Palomar College Promise

Palomar Promise

One-year of free course enrollment and related registration fees at Palomar College using a combination of possible state, federal and local funding resources
Up to $700 in text book assistance during the first year of enrollment
Specialized academic and career planning with related support services provided through the First Year Experience (FYE) program
Priority enrollment during first year at Palomar College
Guaranteed Admission to CSU San Marcos if students meet transfer eligibility requirements

All 2018 graduating high school students who attend an eligible high school within the Palomar College service area
Students who meet the eligibility criteria for an AB540 Waiver and are eligible to file a California Dream Act application are also eligible to apply for the Palomar Promise Program

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act application (Federal School Code 001260)
Students who don’t qualify to apply for Federal or State Aid will not qualify for the Palomar Promise Program
Enroll full-time (a minimum of 12 units) at Palomar College within one year of high school graduation
Apply to the First Year Experience (FYE) Program
Apply to the Palomar Promise Program
Maintain good standing with FYE and the Palomar Promise Program

Enroll in a minimum of 12 units per semester while attending Palomar College
Meet with a Student Success Counselor to establish a student education plan
Actively engage in the FYE Program and adhere to the FYE Student Success Agreement and Promise Academic Standards
Maintain at least 2.0 GPA while attending Palomar College

Complete the Palomar College admissions application
Complete the FYE/Promise Application
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act application (Federal School Code 001260)
The priority application deadline to join the Palomar Promise is March 2, 2018