Colleges must waive or defer unpaid fees for foster youth until financial aid arrives
Starting in the 2027-28 academic year, community colleges, Cal State and private colleges that get state aid must waive, or defer until financial aid arrives, unpaid fees and costs for verified foster youth who applied for aid. UC is asked, not required.
Who it affects
Current and former foster youth starting college
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027; the changes described here start on July 1, 2027.
- : Signed into law
- : Law takes effect
- : The changes described here start to apply (the law says by the start of the 2027-28 academic year and sets no calendar day; California's academic year formally begins July 1)
Official text
California AB 2768: Student financial aid: waiver or deferment of fees and costs: foster youth.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.