Fee Payment

Students are responsible for paying all enrollment and mandatory fees. Fees are due at the time of enrollment or before the payment deadline date. Students must drop or withdraw from all classes by the published refund deadline to avoid being held responsible for related fees. Not attending class does not qualify as an official drop and will not result in a refund or waiver of fees.

Fees are subject to change as directed by the California State Legislature. All other fees are subject to change as directed either by the legislature or by the MiraCosta College Board of Trustees in accordance with Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. 

For detailed information and deadlines on drops for non payment and debt holds, please visit the Cashier's Office website. 

Fees 

Enrollment Fee (credit classes): $46.00 per unit

Non-Resident Tuition (in addition to enrollment fee): $377.00 per unit (Effective Fall 2026)

Upper-Division Fee (Biomanufacturing Bachelor's only): $84.00 per unit ($130.00 total/unit)

Health Services Fee: $22.00 per term

Student Center Fee: $1.00 per unit (max $10/academic year)

Student Representation Fee: $2.00 per term (students may opt-out of this fee) 

• California Education Code (section 76060.5) requires community colleges to charge a student representation fee of $2.00 at the time of registration to support student organizations both locally and statewide.

  Students can opt out of the Student Representation fee during registration by selecting the "Student Financial Tile," clicking "Make a Payment," and checking the box to confirm they wish to decline the fee.

Optional Fees 

Parking – Automobile (Spring/Fall): $35.00 per term

Parking – Automobile (Summer): $17.50 per term

Parking – Automobile (CCPG Waiver, Spring/Fall): $20.00 per term

Parking – Moped/Motorcycle (Spring/Fall): $17.50

Parking – Moped/Motorcycle (Summer): $8.75 per term

Spartan Pass Student ID: $6.00

Transcript – First two copies: Free

Transcript – Additional copies: $5.00 each (+$2.00 if ordered online)

About Your Fees

Health Services Fee

All credit students pay $22.00 per term. This covers secondary student accident insurance and helps fund the Health Services Center.

You are exempt from this fee if:

• You rely exclusively on prayer for healing per a recognized religious organization
• You are enrolled under an approved apprenticeship training program
• You are enrolled in noncredit courses only (though you may opt in to access Health Services)

Parking

All student vehicles must display a valid parking permit. Permits are available through the Parking/Campus Police Office. Daily permit machines are available on all three campuses. All visitors must purchase a permit Monday through Saturday. For full parking rules, visit the Parking Regulations webpage on the Campus Police website.

Student Center Fee

$1.00 per credit unit, up to $10.00 per academic year (summer through spring). Waived for students receiving AFDC/TANF, SSI, or General Relief. Concurrently enrolled high school students are exempt.

Student Representation Fee

$2.00 per term, required at registration. You can opt out during registration: go to SURF → Student Financial Tile → Make a Payment, and check the box to decline.

Spartan Pass (Student ID)

Optional for $6.00 — available to all students. Provides discounts at shops, restaurants, museums, sporting events, and more. Purchase through SURF or the Cashier's Office, then request your card via the Engage webpage.

Instructional Materials Fee

Some courses charge a materials fee for tools, equipment, or clothing with lasting value beyond the classroom. When applicable, this fee is listed in the course description.

California Veteran Dependent Exemption

Eligible dependents of veterans may receive a waiver of tuition and required incidental fees. Eligible individuals include children or spouses of veterans who died in the line of duty, are totally disabled, or have an approved service-connected disability rating. Contact the MiraCosta Veterans Services Office at 760.757.2121 ext. 6285 for details on how to apply.

Unpaid Balances & Collections

Unpaid balances are subject to being dropped from their classes and a debt hold placed on the account, which will prevent students from enrollment. 

Students are responsible for monitoring their SURF account and paying fees on time. Unpaid balances become past due and may be sent to collections.

Before an account is sent to collections, MiraCosta will mail out three official collection letters (to the address we have on file). If you do not respond, your account may be sent to one of the following:

• CEDAR Financial — a third-party collections agency. A processing fee of up to 25% will be added to your balance.
• COTOP (Chancellor's Office Tax Offset Program) — the state may intercept your tax refund or lottery winnings. A 25% processing fee will be added.

If you believe your balance is incorrect, contact the Cashier's Office 760.795.6835. 

Contact & Resources

Cashier's Office: 760.795.6835 | cashier@miracosta.edu

Veterans Services: 760.757.2121 ext. 6285

Financial Aid Inquiries: Building 14, Welcome Center, 1st and 2nd Floor (Oceanside Campus)

Administration Building, Welcome Center (San Elijo Campus)

Note: All fees are subject to change by the California State Legislature or the MiraCosta College Board of Trustees