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Program Eligibility:

PSP is open to all prospective students who are:

• Able to commit to full-time study (12 units or more, per semester) for the duration of the program
• a first-time college student or a student who has not earned a college degree AND who has earned 15 units or less at SMCCCD (dual-enrollment units and Middle College units are not included in this limit)
• seeking a degree or certificate from Skyline College
• a resident of California, or have attended a California state high school, GED, or adult continuation program

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Program Expectations:

Scholars in the Promise Scholars Program must agree to:

• Enroll full-time each semester (minimum 12 units) for the duration of the program (summer session enrollment highly encouraged, and may be required for students who do not complete all coursework taken in their fall and spring semesters)
• Maintain academic progress and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Declare a major within their first year at Skyline College
• Complete a comprehensive Student Educational Plan (SEP) in their first year at Skyline College.
• Regularly meet with their dedicated Promise Scholar Program counselor, based on semesterly requirements
• Regularly participate in Promise Scholars Program workshops, tutoring, and activities, as assigned
• Complete their financial aid application, annually

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Program Benefits:

• Financial Support: Fee waivers (tuition), book vouchers (up to $750 annually), and incentives.
• Personalized Counseling: Dedicated counselors who work very closely with students to support their academic, transfer, career and personal goals. 
• Community Events and Workshops: Group events and workshops to help students navigate our college system, prepare for their next step after Skyline, and provide a friendly “home” on campus.
• Academic Support: priority enrollment every semester and blocked courses to ensure students have access to their preferred course schedules. 

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Program Application Process: 

In order to apply for the Promise Scholars Program (PSP) at Skyline College you must complete the following steps:

• STEP 1: Apply as a new student at Skyline College
• STEP 2: Submit your Promise Scholars Scholarship Application
  • Login to your WebSMART account. The Promise Scholars Program application can be found in your WebSMART "Student" tab under the label "District Promise Application."
  • It is a simple application process that mainly helps the college to determine your eligibility. It should take no more than a couple of minutes to complete.  
• STEP 3: Complete FAFSA or DREAM Act Application.
  • Please note that you will not be accepted into the program until our Office of Financial Aid verifies that you have completed all parts of your FAFSA or Dream Application. This step is a requirement of the program and must be completed prior to onboarding into the program.
  • We highly encourage students to complete their financial aid applications as soon as possible in order to be considered for the program.
• STEP 4: Meet with the Promise Scholars Program Team and Finalize Your Spot.
  • After you complete and submit your Promise Scholars Program application, you will receive an email to your SMCCD or personal email account which will outline all the necessary steps and actions you will need to take in order to finalize your acceptance into the program. This will include an assessment, meeting with a Promise Scholars Program counselor, and attending an orientation.
• STEP 5:  Complete all summer onboarding activities
  • This includes full-time registration and the Promise Scholars Summer Institute.

Questions?

If you run into problems with your application, please reach out to us by email at skylinepromise@my.smccd.edu.  In the email, provide your full name, G# (student ID), and a little context regarding the problem you're experiencing with the application. We will work with you to resolve any issues and help you get the application submitted. 

What next?

Once submitted, the only additional item you'll need to make sure you complete right away is your financial aid application. The Promise Scholars Program cannot admit students who have an incomplete financial aid application on file, so it is critical to make sure your financial aid application is completed early on, and that you've listed Skyline College (school code: 007713) as a recipient of your FAFSA/California Dream Act application.

It often takes 2-3 weeks for financial aid applications to process, so completing the application as early as possible is important.  

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Program Selection Process:

Applications for Fall Semester are open February 1 - September 1.

Applications for Spring Semester are open September 2 - January 20.

Students in the Fall Cohort are admitted in rounds (see timeline below):

Fall Rounds	Date of Selection	You will receive email communication about your status by:
1	April 15	By end of April
2	May 15	By end of May
3	June 15	By end of June
4	July 15	by end of July
Rolling Admissions	As space allows

 

Students in the Spring Cohort are admitted in rounds (see timeline below):

Spring Rounds	Date of Selection	You will receive email communication about your status by:
1	November 15	By the end of November
2	Third week of January	Prior to February 1

Once selected, Scholars will need to:

1. Confirm your interest in the program and secure your seat in the cohort by completing an onboarding process. This process includes attending a New Scholar Onboarding/Information Session, completing an onboarding survey, and signing a commitment form with the program.
2. Attend a short Promise Scholars Summer/Spring Institute (PSSI), which typically takes place approximately a week prior to the start of the semester.  Once selected for the program, Scholars will receive additional details about PSSI and summer onboarding steps. 

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