Dallas College Promise

About Dallas College Promise

Seniors in Promise high schools planning to attend one of the seven Dallas College campuses are eligible to become Promise Bound. To qualify, they must complete all Promise deadlines including completing the Promise Path.

Once you complete an associate degree (two-year) at Dallas College, you are eligible to transfer to Dallas College Promise partner four-year universities, with your last-dollar scholarship guaranteed contingent on meeting income and GPA requirements. Or you can stay at Dallas College and pursue a bachelor’s in education (available now) or nursing (coming soon). Some partner four-year universities also have options for you to attend directly after graduating high school. View the full list of Dallas County Promise partner colleges.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the program, seniors must attend a Promise high school. Students starting in the Fall 2024 do not have an income requirement. The family income cap of $75,000 has been postponed until Fall 2025.

Start the Path by Feb. 2, 2024:

• Complete the Promise Pledge by Feb. 2, 2024. You’ll receive a confirmation with your Promise ID. *Completing the Promise Path does not obligate a student to participate in this program.

Apply by May 1, 2024:

• Submit the Dallas College admissions application.

Apply by July 1, 2024 Deadline Extended to Aug. 1, 2024:

• Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at FAFSA.gov or Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) and list Dallas College as a recipient of your application. (School code: 004453)

Enroll by Aug. 1, 2024:

• Complete Dallas College class registration for the Fall semester.