Unit Requirements for Benefits and Activities
Unit Requirements for Benefits and Activities
To qualify for certain benefits and activities, minimum unit requirements must be maintained, as follows:
Veteran and war orphan benefits under GI Bill®
Subsistence payments vary depending on the Chapter of benefits and the amount of units enrolled. Generally payments are prorated for a non-full time student. Summer enrollment status is calculated differently and the payment amounts can be confirmed with VA by calling 1-888-442-4551.
| Requirement | Unit |
|---|---|
| Automobile insurance discounts and dependent medical insurance | 12 units |
| Student Loan deferments (Half-time required) | 6 units or greater |
| Financial Aid Enrollment Status | 12 units or greater for full-time |
| 9 to 11.5 units for three quarter time | |
| 6 to 8.5 units for half-time | |
| 0.5 to 5.5 units for less than half-time | |
| EOPS Services | 12 units |
| Athletic Eligibility | 12 units |
| Student Government | 6 units for major offices |
| 3 units for council members | |
| Student Employment | 12 units (generally) |
| 6 units or less if eligible for CalWORKs, ACCESS, EOPS, or Federal Work-study funds |