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Mission Promise Program

The Mission Promise Program provides academic counseling, free tuition, and other financial & academic support to guide first-year, degree-seeking students to graduation within three years.

The Mission Promise Program is currently full for the 2024 - 25 academic year.  We will begin accepting applications for the Fall 2025 semester in the spring of 2025.

Promise Program Benefits

  • Free tuition and student fees.
  • Textbook support.
  • Priority Enrollment.
  • Individualized academic & counseling support.
  • Community events and workshops.

Counseling

Appointments

    • When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Book an Appointment

Drop-In

    • What: Helpful for quick 5-15 minute questions or concerns; no appointment needed, just "Drop-In". Designed for quick questions that may be time sensitive (should I drop a class, what should I enroll in for next semester, etc.)
    • Where: In person (Counseling Office, SEC 139) or online (use the "Chat With Us/Drop-In" button on the Counseling webpage).
    • When: Wednesdays 11 am - 12:30 pm, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Fridays 11 am - 12 pm. If possible, check in 20 minutes prior to end times to ensure service.
      • Note: Hours subject to change based on campus closures, holidays, and other special events.  Please call the Counseling Office to confirm hours: (408) 855-5034.
    • How: Important - Identify yourself as a Promise student when checking in.

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Eligibility Information

  • Commit to full-time study at Mission College (12 or more units per semester, or DSPS equivalent).
  • Seeking a degree from Mission College.
  • California resident or eligible for in-state tuition under AB 540. Find if you qualify as a resident.
  • A first-time college student, or student who has earned fewer than 15 college units (dual enrollment units are not included in this limit).

Program Expectations

  • Complete a financial aid application for each academic year.
  • Enroll full-time each semester (12 or more units, or DSPS equivalent) for the duration of the program.
  • Maintain academic progress and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
  • Declare a major within your first year at Mission College.
  • Create a Comprehensive Student Education Plan in your first year (starting Fall 2024).
  • Meet with your counselor regularly, based on semesterly requirements (starting Fall 2024).
  • Participate in assigned program activities, workshops, and tutoring.
  • Register for English and Math in your first year as determined by your Student Education Plan.