Current Promise Scholars
On Your Path
College is one of the most exciting times for a Promise scholar: You spend your days pursuing your dreams without worrying over rising tuition costs, student loans, or anything besides the path that leads to your future.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind
To maintain good standing :
You need to maintain a 2.0 grade point average,
Be a full-time student,
Work toward at least 12 credits per semester, and
Make regular progress toward a degree or certification as defined by Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) of their school.
Each semester, funds will be paid directly from the Promise to the student’s school, following the student’s completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
WMU, KVCC & K College Support Staff
Do you attend one of these institutions? We have dedicated staff at WMU, KVCC & K College to help with the transition, transfers, class scheduling, and more. Get connected below!
WMU Kalamazoo Promise Services
The Kalamazoo Promise Scholars Program seeks to serve all current and prospective Promise-eligible Western Michigan University students by addressing concerns in the areas of Education, Finances and Employment, Housing, Mental and Physical Health, Cultural Identity Formation, Supportive Relationships and Community Connections, and Life Skills for College and Career Success.
KVCC Kalamazoo Promise Services
Kalamazoo Promise Services offers student support to Kalamazoo Promise eligible students. Through a series of appointments students are assisted in successfully completing their academic goals at Kalamazoo Valley. Students can schedule recurring appointments to stay updated on their academic progress which can help ensure successful goal completion.
Connect with Kalamazoo College
Students attending Kalamazoo College can reach out to Dr. Wraegen Williams, the Kalamazoo Promise Liaison at Kalamazoo College for support in utilizing their Promise at Kalamazoo College. Click below to get started!
Order your Promise Graduation Stole!
Are you graduating from a post-secondary school this fall? Do you know a Promise Scholar who is? Order your Promise stole and show off your pride at your graduation!
Summer Classes and Transferring Schools
You can use your Promise to take classes during the summer!
We consider summer to be classes that start in the months of April through mid-August. The Promise will only pay for courses at one school over the course of the entire summer. Even if you take classes over multiple summer sessions, these must all be taken at the same school.
To take summer classes at the school you normally attend:
The Promise doesn’t require any additional paperwork
There is no full-time requirement for the summer
Complete any additional paperwork for your institution
KVCC: KVCC Summer Intent Form
WMU
The Summer II form will be available near the beginning of the semester on WMU’s Financial Aid website.
Look for: Summer II Undergraduate Financial Aid Application
For any other school, please contact their financial aid department directly to inquire about their specific requirements
To take summer classes at a different school than you normally attend:
Submit a Scholarship Acceptance Form for the new Promise eligible school, if you don’t already have one, by logging into your student account at portal.kalamazoopromise.com/login
There is no full-time requirement for the summer
Complete any additional paperwork for your institution
KVCC: KVCC Summer Intent Form
WMU
The Summer II form will be available near the beginning of the semester on WMU’s Financial Aid website. Look for: Summer II Undergraduate Financial Aid Application
For any other school, please contact their financial aid department directly to inquire about their specific requirements
Transfer Scholarship Acceptance
A transfer request scholarship acceptance form (SAF) is required in order to move your Promise Scholarship from your current school of choice. Your scholarship can be moved from one Promise eligible school to another as long as you are eligible and your scholarship is not in a suspension status.
You can see your Promise status by logging into your student account.
