San Diego Promise
Welcome to City College: San Diego Promise
The San Diego Promise is a two-year completion program for recent high school graduates enrolled full-time (12 units per semester during Fall and Spring). The program provides up to two years of free tuition and health fees to eligible students. Participation in the Promise program comes with a variety of benefits: access to a peer mentor, specialized counseling and guidance support, and additional campus engagement opportunities.
The San Diego Promise application for Fall 2022 is NOW OPEN! The San Diego Promise is now accepting applications for the Class of 2022 high scholl graduates entering SDCCD (City, Mesa, Miramar College) in the Fall of 2022.
Why the San Diego Promise at City?
Students participating in the San Diego Promise will receive the following:
- Up to two years of FREE tuition and health fees (Covered for Fall and Spring).
- Note: Student Parking, Semester Pass, and Student Rep Fees are NOT included.
- Individualized counseling and guidance support to help you complete your educational goals.
- Assigned Peer Mentors.
- Book grants for eligible students (Dependent upon student's financial need).
Watch the videos below to hear San Diego Promise students talk about how the program has helped them navigate their first two years of college from peer mentor support to tuition.
Find out if you are eligible to obtain up to
TWO YEARS TUITION FREE!
Program Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a first-time to college student*
- Must be a class of 2021/2022 high school graduate* (H.S. Diploma or GED) OR identify
with one of the following groups:
- Foster Youth Student
- Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces
- Formerly Incarcerated Student
- Undocumented Student
- Must be a California resident or AB 540 eligible
- Must Complete a 2022-2023 financial aid application (FAFSA or CA Dream Act)
- Must be prepared to enroll in a minimum of 12 units each semester (Does not apply to students with disability (DSPS) accommodation on file)
*Student who completed college courses while in high school are eligible
To find out if you may qualify to participate in the San Diego Promise, please contact us via email us at sdpromisecity@sdccd.edu or call us at 619.388.3998 or 619.800.3464
Program Requirements
- Attend a Virtual Promise orientation
- Sign a Promise contract online
- Enroll in at least 12 units by September 04, 2022
- Maintain a 2.0 college GPA
- Meet with a counselor each semester
- Complete a comprehensive education plan by the end of your first year.
Note: As program eligibility is determined, students who have are eligible to participate in the San Diego Promise program will receive an email invitation to electronically sign a Promise contract starting May 1, 2022 to secure your space in the program, sign and submit your Promise contract.
San Diego Promise Checklist & Application Steps
To help your student stay on track with the application process, please reference the Promise checklist and complete the steps below:
Click Here: San Diego Promise Checklist
San Diego Promise Application Steps
Students who complete steps 1-4 by June 17 will receive priority registration and admission to the program.
Step 1: SDCCD Admissions Application
Interested students must first complete a Fall 2021 Admissions application to San Diego City College at sdccd.edu/apply.
Step 2: Financial Aid Application
Complete a 2022-2023 financial aid application (FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov or the CA Dream Act at dream.csac.ca.gov). Students should submit a financial aid application as soon as possible using the school code for the college they will be attending in the fall.
San Diego City College School Code for FAFSA or CA Dream Act applications:
- City College: 001273
Interested students must complete a Promise application for the 2021-2022 academic school year. Promise applications for the 2022-2023 academic year are due by August 15, 2022. Students must only submit one Promise application. Submitting duplicate applications may delay the processing time of their application.
Note: We will be communicating with students primarily through the email address provided on their SDCCD admissions application. In addition, all email communication will be available to be view via their message center in their mySDCCD portal. Any pending items related to their Promise application will appear on their To-Do-List in their mySDCCD portal.
How to access the message center (step-by-step tutorial).
How to view the To-Do-List items (step-by-step tutorial).
Step 4: Online New Student Orientation and Abbreviated Education Plan
Complete an online new student orientation and meet with a college counselor to develop an education plan (a roadmap to graduation) as soon as possible.
- NEW STUDENTS must complete the New Student Education Planning workshop on Canvas. Click here to access the workshop.
Questions about completing the new student orientation and education plan, contact us for support at 619.388.3998 or 619.8003464
Step 5: Promise Contract and Promise Orientation
Students must sign a Promise contract online and attend a Virtual Promise orientation
Note: As program eligibility is determined, students who have are eligible to participate in the San Diego Promise program will receive an email invitation to electronically sign a Promise contract starting May 1, 2022 to secure your space in the program, sign and submit your Promise contract.
Step 6: Register for Classes
Students must register for a minimum of 12 units by September 04, 2022*
*Students that do no register in a minimum of 12 units by September 04, 2022 will be dismissed from the program, with the exception of students with an appeal or DSPS academic accommodation on file.
**Information regarding the Promise contract will ONLY be provided to students that meet the program eligibility requirements. As program eligibility is determined, information regarding the Promise Contract will be sent to students via email.
Important Fall 2022 dates and deadlines!
MAY 2022
- Communication emails regarding acceptance will begin via email and mySDCCD portal | May 1, 2022
JUNE 2022
- Priority Application Deadline | June 17, 2022
- Fall 2022 Class schedule available online | June 15, 2022
- Fall 2022 Registration appointments begin | June 21, 2022
AUGUST 2022
- Last day to apply to Promise | August 15, 2022
- Fall 2022 Semester begins | August 22, 2022
- Last day to attend a Promise orientation & submit a Promise Contract: August 29, 2022
SEPTEMBER 2022
- Enroll in 12 Units Deadline | September 4, 2022
Connect with Us: Prospective & Current Promise Students
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Brenda Torres, Program Coordinator Meet via video chat: Click here to schedule an appointment Phone Number: 619.388.3674 Text Line: 619.273.5053 Email: btorres@sdccd.edu |
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Lina Kern, Program Counselor Meet via video chat: Click here to schedule an appointment Phone Number: 619.388.3674 Text Line: 619.273.5053 Email: pkern@sdccd.edu |
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Benjamin Villa, Peer Mentor Lead Meet via video chat: Click here to schedule an appointment Phone Number: 619-388.3998 Text Line: 619. 800.3464 Email: bvilla@sdccd.edu |
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Angel Lopez Rodriguez, Peer Mentor Meet via video chat: Click here to schedule an appointment Phone Number: 619-388.3998 Text Line: 619. 800.3464 Email: alopez@sdccd.edu |
On-site & Remote Hours
- Monday through Tursday: 9:00am-6:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am-1:00pm
- Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Office numbers:
Call: (619) 388-3998 Call/Text: (619) 800-3464
Get Support : Prospective & Current Promise Students
Click here to join Promise Live Virtual Support Lobby
Connect with the San Diego Promise Team! We are here to provide you with information regarding promise application, status, requirements, and eligibility. As well as to assist you with any questions regarding CANVAS, FAFSA, and/or mySDCCD portal.
Live Support Lobby Hours : Monday through Friday from 10 am-1 pm
The Live Virtual Support Lobby offers our students the opportunity to connect with our San Diego Promise Team via live online chat or video call.
ConexED (Cranium Cafe) is best supported by Google Chrome
To log in: Prospective students can create a guest account. New and Current students can log in using the same Login ID and Password as their mySDCCD portal account.
Promise Peer Mentor (Click here to resquest support)
Our San Diego Promise Peer Mentors are HERE FOR YOU! Their goal is to help you navigate through your educational journey at San Diego City College! If you need one-on-one support with the MySDCCD portal, Canvas, Registration Support, General Questions our Promise Peer Mentors are here for you!
Please Call (619) 388.3998 OR Text 619.800.3464 if you have any questions.
ConexED (Cranium Cafe) is best supported by Google Chrome
To log in: Prospective students can create a guest account. New and Current students can log in using the same Login ID and Password as their mySDCCD portal account.
Click here to schedule an appointment
We're back to help you! The San Diego Promise will be providing In-Person Services Monday-Thursday from 9:00am-6:00pm & Friday from 9:00am to 1:00pm
- In-depth Services are by appointment Only.
- 15-Minute walk-ins
Requirement: Students must be vaccinated and have submitted proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Record on mySDCCD portal or have a negative COVID-19 test within the prior seven (7) days to attend in-person appointments.
Face Masks Still Required on Campus: All employees, students and campus visitors must continue to wear masks on campus. If you need a mask, we can provide you with one.
ConexED (Cranium Cafe) is best supported by Google Chrome
To log in: Prospective students can create a guest account. New and Current students can log in using the same Login ID and Password as their mySDCCD portal account.
HOW TO UPLOAD YOUR VACCINATION CARD IN 3 EASY STEPS
CLICK HERE TO GET A DIGITAL COPY OF YOUR COVID-19 VACCINATION RECORD
Promise Canvas Shell for Prospective Students
The program shell is available to all students interested in appliying into the San Diego Promise Program at San Diego City College. The shell contains program announcements, important information, program updates, and important application and academic deadlines.
Click on the link below to acess the program shell for prospective students:
Looking for the San Diego Promise Office?
HOLIDAYS-PROMISE OFFICE CLOSED |
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Memorial Day |
May 30, 2022 |
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Independence Day |
Jul. 4, 2022 |
Program Outcomes:
- Students will be able to work within the program and understand how to utilize resources.
- Students will be able to complete 2 years of academics.
- Students will be able to understand and apply knowledge based on academic counselor assistance with an ed plan.
