I’m super interested in the tuition fee waiver for veteran dependents because my dad was a veteran. However, apparently your parent must be basically severely disabled or dead (https://www.calvet.ca.gov/VetServices/Pages/College-Fee-Waiver.aspx) in order to qualify. Meanwhile, some people have told me to apply anyway. Even though my dad is neither disabled or dead, is there still a point in applying for the tuition fee waiver?
Ask your dad if he has any disability. If it is 0% you would still qualify for the waiver. Email someone from the veterans resource center at UCSB to check. Good luck!