Promise Program The San Diego Promise is a two-year completion program for recent high school graduates enrolled full-time (12 units per semester). The program provides up to two years of free tuition to eligible students.

The San Diego Promise is a two-year completion program for recent high school graduates enrolled full-time (12 units per semester). The program provides up to two years of free tuition to eligible students. Participation in the Promise program comes with a variety of benefits: an assigned peer mentor/success coach, specialized counseling and guidance support, and additional campus engagement opportunities.

ELIGIBILITY

Class of 2020 high school graduate
California resident for tuition purposes or AB540 eligible Links to an external site.
Completion of a 2020-2021 FAFSA Links to an external site. or California Dream Act Links to an external site..
Must enroll in a minimum of 12 units each semester (does not apply to DSPS students with eligible academic accommodation)

BENEFITS

New students participating in the San Diego Promise will receive the following:

Up to two years of FREE tuition and health fees (Covered for Fall and Spring. Note: Student Parking, Semester Pass, and Student Rep Fees are NOT included).
Individualized counseling and guidance support to help you complete your educational goals.
Assigned Peer Mentors.
Book grants for eligible students (Dependent upon student's financial need).

*Students who meet program requirements in their first year may be eligible for free tuition in their second year.

ATTENTION! The San Diego Promise application for Class of 2020 high school graduates entering in Fall 2020 is now available!

If you are a Class of 2020 high school graduate who will be attending City College in Fall 2020, you can do the following to begin the enrollment process for the San Diego Promise:

STEP 1: Apply for admission to City College Links to an external site.

STEP 2: Complete a 2020-2021 FAFSA Links to an external site. or California Dream Act Links to an external site.

City College School Code: 001273

STEP 3: Complete the San Diego Promise Online Application

STEP 4: Complete an online orientation and meet with a college counselor for an abbreviated education plan.

STEP 5: Students that meet all program requirements and are eligible to participate in the San Diego Promise program will receive an invitation to electronically sign a Promise contract starting in April 2020. The priority deadline to sign the Promise contract is June 11, 2020. Contracts will be continued to be accepted after June 11th on a space available basis. If you recently submitted your application, please allow 2-3 weeks for your application to be reviewed.

STEP 6: After you have signed an submitted your Promise contract, please expect to receive an email with an invitation to attend a virtual Promise orientation.

Note: Promise orientation dates/times will be emailed to you after you have signed your Promise contract.

STEP 7: Register for classes.

Complete steps 1-4 by Thursday, June 11, 2020 for priority registration and admission to the program.

If you have questions about the San Diego Promise at San Diego City College, email us at sdpromisecity@sdccd.edu or call us at 619.800.3464

San Diego Promise Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

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VIRTUAL SERVICES FOR CURRENT STUDENTS

Canvas: Campus announcements, program updates, and daily Peer Mentor Discussions/Check-Ins.
Youtube: Check out our channel Links to an external site. for video tutorials, and program updates!
Instagram: Monday's Q & A story session, community and campus resources story highlights, and DM for general questions. Follow us at @sd_city_promise Links to an external site.
Zoom: Counselor Lead workshops, Virtual Counseling & Peer Mentor Appointments and Virtual Promise Orientations.
Google Voice: Connect with a Promise Peer Mentor by calling 619.800.3464. Peer Mentors can support you with any of the following:

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