HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
We want you to become a Promise Scholar. Make sure you maintain a 3.0 GPA and 93% attendance.
The scholarship is waiting for you. It’s simple:
The scholarship is waiting for you. It’s simple:
FAFSA RESOURCES
In order to receive the Promise scholarship each year you will have to complete your FAFSA. Here is some key information about college financial aid and the FAFSA.
Click HERE for a video overview of the process.
Complete your FAFSA as soon as possible on or after Oct. 1st at the official government site: fafsa.gov
The deadline for submitting is February 15th for priority consideration for financial aid, but we highly recommend you submit it earlier. The earlier you submit your FAFSA, the more financial aid you may receive. Click HERE for all federal and state deadlines.
Click HERE to better understand types of aid.
Once you submit your FAFSA, within a week or so, you will get your Student Aid Report (SAR). Look over your SAR carefully to make sure you didn’t make a mistake on your FAFSA form.
FAFSA-Verification is the process your school uses to confirm that the data reported on your FAFSA form is accurate. If you're selected for verification, your school will request additional documentation that supports the information you reported.
Click HERE for a video overview of the process.
Complete your FAFSA as soon as possible on or after Oct. 1st at the official government site: fafsa.gov
The deadline for submitting is February 15th for priority consideration for financial aid, but we highly recommend you submit it earlier. The earlier you submit your FAFSA, the more financial aid you may receive. Click HERE for all federal and state deadlines.
Click HERE to better understand types of aid.
Once you submit your FAFSA, within a week or so, you will get your Student Aid Report (SAR). Look over your SAR carefully to make sure you didn’t make a mistake on your FAFSA form.
FAFSA-Verification is the process your school uses to confirm that the data reported on your FAFSA form is accurate. If you're selected for verification, your school will request additional documentation that supports the information you reported.
SCHOLARSHIP & FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES
Here are a few college scholarship websites that will direct you to scholarship opportunities. Each scholarship has its own requirements so read applications carefully. Warning: no legitimate scholarship will ask for money or require a fee.
COLLEGE PARTNERS
These colleges provide a scholarship match to Promise Scholars who are admitted to their school:
These colleges provide additional aid to Promise Scholars who are admitted to their school:
Here is a list of colleges our Promise Scholars have attended.
- University of Connecticut: Full match up to $5,000
- University of Chicago: Full match up to $5,000
- Eastern Connecticut State University: Full match up to $5,000
- Central Connecticut State University: Full match up to $5,000
- Quinnipiac University: Full match up to $5,000
- University of St. Joseph Connecticut: Full match up to $5,000
- College of the Holy Cross: Full match up to $5,000
- Goodwin College: Matching funds for certain majors
These colleges provide additional aid to Promise Scholars who are admitted to their school:
- University of Hartford: Free housing for all four years (valued at $20,000)
Here is a list of colleges our Promise Scholars have attended.
RESOURCES FOR IMMIGRANTS
We've got your back! Fellow immigrant and former Promise Scholar herself, Erna Alic put together an informative presentation for you and your families to navigate the college process. Click to access our High School immigrant resource and reach out directly with any questions!