Join the Dallas County Promise

Helping students find their best-fit path after high school. Supporting success in college, career, and life. Eligible Promise Scholars may also receive a last-dollar tuition grant to reduce financial barriers at partner colleges and universities.

Why Promise

The Dallas County Promise Program supports students in navigating their best-fit postsecondary options with the ultimate goal for students to be successful in college, career, and life. Promise Scholars can be offered a last-dollar tuition grant to help reduce financial barriers present in accessing a postsecondary education at partner colleges and universities.

How it works

Your Roadmap to Success

Follow these simple steps to secure your tuition-free college education and achieve your academic goals.

Step 01

Complete the Promise Path

Due February 4, 2025

Step 02

Apply to Partner Colleges

Apply by partner deadline

Step 03

Submit Financial Documents

Submit financial aid by partner deadline

Step 04

Register for Fall Courses

Submit all required docs (SAT, ACT, TSI, Meningitis, and any other documents)

Success Stories

Promise Scholars' Success

Discover how Promise Scholars are achieving their dreams and making an impact.

Eligibility & Deadlines

Open to Participating Promise Campuses

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Application Deadline

1/15/2026

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    Application Deadline

    3/1/2026

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      Application Deadline

      4/1/2026

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        Application Deadline

        7/1/2026

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          Application Deadline

          8/1/2026

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            Financial Aid Deadline

            1/15/2026

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              Financial Aid Deadline

              3/1/2026

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                Financial Aid Deadline

                2/15/2026

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                  Financial Aid Deadline

                  4/1/2026

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                    Financial Aid Deadline

                    7/1/2026

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                      Path Form Deadline

                      2/4/2026

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                        Fall 2026 Registration Deadline

                        8/5/2026

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                          Fall 2026 Registration Deadline

                          8/19/2026

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                            2025-2026 DIRECT ENTRY OFFER

                            By Application Deadline

                            REFERENCE GUIDE

                            Promise Tuition Grant funding does not cover additional fees or the cost of books, supplies, transportation, or housing. **Based on date of admission and funding availability.

                            For more information, visit our website! https://dallascountypromise.org/partners

                            — FOR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA AND/OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE GRADUATES

                            — ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRST-YEAR COLLEGE STUDANTS

                            Students must have complete admission and financial aid files

                            PARTNER COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

                            ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION DEADLINE

                            FAMILY INCOME LIMIT (2024 AGI)

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                            Pending
                            Pending
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                            January 15, 2026
                            $85,000 AND SAI 6514
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                            January 15, 2026
                            $85,000
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                            January 15, 2026
                            $100,000
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                            March 1, 2026
                            $100,000
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                            March 1, 2026
                            $85,000
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                            March 1, 2026
                            $85,000
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                            April 1,2026
                            $85,000
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                            July 1,2026
                            $75,000
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                            Financial Aid Application: February 15, 2026 Admissions Application: August 1, 2026
                            Pell eligible or TASFA aquivalent or Family AGI of less than $65,000

                            Resources and support

                            Essential Resources

                            Explore a variety of tools, guides, and FAQs to support you every step of the way, from application to graduation

                            Take the Next Step Today

                            Join the Dallas County Promise, and unlock your future.

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