How much funding does Nevada Promise Scholarship provide?

Nevada Promise Scholarship provides Up to three years of registration fees and mandatory fees in funding.

When is the deadline for Nevada Promise Scholarship?

The deadline is October 31, 2026.

Nevada Promise Scholarship

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Funding Amount

Up to three years of registration fees and mandatory fees

Deadline

October 31, 2026

183 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Nevada Promise Scholarship

Overview: A unique scholarship established by the Nevada Legislature for Nevada high school graduates to attend community college. Functions as a last-dollar scholarship covering up to three years of educational costs.

Geographic Scope: Nevada (must be classified as Nevada resident for tuition purposes)

Eligibility:

High school graduate from class of 2026 (or continuing eligible participant from class of 2023 or later)

Nevada resident for tuition purposes

Earned one of the following during high school senior year:

- High school diploma from public or private high school in Nevada
- High school diploma from public high school in Nevada-bordering county that accepts Nevada residents
- GED or equivalent before age 20, no later than June 15
- Homeschooled students: GED, HiSET, or TASC by June 15

Have NOT earned a prior associate or bachelor's degree

Enrolled in minimum 12 semester credit hours in associate degree, bachelor's degree, or certificate of achievement program

What They Cover:

Per Credit Fee

Student Association Fee

Technology Fee

Health and Sports Complex Fee

Academic Success Fee

Registration fees and mandatory fees during Fall, Winter, and Spring semesters

Funding Contingencies:

Awards contingent on available funding

Priority 1: Students who received award in previous years (first-come, first-served by FAFSA completion date)

Priority 2: First-time recipients (first-come, first-served by FAFSA completion date)

Special Circumstances:

Leave of Absence available for up to four years under certain circumstances

Appeal process available for students who lost eligibility or cannot meet requirements due to factors beyond their control

Accommodations for students with documented disabilities

Contact Information:

Address: TMCC Nevada Promise Scholarship, 7000 Dandini Boulevard, RDMT 315, Reno, Nevada 89512-3999

Phone: 775-673-8236

Fax: 775-674-7939

How to Apply

Application Steps

All steps are mandatory. Failure to complete requirements by deadlines results in loss of scholarship eligibility.

1. Complete Nevada Promise Scholarship Application
- Deadline: October 31 (midnight)
- For Class of 2026 students
- Online application submission

2. Complete TMCC Application for Admission
- Must select upcoming Fall Application for Admission
- Must be degree-seeking to qualify for financial assistance
- Contact: Admissions and Records

3. Complete Nevada Promise Program Training
- Deadline: March 1
- Required to maintain scholarship

4. File 2026-27 FAFSA
- Deadline: April 1
- All Nevada Promise applicants required
- If not FAFSA-eligible, submit Non-FAFSA Filer Declaration by April 1

5. Explore Placement Options
- Submit ACT or SAT scores (less than 2 years old)
- Use qualifying high school GPA
- Submit AP scores
- Or use alternate pathways with high school coursework
- Submit official copies to Admissions and Records

6. Complete New Student Orientation
- Access via WebCollege Canvas using TMCC username and password
- Required orientation covering resources and services

7. Complete and Report Community Service Hours
- Deadline: May 1
- Minimum 8 hours required
- Report completion to program office

8. Meet with Assigned Mentor
- Deadline: July 1
- Minimum one meeting required
- TMCC Nevada Promise Office assigns mentor after community service verification

9. Complete Financial Aid File (To-Do List)
- Deadline: July 1
- Check MyTMCC account for required documentation
- Submit all requirements to Financial Aid Office

10. Register for Classes
- Deadline: July 1
- Register for minimum 12 credits required for certificate/degree program
- Fall semester registration
- Complete through MyTMCC using TMCC username and password

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