Hartnell College The Salinas Valley Promise
The Salinas Valley Promise program combines instructional excellence with professional guidance, leadership development, life-skills training, and a scholarship to ensure your success. You pay zero in-state tuition as a first-time, full-time student, regardless of your family income.
A FREE start on an exceptional education! Plus, TOTAL support for your success!
Benefits of the Promise:
As a participant in the Salinas Valley Promise program, you receive:
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Two years of free in-state tuition
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A free laptop OR book voucher
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Participation in a Student Success Seminar
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Student Success Workshops & Professional Development Opportunities
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Alumni and Peer Mentoring program
Requirements of the Promise:
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Graduate from a high school or adult school
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Be a first-time college student (dual/concurrent enrollment units accepted)
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CA resident or qualify for non-resident tuition exemption through AB540/SB68
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Maintain full-time enrollment with 12 units or more
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Completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) OR California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
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Completion of the Student Success Seminar and attend one workshop per semester
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Maintain at least a 2.0 semester GPA