Prospective Promise Students
Marauder Promise Students enjoy a number of benefits, including priority registration, peer based academic mentorship, academic workshops and more!
Program Benefits
- Free College for First 2 Years
- Priority Registration for Year 1 and Year 2
- Peer Based Academic Mentorship
- Community Engagement - Volunteer opportunities through the Marauders with a Cause platform
- Parking Permit/ Bus Pass - Parking permit includes ASO sticker; bus pass through Basic Needs application process
- Academic Workshops* - Opportunities throughout the semester to learn important academic skills and to connect with other students and mentors
- Professional Skills Workshops* - time management, resume writing, financial literacy, and more
- Outreach to any students identified to be struggling academically
Eligibility Requirements
Marauder Promise Requirements (Aid + Additional Support)
- Be a California resident or AB540 Eligible
- Be a first-time student in Fall 2025
- Complete FAFSA or CADAA
- Enroll in at least 12 units each full semester
- Complete each semester with a minimum 2.0 GPA and 66.67% SA
Marauder Promise Requirements (Aid Only)
- Summer Orientation (August 6 + Zoom options)
- Cohorts begin in Fall
- Attend 3 Promise Contacts per semester (1 can be offset)
- Attend 3 Promise Activities per semester (1 can be offset)
- 30 units in first academic year (including summer and intersession) for second year eligibility.
Apply Today
The application period for the Spring 2026 Marauder Promise program will open on October 20, 2025. Additional benefits include enrollment fee waivers, direct aid to students, grants to assist with basic needs and more!
Check back on Monday, October 20 for more information.