail.
This article appears in Jun 14-21, 2012.
