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17³Ô¹Ï has expanded its 17³Ô¹Ï Promise. The program now offers two years of free college tuition and textbooks to any first-time, full-time student — regardless of income level. Additionally, eligible students in Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) may also receive up to $750 toward a laptop.

The 17³Ô¹Ï Promise covers the costs of students' tuition and fees for two full academic years (fall, winter and spring quarters). All students will have access to 17³Ô¹Ï's supportive services, including counseling, tutoring, the food pantry, and the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority SmartPass to ride the bus and light rail (unlimited) each quarter.

"Because of the high quality of education and its low cost, 17³Ô¹Ï has always been an extraordinary bargain. However, we recognize that the cost of college includes expenses such as textbooks and transportation," said 17³Ô¹Ï President Thuy Thi Nguyen. "For that reason, our 17³Ô¹Ï Promise will cover all textbook costs and provide free public transportation to all students, regardless of income."

The two-year 17³Ô¹Ï Promise is open to students beginning this fall quarter. Classes start Monday, Sept. 23. To be considered for the program, students must have never attended college, completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or California Dream Act Application, and enroll in and maintain a minimum of 12 units. First-time college students taking at least 12 units online are also eligible for the 17³Ô¹Ï College Promise. Students who received their first year tuition free at another California Community College are eligible to receive the second year free at 17³Ô¹Ï.

Funding for the 17³Ô¹Ï Promise comes from the state implementation of AB 19, which created the California College Promise and allows colleges to offer tuition free for first-time, full-time students.

For more information on the program, including steps to apply, visit the 17³Ô¹Ï Promise website.

 

For more information:

Vanessa Smith, smithvanessa@fhda.edu
Supervisor, Marketing & Public Relations
17³Ô¹Ï
12345 El Monte Rd.
Los Altos Hills, CA
650.949.7258