Barstow College Promise Program
Welcome, New Promise Students! We are excited to announce that Promise 2.0 has expanded to include ALL eligible first-time, full-time students!
THE PROMISE
Barstow College Promise 2.0 is a two-year program designed to help you get on a path to a college education and prepare you for your future. OUR PROMISE to you is to make your first TWO YEARS of community college as DEBT FREE as possible.
ELIGIBILITY
You can become a Promise student if you meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Must be a full-time student interested in pursuing a career technical certificate, Associate degree, or Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
- Must be a California resident or AB540 eligible college student
- Must be interested in enrolling in 12 units each semester for 2 years at Barstow Community College
BENEFITS
- Enrollment fees paid for TWO years
- Students completing a minimum of 12 units per semester with a minimum GPA of 2.0, will receive a grant covering all enrollment fees for any gap left after applying for financial aid.
- Priority registration in Fall and Spring semesters
- Textbook Vouchers and/or school supplies
- Students who qualify for EOPS will receive these benefits through EOPS
- College counseling to assist with academic and career goals
- Ongoing support from Student Success Advisors
- Eligible students are able to be a part of multiple programs and take advantage of a variety of services simultaneously.
- EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs & Services)
- ACCESS (Accessibility Coordination Center and Educational Support Services)
- TLSC (Teaching & Learning Support Center.
- VETS (Veterans Education and Transition Support) Program
- Adult Education
- Associated Student Government & Student Life,
- Food Pantry
- Student Services Tutorials
NOTE:
Book vouchers and school supplies are subject to available funding.
HOW TO JOIN PROMISE
Step 1: Apply to BCC
Step 2: Apply for Financial Aid
Step 3: Complete BCC orientation and education planning
Step 4: Register for classes
