Two Years of Free Tuition for Full-Time Students
At Mendocino College, we believe college should be affordable and accessible for everyone. Through the Mendocino College Promise, California residents and eligible AB 540 students may receive help covering their enrollment fees either through fee waivers or grants.
Students are encouraged to complete the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act application (CADAA) before applying.
Students may qualify for free enrollment fees in one of three ways:
Option 1: California College Promise Grant (CCPG)
The California College Promise Grant waives enrollment fees for Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
If you qualify, your enrollment fees will be waived when your eligibility is determined or when you register for classes.
To qualify, you must:
Meet California College Promise Grant income eligibility requirements
Option 2: Mendocino College Promise: First-Year Students
If you do not qualify for the California College Promise Grant, you may still be eligible for the Mendocino College Promise Program.
Eligible students will receive a scholarship that covers their out-of-pocket enrollment fees. The scholarship will be applied to your student account after the semester add deadline.
To qualify, you must:
Be a California resident or eligible AB 540 student
Not be eligible for the California College Promise Grant
Enroll full-time (12 units* or more each semester)
Have a Comprehensive educational plan on file (meet with a counselor if you need one)
Complete the Promise Program Interest Form
Have not completed a college degree
Option 3: Mendocino College Promise: Second-Year Students
Students who participated in the Promise Program during their first year may qualify for a second year of support.
Eligible students will receive a scholarship that covers their out-of-pocket enrollment fees. The scholarship will be applied to your student account after the semester add deadline.
To qualify, you must:
Have qualified for the Promise Program during your first year
Be a California resident or eligible AB 540 student
Remain continuously enrolled and successfully complete at least 12 units* each semester
Not be eligible for the California College Promise Grant
Enroll full-time (12 units* or more each semester)
Have a Comprehensive educational plan on file (meet with a counselor if you need one)
Have not completed a college degree
*Students registered with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) may be eligible for accommodation on the 12-unit enrollment requirement.
Please review the "How to Qualify?" tab before applying.
Once you review the eligibility requirements, please fill out the interest form below to apply.
Contact the Financial Aid Office for assistance with the FAFSA, CADAA Application, or Promise Program eligibility:
Email financialaid@mendocino.edu or call (707) 468-3110.
For more questions about the Promise Program:
Email promise@mendocino.edu.