The Promise Scholars Program is accepting applications for our Fall 2026 Promise Scholars Program Cohort! 

Questions? Email us at skylinepromise@my.smccd.edu 

Not a full-time student? Check out our Part-Time Promise Scholars application steps.

4 Easy Steps to Apply

Create your OpenCCC account and apply to Skyline College.

During this process you'll be asked for your intended major and an educational goal, along with some basic personal, educational and residency information.

After applying, you’ll receive your Student ID Number (G-Number) via email.

Shortly after completing Step 1, you should receive an email with your student ID (G number). 

  1. You can use this information to login to Skyline College WebSMART.
  2. You will see a section titled “Student Services” on your homepage.
  3. In the Student Services section, click on District Promise Application. 
  4. Look for Skyline College Promise Scholars Program and proceed to the application.

Once you submit your completed application, you will need to keep an eye on the email you provided in your CCCApply application as well as your mySMCCD email for further communications about your application status.

Be sure to include our School Code: 007713 in your application to ensure that it is sent to Skyline College.

If you experience difficulty with your application, please connect with our Financial Aid Office.

Both Fall and Spring cohort admissions cycles are available.

To be considered for the program, you must have completed steps 1, 2, and 3 above:
  • applied to Skyline College through CCCApply
  • submitted your Promise Scholars Program application.
  • have a complete financial aid application on file with Skyline College
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You will receive updates on your application via email. Please keep an eye out for communications from our team on next steps.

If you receive a conditional acceptance into the program,  you will be required to meet with a Promise Scholars Program counselor, be enrolled in Promise-blocked courses, and attend the Promise Scholars Summer or Spring Institute in order to finalize your spot in the program. Conditionally admitted students will receive more specific details via email and at onboarding events.

Application Checklist

  • Complete your CCCApply application for Skyline College
  • Login to your student portal on WebSMART to complete your application to the Promise Scholars Program
  • Complete your Financial Aid Application and include Skyline College's school code
  • If you need support, please email us at skylinepromise@my.smccd.edu 

What are my responsibilities as a Promise Scholar?

Participants in the Full-Time Promise Scholars Program must agree to:

  • Enroll full-time each semester (minimum 12 units) for the duration of the program.
    • Summer session enrollment is highly encouraged, and may be required if you do not complete all coursework taken in your fall and spring semesters.
  • Complete a financial aid application each academic year
  • Maintain academic progress and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
  • Complete courses at a rate above 50%.
    • You must successfully complete and pass more than half of your courses in every semester that you are part of the Promise Scholars Program.
  • Declare a major within your first year at Skyline College
  • Complete a comprehensive Student Educational Plan (SEP) during your first year at Skyline College.
  • Regularly meet with your dedicated Promise Scholar Program counselor  
  • Regularly participate in required Promise Scholars Program workshops, tutoring, and activities, as assigned.