Earn a College Degree — for Free
Seniors at Dallas County Promise high schools may be eligible to earn a certificate, associate degree or bachelor’s degree at no cost!
The Dallas College Promise scholarship program covers any gap between state and federal aid to make sure your tuition is fully covered. Family income limits may apply.
Choose from 100-plus degree or certificate programs. Promise benefits may transfer to four-year university partners.
New Students: Eligibility and How To Apply
Class of 2026 High School Seniors
Class of 2025 seniors must attend a Promise high school to be eligible for the program.
- Submit the Path Form by Feb. 5, 2025
- Apply for Admission by July 1, 2025
- Apply for Financial Aid by July 1, 2025
- Enroll by Oct. 19, 2025
Complete Dallas College class registration for the Fall semester. An eight-week term starts Oct. 20.
View the steps to register at DallasCollege.edu/Register.
Need help? Email a recruitment coach at CollegeCoach@DallasCollege.edu.
Class of 2026 High School Seniors
Class of 2026 seniors must attend a Promise high school to be eligible for the program. Income limits will apply for students starting Fall 2026.
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Submit the Path Form by Feb. 4, 2026
- Complete the Promise Path Form by Feb. 4, 2026. You’ll receive a confirmation with your Promise ID.
- *Completing the Promise Path does not obligate a student to participate in this program.
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Apply for Admission by July 1, 2026
- Submit the Dallas College Admissions Application.
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Apply for Financial Aid by July 1, 2026
- 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)
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Enroll by Aug. 19, 2026
- Complete Dallas College class registration for the Fall 2026 semester.
View the steps to enrollment at DallasCollege.edu/ReadySetGo.
Need help? Email a recruitment coach at CollegeCoach@DallasCollege.edu.
View the requirements for staying Promise eligible at Dallas College
Parents and guardians of eligible high school seniors: You could be a Promise scholar, too!