Provost's Promise

Free College

Any first time, full-time, in-district student with a declared major can be enrolled in the program.

Scholars will register by or on June 27th. Scholars will be required to maintain a GPA of 2.50 or better.

Student need to register for 15 or more credit hours, complete FAFSA & all financial-aid requirements, and apply for Foundation scholarships.

Any balance due each semester after the application of all financial aid and scholarships will be waived.

*Deadline to apply for Foundation Scholarships is May 1st.

1. Apply to DACC, if you have not previously
2. Apply for the DACC Foundation Scholarship (deadline May 1)
3. Apply for Financial Aid (fafsa) - DACC code #001669
4. Register for at least 15 credit hours by June 27
5. Fill out the Provost's Promise Agreement
6. Once accepted, you will be contacted by a mentor, check your DACC email regularly.

*If for some reason you do not follow and keep up with the requirements of the Provost's Promise, you will be ineligible to continue with the program and will be responsible for your bill.

1. Complete FAFSA and all Financial Aid requirements
2. Must be First-time post secondary school or GED
3. Must declare your major and degree or certificate
4. Complete the Foundation Scholarship Application
5. Must qualify for in-district tuition rate
6. Register for 15 or more credit hours each semester (unless otherwise identified for your program) for the entire semester without withdrawing.
7. Register for June 27, 2024

Continuing Requirements/Year 2

1. Complete FAFSA and all Financial Aid requirements
2. Complete Foundation Scholarship Application
3. maintain in-district residency
4. Register for each semester by the Early Bird Date set by the Provost
5. Maintain 15 or more credit hours each semester (unless otherwise identified for your program) for the entire semester without withdrawing.
6. Maintain a cumulative minimum 2.5 GPA

Program Benefits

1. Any balance due each semester after the application of all financial aid and scholarships will be waived, including books
2. Completion of DACC degree or certificate in two years or less and graduate debt-free
3. College credits while earned in high school may count toward the degree requirements
4. "Provost's Promise" students receive personal academic mentoring
5. Special Recognition during Commencement

*Important note: There may be a financial penalty for students who drop classes while receiving federal PELL and State MAP grants. Students will be responsible for this financial penalty.

What if I have taken college classes already?

This program is for first-time post secondary students. If you took College classes while in
high school, you are still eligible to be apart of the Provost’s Promise. If you took courses at
another college post high school or GED, then you would not qualify.

What if I do not qualify for financial aid?

That is fine. The program requires everyone to complete the FAFSA application to see if you
qualify for any amount of PELL or MAP, but if you don’t, the Promise will pay your balance.

What if I do not fill out the Foundation Scholarship Application by May 1?

Unfortunately, you would not qualify for the program.

What about your healthcare programs, can I major in those?

You COULD. If you are majoring in Nursing or HITT , yes you qualify because you can
complete a certificate in 2-years. For programs like Radiology Technology, Sonography,
HITT Echocardiography, to qualify, you would have to complete all of the prerequisite
courses while in high school.

What if I have a documented disability or need accommodations, can I be in the program?

Yes! Speak with your Academic Advisor or mentor to discuss the best class options for you.

What if I received a GED or HiSet instead of diploma?

Yes, you qualify, as long as you have not taken college courses since then.

What if I don’t want to get an Associates degree or transfer?

No problem, everyone's path is different. Being in a certificate program makes you eligible
for the program.

Does the program cover books?

Yes! Tuition, fees, and books are covered as part of this program. You are responsible for
any other needs, such as supplies.

What if I drop/withdraw from a course?

If you DROP a course and add one to remain at 15 credit hours, you can still be in the
program. If you WITHDRAW from a course or fail, you will not be eligible to continue in the
program and will need to cover any costs for that semester.

What if I have questions about residency/ being in-district

Each situation is different, please email d.nasser@dacc.edu with questions.