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1.  How much will my fees increase for the fall semester?

If you are an undergraduate carrying 0-6 units your fees (per semester) will go up by $138 to a total of $778, If you are carrying 7+ units your fees will go up by $237 to a total of $1207; if you are a post baccalaureate student carrying 0-6 units your fees will go up by $150 to $838, If you are carrying 7+ units your fees will go up by $261 to a total of $1312. 

2.  Is it legal to raise fees after they have been advertised in the Schedule of Courses at a lesser rate?

Yes, statutory authority allows the fees to be increased.  Fees are advertised in the Schedule of Courses with a disclaimer that they are subject to change without advance notice. 

 3.  Why are fees being increased for Fall '03 Semester, and who made this decision?

Budgetary shortfall at the state level has caused the CSU Trustees to increase fees. In order to maintain the current level and quality of classes and services to students, this increase was necessary.

4.  If I am on Financial Aid, will I receive additional aid to offset the fee increase? 

If you are a recipient of a State University Grant (SUG) your grant will be increased by an amount that will offset the fee increase.

5.  By what date do I need to pay the amount of the fee increase?

Fees need to be paid by September 26, 2003.

6.  I already paid my Fall '03 Fees, what do I have to do? 

The fee increase will be added to your account balance. Please pay this balance on or before the due date of September 26, 2003.

7.  Can I use my credit card to pay for the increase? 

Yes, you may pay with a Visa or Master Charge card at the cashiering windows of the Joyal Administration Building.   

8.  What happens if I don't pay the fee increase?

If the fee remains unpaid after the final deadline (9/26/03), your account will be flagged and you will not be able to receive services such as grades, transcripts, graduation, or future enrollment.