Modesto Junior College Promise
Modesto Junior College is participating in the California College Promise/AB 19 - Offering Free Tuition for two years.
QUESTION & ANSWERS
Who's eligible?
All first-time college students (including students who earned college units while still in high school) who meet the following criteria:
- Filed a FAFSA or CADAA every year
- Submit all documents on your " Document Request Notice"
- Must be a California resident or AB540 resident
- Enrolled in 12 or more units each semester at Modesto Junior College (see specified semester requirements below). Reduced unit requirement available for students meeting specific criteria
- Complete 12 units each semester
- Complete 12 or less college units prior to your first semester (excludes units earned through Dual Enrollment while enrolled in high school)
- Not eligible for California College Promise Grant (formerly Board of Governors Fee Waiver)
How can I apply?
The Student Financial Services Office will award students who meet eligibility criteria automatically. If you were not awarded, and believe you are eligible for the award, click on the academic term in the table below to submit a Modesto Junior College Promise Request Form.
Is this program free for all students?
Yes, this program is not awarded on the basis of financial need.
What is covered?
Type of Cost | Does Promise Cover |
Enrollment Fees ($46 per unit) | Yes |
Health Fee | No |
Rep Fee | No |
Center Fee | No |
Material Fees | No |
How will tuition be paid?
Students' fees will be waived once their eligibility is determined. No direct cash disbursements will occur.
Can students get their tuition waived if they take more than 12 units?
Yes
How long is this program good for?
The California College Promise is valid for the students' first two years. Students who qualified for the first year may qualify for a second year, as long as they meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and meet the eligibility requirements for the second year.
Please click here to view MJC Free Tuition Video!
Free Tuition Starting Summer 2023 Semester |
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Eligibility Criteria |
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Deadline to be Eligible |
August 19, 2023 |
Date Office Awarded |
Awards will be automatically processed on the following dates:
Reimbursement: If you paid your fees prior to receiving an award, you will receive a refund within 3-4 weeks after receiving an award. Remember to check your student Email for your CCP award on one of the dates listed above for your award notice! You will only receive 1 award notice for the year. |
Continued Eligibility |
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CCP Request Form |
If you meet the criteria above, and were not awarded, follow the instructions below:
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Account Credit |
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Free Tuition Starting Fall 2023 Semester |
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Eligibility Criteria |
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Deadline to be Eligible |
December 16, 2023 |
Date Office Awarded |
Awards will be automatically processed on the following dates:
Reimbursement: If you paid your fees prior to receiving an award, you will receive a refund within 3-4 weeks after receiving an award. Remember to check your student Email for your CCP award on one of the dates listed above for your award notice! You will only receive 1 award notice for the year. |
Continued Eligibility |
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CCP Request Form |
If you meet the criteria above and was not awarded, follow the instructions below:
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Account Credit |
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Free Tuition Starting Spring 2023 Semester |
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Eligibility Criteria |
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Deadline to be Eligible |
April 30, 2022 |
Date Office Awarded |
Awards will be automatically processed on the following dates:
Reimbursement: If you paid your fees prior to receiving an award, you will receive a refund within 3-4 weeks after receiving an award. Remember to check your student Email for your CCP award on one of the dates listed above for your award notice! You will only receive 1 award notice for the year. |
Continued Eligibility |
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CCP Request Form |
If you meet the criteria above, and were not awarded, follow the instructions below:
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Account Credit |
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