You may have the commitment tuition deposit waived by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $3,000 or less. Waivers will be considered based on demonstrated financial need. Students who are exempt from paying the deposit do not need to request a waiver.
Request a commitment deposit waiver by contacting LaVora Desvigne, director of admissions, at waiver@lagcc.cuny.edu.
Your request will be considered if you meet the following requirements: - Completed FAFSA on file or compelling reason for not filing
- Completed admission application by submitting all missing documents to the Office of Admissions, and all stops have been removed
- Completed ACT placement tests or have posted exemptions
What to include in your request for a commitment deposit waiver: - Subject line: Request for Commitment Deposit Waiver
- Your full name, address, email address and the last four digits of your social security number or student identification number in the body of the email.
- A detailed statement explaining why the deposit waiver is being requested. (Limit your statement to two paragraphs.)
You will receive a response within two business days of the request.
To: waiver@lagcc.cuny.edu
From: username@live.lagcc.cuny.edu
Subject: Request for Commitment Deposit Waiver
Dear Ms. Desvigne,
My name is Sally Student, residing at 123 Elm Street, New York, NY 11103. My email address is username@live.lagcc.cuny.edu, and the last four digits of my SSN are 5083. I have taken my placement tests and have submitted all documents to complete my admissions file. I am requesting a waiver for the following reason(s): List reason(s).
Thank you for your consideration.
Regards,
Sally Student