Berkeley, Calif., August 9, 2022 – Berkeley City College has announced the Fall is Free at BCC campaign to support student access and success to higher education for the Fall 2022 semester. Classes start August 22nd.

For qualifying students, Berkeley City College will pay the enrollment costs per unit, campus center fees, student center fees, and health center fees. Berkeley City College will also waive the AC Transit fee for students who enroll in 6 units or more, receiving free bus transportation for the Fall.

To qualify, students must enroll in at least 3 units and complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), California Dream Act, or California Promise Grant. The financial aid application must be filed with Berkeley City College designated as the student’s home college. Students will receive funds after the FAFSA is completed, but students do not need to qualify for financial aid to receive Fall is Free at BCC benefits.

The program includes first time college students, currently enrolled students, returning students, English language learners, recreational learners, career education students, and dual enrolled high school students. Out of state and international students are not eligible for this program. Eligible students who already paid their fees for the Fall ’22 semester will be reimbursed.

“We recognize students in our community are making important decisions to provide for themselves and their families amid a pandemic, rising housing costs, and inflation. Berkeley City College is pleased to offer access to higher education to all by removing financial barriers for BCC students,” said Berkeley City College President Angélica Garcia. “This is an opportunity for students to enroll in as many classes as they can at no cost, jumpstarting their educational pathway to completion, certification, or transfer.”