The San Diego Promise
Receive up to two years of free tuition or a book grant with the San Diego Promise. The San Diego Promise is a two-year completion program for eligible students that offers a number of benefits to support you in your introduction to college. The San Diego Promise is not based on need or merit. Receive access to a peer mentor, specialized counseling and guidance support, and additional campus engagement opportunities.
Join our Mesa Promise Canvas page to stay up-to-date with requirements, support, announcements, FAQ, events, and more.
Apply for the San Diego Promise
Review the eligibility requirements to determine whether you qualify for free tuition and support as a Promise student.
Spring 2027 Promise application opening date coming soon. Please check back for updates. Learn more here.
Important dates:
| Spring 2027 Class Schedule Posted Online | October 19, 2026 |
| mySDCCD Registration Date and Time Available | October 21, 2026 |
| Registration by appointment begins | November 2, 2026 |
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Open registration |
December 1, 2026 |
| Start of Spring 2027 Semester | February 1, 2027 |
| Spring 2027 Promise Application Deadline | To Be Announced |
| Promise Requirements Deadline | To Be Announced |
Promise Petitions such as Reduced Unit for Extenuating Circumstances, DSPS Waiver, Late Admission, and Readmission can be submitted on the SDCCD Promise Petition Website.
Determine Your Eligibility
To qualify for the San Diego Promise program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Track #1
- First time (to any) college student.
*Students who completed college courses in high school are eligible for the San Diego Promise Program.
Track #2
- Returning SDCCD students who have not enrolled in courses for the last three or more consecutive semesters (not including summer).
Track #3
- Identify with one of the following groups:
- Foster Youth Student
- Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces
- Formerly Incarcerated Student
- Undocumented Student
- College of Continuing Education
- LGBTQIA+
- Must be a California resident or AB 540 eligible
- Completed high school diploma or high school equivalency
Applicants who meet an eligibility track may still be ineligible for Promise admission based on additional eligibility criteria. Please review the Eligibility & Admission Requirements under each track for details and exceptions.
View the Program Requirements
See the requirements for each Promise cohort.
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*Full-time equivalency - approved DSPS Waiver or Reduced Units Appeal |
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Create a comprehensive education plan by the end of your Spring semester |
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*Full-time equivalency - approved DSPS Waiver or Reduced Units Appeal |
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