AlamoPROMISE

The AlamoPROMISE eliminates financial barriers to higher education, making a college degree a reality.

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What is AlamoPROMISE?

AlamoPROMISE offers eligible graduating high school seniors in Bexar County the opportunity to attend one of the Alamo Colleges tuition-free.   

  • Covers completion of an associate degree for up to three consecutive years 
  • Tuition and fees will be fully covered by a combination of financial aid grants and/or scholarships 

 

Attend one of the Alamo Colleges tuition-free!

  • Northeast Lakeview College
  • Northwest Vista College
  • Palo Alto College
  • San Antonio College
  • St. Philip's College

How to Become a Promise Scholar

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1. Complete your admission application on Apply Texas and submit your application online to one of the Alamo Colleges: Northeast Lakeview, Northwest Vista, Palo Alto, St. Philip's, or San Antonio College.

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2. Complete your financial aid application through FAFSA or TASFA and complete any requirements needed to issue your financial aid award. Click here to view information about the new FAFSA application.

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3. Enroll in classes for Fall. Complete your enrollment steps, attend New Student Orientation, and register for classes in the Fall after you graduate.

Get More Information

Get answers to your questions by submitting a request for information form.

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Eligibility

AlamoPROMISE is open to high school seniors graduating from public, private, charter and home school programs in Bexar County. Students must graduate from high schools in Bexar County and/or live in Bexar County and be eligible to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) to become an AlamoPROMISE Scholar. 

View Eligibility Details

Get Started

To take free classes at one of the Alamo Colleges as an AlamoPROMISE Scholar, eligible graduating high school seniors in Bexar County need to complete their admission and financial aid applications and enroll the Fall after graduating.

Applications completed after the Feb. 28 priority date will be considered for the program on a space-available basis, and students are highly encouraged to complete their applications as soon as possible. Our teams will continue working with students seeking to enroll after the priority date to help throughout the enrollment process.

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What’s Next?

Once you complete the ApplyTexas and a financial aid application, your information will be reviewed to confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements for AlamoPROMISE. All updates will be sent to the contact information you provided on your ApplyTexas.

The AlamoPROMISE Advantage

  • $ 0
    MORE EARNED WITH ASSOCIATES DEGREES
  • $ 0
    SAVINGS ON TUITION
  • 0
    DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS TO CHOOSE FROM

AlamoPROMISE Student of the Month

ACD proudly recognizes AlamoPROMISE scholars who’ve overcome adversity to pursue their dreams.

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ACD From Promise to Purpose: Megan’s Journey to Confidence and Community at NVC

Daughter of a retired teacher, Megan Raymond knows the value of education but faced the same financial challenges that make college daunting for many students.
Read Megan's Story
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ACD From Challenges to Achievements: Kathryn’s Drive for a Brighter Future

As graduation neared, Kathryn Favila worried about college debt—until AlamoPROMISE opened the door to a debt-free education and a brighter future.
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ACD August 2025 - From Isolation to Inspiration: Edward’s Journey at St. Philip’s College

While attending CAST Tech High School as a Dual Credit student, Edward Boehm explored interests, including cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and (UX) website design. Although Edward excelled in these areas, the isolation he experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic helped him discover his desire to pursue a career focusing on connecting with others.
Read Edward's Story
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