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San Diego Promise Insights
Who qualifies for the San Diego Promise
In order to qualify for the San Diego Promise Program, you must meet the following: Fall 2023
- First time (to any) college student, or
- Returning SDCCD students who have not enrolled in courses for three or more semesters (Not including summer), or
- Identify with one of the following groups:
- San Diego College of Continuing Education Students
- Foster Youth Student
- Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces
- Formerly Incarcerated Student
- Undocumented Student
- Must be a California resident or AB 540 eligible
*Students who completed college courses in high school are eligible for the San Diego Promise Program
What are the benifits of the san diego promise?
- Up to two years of free tuition and health fees
- Books grants for eligible students
- Access to Peer Mentors/Success Coach
- Counseling guidance and support to assist withsuccessfullycompleting your educational goals
what are the Program Requirements?
- Complete a financial aid application (Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) or CA Dream Act)
- Enroll in a minimum of 12 units each semester (does not apply to students with disability DSPS accommodation on file)
- To learn more about Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) at the San Diego Community College District please click here.
Important promise Application Dates | Spring 2023
- Application Deadline: January 23, 2023
- Sign Contract Deadline: February 6, 2023
- Register in 12 Units Deadline: February 10, 2023
Important promise Application Dates | Fall 2023
- Application Opens: January 9, 2023
- Priority Application Deadline: June 16, 2023
- Application Deadline: August 14, 2023
- Sign Contract Deadline: August 28, 2023
- Register in 12 Units Deadline: September 1, 2023
Need help getting started with the San Diego Promise?
Apply for the San Diego PromiSE
Apply for Spring 2023 | ClasseS Begin January 30, 2023
Apply for Fall 2023 | ClasseS Begin August 21, 2023
You applied for the san diego promise, now what?
Update your contact information for San Diego Promise next steps!
Update your contact information in the mySDCCD Student Portal.
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