The Promise at LAVC
Questions & Answers
Please see below for answers to your most frequently asked questions about the Promise at Los Angeles Valley College:
Who is eligible for the Promise at Los Angeles Valley College?
Students may be eligible for the Promise Program if they meet the following criteria:
First-Time College Students
- Graduated from high school or the equivalent (regardless of graduation year)
- Are California residents or non-residents eligible for in-state tuition under AB 540
- Have not completed any college credit, except for college courses taken while in high school
Returning Community College Students
- Have not enrolled in any college classes during the last two semesters
- Have never attended a four-year university or college
- Have not earned a degree or certificate (e.g., AA, BA, certificate programs)
- Must be in good academic standing or have earned at least a 2.00 GPA from previous community college coursework
- Must not have earned more than 50 credit units
Does the Promise at Los Angeles Valley College cover fees for summer or winter classes?
No.The Promise at Los Angeles Valley College covers course fees for the fall and spring semesters only.
Does the Promise at Los Angeles Valley College cover the health and student representative fees?
Yes. The Promise at Los Angeles Valley College covers the $19 health and $2 student representative fees for the fall and spring semesters.
Does the Promise at Los Angeles Valley College cover the Associated Student Organization (ASO) membership fee?
No. All students are responsible for the Associated Student Union (ASU/ASO) membership fee.
What happens if I do not maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in my first semester?
To remain eligible for Promise benefits, students must:
- Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA
- Enroll in at least 12 units during both the fall and spring semesters, unless they have an approved accommodation for a reduced course load from Services for Students with Disabilities
Appeal Process
- Students who start in the fall semester and drop below a 2.0 GPA or 12 units during their first semester may submit an appeal to retain their Promise status for the second semester.
- Students who start in the spring semester and do not meet the GPA or unit requirement are not eligible for an appeal.
Whom should I contact for more information about the Promise at Los Angeles Valley College?
For more information, contact Cynthia Lopez at @email or 818-778-5561.