Student Fees & Making A Payment
Student Fees
All fees are due two weeks prior the first day of class. If a course is added after the first day of class, payment is due at the time of enrollment. Past due fees will result in a bursar hold which will prevent additional enrollment, official transcript requests, and diplomas.
California Resident Fees
The following fees apply to any student who meets the California Residency Requirements. Special admit High school students who are CA residents will not be charged enrollment fees or any other college/district fees. All fees are subject to change.
| Fees | Amount | Applies to |
| Enrollment Fee | $46 per semester unit | Credit students |
| Campus Center Use Fee | $2 per semester, per campus | Credit students |
| Student Representation Fee | $2 per semester, per campus | Credit students |
| Health Fee | $23 per Fall and Spring Semesters $20 for the Summer term |
Credit students |
| AC Transit Fee | $42.88 per semester | Credit Students |
Non-California Resident and International Resident Fees
The following fees apply to any student who does not meet the California Residency Requirements. All fees are subject to change.
| Fees | Amount | Applies to |
| Enrollment Fee | $46 per semester unit | Credit students |
| Campus Center Use Fee | $2 per semester, per campus | Credit students |
| Student Representation Fee | $2 per semester, per campus | Credit students |
| Health Fee | $23 per Fall and Spring Semester $20 for the Summer term |
Credit students Some exemptions - see note at bottom |
| Non-Resident/International Tuition | $406 per semester unit | Non-resident and international credit students |
| International Health Insurance Fee | The current fee is $195 per month, totaling:
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Participating F-1 Visa status students. This fee must be paid prior to enrolling in classes and applying for a payment plan. |
Parking Fees (Optional)
| Fees | Amount | Applies to |
| Parking fee, Daily | $2 a day (exact change only) | All drivers |
| Parking Permit Fee, Automobile | $40 permit per Fall and Spring semester | Drivers enrolled in less than 9 units |
| Parking Permit Fee, Automobile | $29 permit per Fall and Spring semester | Drivers enrolled in 9 units or more |
| Parking Permit Fee, Automobile | $20 permit per Fall and Spring semester | Low income students/drivers (*details below) |
| Parking Permit Fee, Automobile | $20 permit per Summer semester | All drivers |
| Parking Permit Fee, Motorcycle | $10 permit per Fall and Spring semester $5 for permit per Summer semester |
All drivers |
* Person(s) who demonstrate(s) financial need under federal standards or income standards established by the Board of Governors and students receiving benefits under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program (formerly Aid to Families with Dependent Children), the Supplemental Security Income/State Supplemental Payment Program or a general assistance program. Students with BOG waivers are considered low-income students.
Fee Waivers/Exemptions – A student may refuse to pay certain fees and shall submit such refusal in writing by completing the form(s) below:
Student Health Fee Exemption
Please visit the Fee Calculations page for information on how fees are calculated, and what you are responsible for paying by enrolling in courses at the Peralta Colleges.
* Person(s) who demonstrate(s) financial need under federal standards or income standards established by the Board of Governors and students receiving benefits under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program (formerly Aid to Families with Dependent Children), the Supplemental Security Income/State Supplemental Payment Program or a general assistance program. Students with BOG waivers are considered low-income students.
Complete, sign and submit the form to any cashier’s office on campus for processing.
How to Pay Fees
- Online By Credit/Debit Card (Visa or MasterCard) in the Student Campus Solutions system (instructions below)
- By Mail to any of the locations below (Check or money order payable to PCCD. Please include your Student ID # in the memo.)
Cashier Offices Contact Information & Locations
| College | Main Phone # | Cashier Phone # |
| Berkeley City College Attn: Cashiers Office 2050 Center St. Berkeley, CA 94704 |
(510) 981-2800 | (510) 981-2842 |
| College of Alameda Attn: Cashiers Office 555 Atlantic Ave. Alameda, CA 94501 |
(510) 522-7221 | (510) 748-2224 |
| Laney College Attn: Cashiers Office 900 Fallon St. Oakland, CA 94607 |
(510) 834-5740 | (510) 464-3130 |
| Merritt College Attn: Cashiers Office 12500 Campus Dr. Oakland, CA 94619 |
(510) 531-4911 | (510) 436-2402 |
Cost of Attendance
A guide to the average cost of attendance at Laney College and the Peralta Colleges.
CA Residents Enrolled in 12 or More Units
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Living w/Parent(s)/At Home
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Living Off-Campus/Away
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Non-CA Residents Enrolled in 12 or More Units
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Living w/Parent(s)/At Home
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Living Off-Campus/Away
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Contact
Automated Information Line:
(510) 464-3121
Admissions Staff
(510) 464-3122
FAX (510) 464-3344
Admissions Office Hours
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6:30 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Building A, Room 109