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 to Marauder Promise Program
Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2026 semester.