Ventura College Promise

Ventura College Promise

Ventura College has one of the longest running Promise programs in California. The program aims to reduce obstacles for incoming first-year, first time, full-time students. The Ventura College (VC) Promise covers the cost of the per unit Enrollment Fee, Health Fee, Student Center Fee, and Student Representative Fee for students who meet certain eligibility requirements.

First Year VC Promise

Must Apply to attend Ventura College
Must be a first-year, first-time student (AP scores and classes taken in high school do not affect this status)
Must complete a FAFSA or California Dream Act application (include Ventura College on your application)
Must be a California resident or AB 540 student. Residency is determined by Admissions and Records.
Must be enrolled full-time (12 units or more) at Ventura College beginning Fall 2022 and continue to be enrolled full-time (12 units or more units) at Ventura College for Spring 2023
Summer 2022 course fees may also be waived if a student enrolls in 12 or more units (full-time) at Ventura College

Criteria Subject to Change Without Notice

In addition to the eligibility requirements above, we highly encourage all incoming students to complete the following New Student Requirements:

Complete Orientation online through the MyVCCCD student portal on the My Success tab
Complete Assessment: Submit official high school transcripts and/or complete Multiple Measure form by visiting the Assessment Office, (805) 289-6402
Complete the First Semester Course Planning Sessions (FCS) and develop a first-semester Education Plan - call the Counseling Office at (805) 289-6448

Second Year VC Promise

Must have received the First Year VC Promise during 2021-2022
Must complete a 2022-2023 FAFSA or California Dream Act application (include Ventura College on your application)
Must be a California resident or AB 540 student. Residency is determined by Admissions and Records.
Must be enrolled full-time (12 units or more) at Ventura College beginning Fall 2022 and continue to be enrolled full-time (12 units or more units) at Ventura College for Spring 2023
Summer 2022 course fees may also be waived if a student enrolls in 12 or more units (full-time) at Ventura College

Criteria Subject to Change Without Notice

In addition to the eligibility requirements above, a Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP) is highly recommended as legislation may require this item. Contact the Counseling Office at (805)289-6448 to schedule an appointment.

VC Promise Awards

The Ventura College (VC) Promise covers the cost of the per unit Enrollment Fee, Health Fee, Student Center Fee, and Student Representative Fee for students who meet certain eligibility requirements.

VC Promise Awards will be posted on your MyVCCCD student portal approximately 7-10 days after all the above eligibility criteria are met
Monitor your MyVCCCD portal weekly for updates on your status. Click the "Financial Aid" tab and then the "Financial Aid Awards" link to view the awards
You will also receive an award notification email in your MyVCCCD account

For more information, contact the VC Financial Aid Office at (805) 289-6369.

Ventura College Promise

First Year VC Promise

First Year Eligibility - Summer 2022, Fall 2022, and Spring 2023

New Student Requirements

Second Year VC Promise

Second Year Eligibility- Summer 2022, Fall 2022 and Spring 2023

Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)

VC Promise Awards

What fees does the VC Promise cover?

How Do I Know If I Have Received The VC Promise?

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