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I.
WHAT IS FEE WAIVER?
The Employee Fee Waiver and Reduction Program is a benefit for eligible employees of the CSU system. It allows eligible employees to participate in CSU general fund courses at reduced rates and the waiver of some fees. In most cases an employee may enroll in a maximum of two courses or 6 units, whichever is greater, per semester or quarter. As defined in the collective bargaining agreements (CBA), an employee may transfer the fee waiver and reduction benefit to a spouse, registered domestic partner or dependent child.
At California
State University San Marcos the Employee Fee Waiver and
Reduction Program is administered by Human Resources and Equal Opportunity. Questions regarding the
program can be directed to
Guidelines for administering the Employee Fee Waiver and Reduction Program can be found in:
Executive Order 712 - Delegations of Authority and Procedures for the Administration of Fee Waivers and Reductions for the Employee Training and Career Development. Date: 1/1/2000(supercedes and updates EO 491).
Technical Letter HR/Benefits 2004-25 CSU Employee Fee Waiver and Reduction Program (supercedes HR 2002-30).
Collective bargaining agreements (CBA) listed below.Unit 1 (Physicians)– Article 25
Units 2, 5, 7, 9 (CSUEU) – Article 22
Unit 3 (Faculty) – Article 26
Unit 4 *(Academic Professionals) – Article 16
*Mutual Modification of Collective Bargaining Agreement, Section 3. 6/6/02
Unit 6 (Skilled Trades) – Article 27
Unit 8 (University Police) – Article 20
Unit 10 (IUOE) – Article 28
In cases where provisions in Executive Order 712 are in conflict with the CBA, the CBA shall govern for persons in that CBA unit, except for the fee schedule.
II.
ELIGIBILITY
A. Employee Eligibility
| Bargaining Unit | Eligibility Requirements |
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Units 2,5,7,9
(CSUEU) |
Full -time employees (i.e. permanent, temporary and probationary) and part-time permanent employees. |
| Unit 3 (Faculty) | Tenured* and probationary faculty unit employees, and temporary faculty unit employees with at least 6 years of full-time equivalent service in one department. |
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Unit 1 (Physicians)
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Full or part-time permanent
and full-time probationary employees (no temporary). FERP employees are only
eligible for fee waiver during the semesters/quarters when they are
actively employed. ** C99 and E99 employees can only attain permanent status in part-time positions as a result of completing a probationary period in a full-time position and, subsequently, reducing their time-base. |
| M80 (MPP) | Full-Time employees (includes temporary). |
*FERP employees are considered tenured faculty and are eligible for fee
waiver only during the semesters/quarters when they are actively employed.
Note: Please check Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) for provisions
concerning the appointment of part-time permanent employees.
B. Dependent Eligibility
| Bargaining Unit | Eligible Dependents |
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Unit 2,5,7,9 (CSUEU) Unit 3 (Faculty) Unit 4 (Academic Professionals) C99 (Confidential) M80 (MPP) M98 (Executives) |
Spouse, Registered Domestic Partner**, or dependent Child *. |
| Unit 8 (Public Safety) | Spouse or Dependent Child* |
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Unit 10 (IUOE) E99 (Excluded) |
N/A |
* Dependent Child - child or stepchild under age 23, living with you in a parent-child relationship who is economically dependent on you, and has never been married, or your child or stepchild age 23 or above who is incapable of self-support due to a disability which existed prior to age 23. Dependent child age limit for CSUEU employees ONLY is age 25.
** Registered Domestic Partner -
Criteria for domestic partners shall be those used to determine eligibility for
health benefits.
III. DESCRIPTION OF EMPLOYEE FEE WAIVER BENEFIT
A. State University Fees Waived – Up to two courses or six units, whichever is greater, per term. Employees taking courses in addition to the fee waiver courses shall pay any difference in fees. All other fees shall be at the regular rates.
B. Fees Fully Waived - Application Fee, Identification Card Fee and Instructionally Related Activity Fee. The Health Services Fee is fully waived for Units 1, 2, 5, 7, 9, 6, 8, C 99, E 99, M 80, and M 98. The Health Services Fee is not waived for Units 3, 4 or 10.
C. Fees Reduced to $1.00 each – Student Body Association Fee, Student Body Center Fee/Student Union Fee and Health Facilities Fee.
D. Dependents – Eligible employees in some classifications may choose to transfer their benefit to their spouse, registered domestic partner or dependent child. Dependents must be matriculated toward a degree or the attainment of a teaching credential in the CSU. Campus administration must determine that there is space available before accommodating a dependent that wishes to enroll on a fee waiver basis.
E. Dependent Fees – The dependent fee waiver applies only to certain fees that can be waived or reduced. The Application Fee, Identification Card Fee, Instructionally Related Activity Fee and State University Fee (6 units or 2 courses) will be fully waived for eligible dependents. The Health Services Fee is fully waived for eligible dependents in the following units: 1,2,5,7,9,6,8, C99, M80, and M98. The Health Services Fee is not waived or reduced for dependents of employees in Units 3 and 4. The Student Body Center Fee/Student Union Fee and Health Facilities are reduced to $1.00 each for eligible dependents. Dependents taking courses in addition to the fee waiver courses shall pay any difference in fees at the regular rates. A dependent that does not meet in-state residency requirements will be responsible for paying non-resident tuition charges.
For Employees Taking
Courses
When enrolling in the fee waiver program, eligible employees have two options from which to choose, work-related or career development plan.
A. Work-Related – Necessary for improving skills for existing employment within The California State University.
B. Career Development Plan – Enrolled in classes as part of an approved individual career development plan. Career Development Plan applicants must submit an application to the University and be officially admitted.
C. Eligible dependents must apply, be accepted and seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree or certificated program offered through the CSU.
D. Self–support programs are not fee-waiver eligible.
V. APPLYING FOR THE
FEE WAIVER BENEFIT AT California State University San Marcos
Step by Step Instructions
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Step 1 |
Check your Bargaining Unit contract regarding Professional Development and Fee Waiver Benefits. Attend a Fee Waiver Workshop, contact Tisha Grant, Fee Waiver Coordinator, HREO (x 4419), or visit the website (http://www.csusm.edu/HR/ ) to find forms and process information. |
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Step 2 |
Choose your Option – Work Related or Career Development Plan (CDP) |
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Fill out proper forms (note links in blue) Fill out all necessary forms and get all signatures needed to process paper work. Career Development applicants are encouraged to contact HREO to review career plan and verify eligibility. The Fee Waiver Admission Reduction Eligibility Form must accompany the application in order to waive the $55.00 fee. |
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Work-related: (non-matriculated employees) - Employee Fee Waiver and Reduction Program for employees |
Career Development Plan (CDP):(matriculated employees) -
Fee
Waiver Admission Reduction Eligibility Form
(accompanies application) |
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Step 4 |
Fee Waiver Forms require department MPP signature, |
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Step 5 |
FEE WAIVER APPLICATION - Send completed forms to Tisha
Grant, Fee Waiver
Coordinator, HREO |
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Step 6 |
REGISTRATION - Continuing Career Development Plan (CDP) students (including dependents) Register via the SMART SYSTEM at CSUSM or as determined by the campus of enrollment. Work related students will receive a registration date from the Office of Registration & Records, and register via the SMART SYSTEM. |
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Step 7 |
FEE PAYMENT - Pay fees to CASHIERS OFFICE - See Course Catalogue for payment schedule. Visit Student Financial Services for more details. Fee Waiver students are subject to dis-enrollment and late fees. |
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Step 8 |
Notify HREO of any changes/adjustments to your schedule, Tisha Grant cgrant@csusm.edu |
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Step 9 |
Enjoy your classes. All fee waiver courses must be taken for a letter grade. |
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Step 10 |
Repeat Steps 2 – 9 in advance of each semester |
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VI. ELIGIBILITY FOR SPOUSE, REGISTERED DOMESTIC PARTNER, OR DEPENDENT CHILD
Eligible employees may transfer their fee waiver benefit to a spouse, domestic partner or dependent child following the criteria listed below:
1. A dependent child is defined as your child or stepchild under age 23, living with you in a parent-child relationship who is economically dependent on you, and has never been married, or your child or stepchild age 23 or above who is incapable of self-support due to a disability which existed prior to age 23. Dependent child age limit for CSUEU employees ONLY is age 25.
2. The spouse, domestic partner or dependent child must be matriculated toward a degree or the attainment of a teaching credential in the CSU and the course(s) enrolled on a fee waiver basis must be for credit toward the completion of that degree or credential.
3. Campus administration determines that space is available in the course offering before accommodating a spouse, domestic partner or dependent child.
4.
The
dependent fee waiver applies only to certain fees incurred by
5. The Student Body Association Fee cannot be waived or reduced for a spouse, domestic partner or dependent child.
6. Fee waiver eligibility can be transferred to only one person at a time – regardless of the number of units taken.
7. The spouse, domestic partner, or dependent child must maintain normal academic standards each semester to continue participation in the fee waiver program.
8. Eligible spouses, domestic partners or dependent children may use the fee waiver benefit at any CSU campus.
VII. APPLYING FOR DEPENDENT FEE WAIVER
The Fee Waiver Application process always begins at the campus of employment. The benefited, eligible employee is responsible for completing and submitting all forms required for participation in the Fee Waiver and Reduction Program. The following fee waiver forms are to be completed and sent to HREO at California State University San Marcos prior to the first semester of attendance.
Application - Dependent Fee Waiver and Reduction Program (to be submitted prior to each semester/quarter)
When the spouse, domestic partner or dependent child attends another CSU campus, some coordination between campuses is required. The campus of employment must provide the following information to the campus of enrollment
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verification of the eligible employee’s qualifying employment
verification that no other family member will be using the fee waiver benefit during the semester/quarter at issue.
VIII. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Employee Roles and Responsibilities:
Plan ahead. Make sure all forms are filled out completely, including a manager’s signature on all forms. Take the time to speak to your manager in advance regarding your plans and make arrangements for release time well in advance. Turn in all forms as soon as possible, and no later than three weeks before the first day of classes. Register through the Smart System unless otherwise notified. Pay your fees early to avoid dis-enrollment. If you alter your schedule in any way, please contact HREO as soon as possible.Attending another CSU:
The Fee Waiver benefit allows eligible employees, or their dependent to attend any CSU in the system. Eligibility is established at the campus of employment. All forms must be signed by California State University San Marcos before being sent to another CSU campus. Release time does not apply to courses taken at off-campus locations. Flex time scheduling and vacation time may be applied to allow for courses offered during normal work hours.Release Time:
Release time for on-campus fee waiver courses is described in the bargaining unit contracts. Please check the details of your specific contract. Release time does not apply to courses taken at off-campus locations. Flex time scheduling and vacation time may be applied to allow for courses offered during normal work hours. Take time to discuss release time with your manger/supervisor before registering for courses during your normal work hours. See attached memo.Summer Sessions:
Employees eligible for Fee Waiver benefit may apply for state supported courses offered during summer months.Credit/No Credit:
All Fee Waiver courses must be taken for a letter grade. Credit/no credit, or auditing a class is not acceptable under the CSU Employee Fee Waiver and Reduction Program. In order for an employee to continue participation in the program, normal academic standards shall be maintained.Academic Records Fee:
California State University San Marcos has an Academic Records Fee of $6.00 per semester. Employees taking advantage of the Fee Waiver benefit are required to pay this fee. Resource: See Graduation and Transcript Fee memos dated July 30, 2002 and August 7, 2002.Late Registration Fee:
Fee waiver recipients are subject to late fees of $25.00 if fees are not paid by the due date. Please note that you will not be sent a billing statement.MBA Program:
The courses required for this program, including the prerequisite courses are applicable under the Fee Waiver benefit. Participants must complete the GMAT before admittance to the MBA program. For more information regarding the MBA Program, contact Keith Butler, MBA Operations Manager, at x 4266 kbutler@csusm.edu.Orientation:
Employees participating in the Career Development Plan are encouraged to attend an Orientation session in order to register as a matriculated student. Release time is not granted for these sessions; however there are some orientation sessions during non-work hours.Taxability Schedule –
See Attached IRS Tax Guidelines in Technical Letter HR 2003-30 Attachment CReturn to Top of Page
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January 04, 2008
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