| I am: | I need to: | I need to provide: |
|---|---|---|
| A Veteran Student | Have been stationed in CA on active duty for more than 1 year - immediately prior to being discharged | • A copy of my military orders or letter from my commander showing that I was stationed
in CA • A copy of my DD-214 showing sections 12a and 12b* • A statement declaring that I am attempting to establish residency |
| A Veteran Student Eligible for Ch. 30 or 33 Benefits | Be living in CA** Have had a period of active duty service of 90 days or more |
• A copy of my DD-214 showing sections 12a and 12b* • A copy of my Certificate of Eligibility (you do not need to be actively using the benefit) |
| A Veteran Student Using Ch. 31 | Be living in CA** | • A copy of my DD-214 showing sections 12a and 12b* • A copy of my 1905 form, approved by your Case Manager |
| A Dependent Student of a Veteran Eligible for Ch. 33 | Be living in CA** Be receiving the benefit from a Veteran with a period of active duty service of 90 days or more |
• A copy of the Veteran’s DD-214 showing sections 12a and 12b* • A copy of my Certificate of Eligibility for (you do not need to be actively using the benefit) |
| An Active Duty Student or Student on Active Guard and Reserves Duty | Be stationed in CA | • A copy of my military orders or letter from my commander showing that I am stationed in CA |
| A Dependent Student of an Active Duty member | Be the dependent of an Active Duty member stationed in CA | • A copy of the military member’s orders or letter from their commander showing that
they are stationed in CA • A statement saying you are a dependent along with a copy of federal taxes to show that you were claimed |
*Dishonorably discharged veterans or their dependents are not eligible
**Proof must be provided if all classes are online
Documentation should be submitted to the Registrar's Office at registrar@csuci.edu or at the Enrollment Center, First Floor, Sage Hall.
Please be advised:
- These are potential exemptions only, this process does not establish California residency
- California code does not provide a non-resident tuition fee exemption to:
- Active duty personnel who are on temporary duty in CA
- National Guard and Reserve members who are not serving in an Active Guard and Reserve duty status
- CA state military reserve members
- Service members on military orders specifically to attend a state-supported institution of higher education