Enroll in College With Your Child – for Free
If you’re a parent or guardian of a high school senior from a Dallas County Promise school, you may be eligible to earn a certificate or associate degree at no cost to you!
The Dallas County Parent Promise scholarship program covers any gap between state and federal aid at Dallas College to make sure your tuition is fully covered. Family income limits may apply.
Choose from 100+ degree or certificate programs, including GED and ESL.
Contact Us (Se Habla Español): ParentPromise@DallasCollege.edu
“With the utmost sincerity, I would recommend any parent, no matter the age, to participate in the Dallas Parent Promise program. The program was completely free, and I was able to complete my degrees that I started over 10 years ago. The best part is that you have your children right alongside of you to encourage you and help you through some of the courses.”
New Parent Promise Students: Eligibility and How to Apply
- Do you have a student who will be graduating from a Promise High School?
- Is your family's annual Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) less than $75,000?
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Submit the Parent Promise Path Form by July 1, 2025
Check your email for a message from ParentPromise@DallasCollege.edu, which will include a link to the Parent Path Form. If you can’t find the message or need help, email ParentPromise@DallasCollege.edu.
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Apply to Dallas College by July 1, 2025
Complete the Dallas College application.
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Apply for Financial Aid by July 1, 2025
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Register for classes by Aug. 20, 2025
Visit your nearest campus to meet with a success coach to register for classes and complete the enrollment steps.
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Attend Parent Promise Orientation
Summer 2025 (TBA)
Attend mandatory virtual orientation or in-person orientation. Details to come.
The Path Form and applications will open after Sept. 1, 2025, for parents of class of 2026 high school graduates.
View the requirements for staying Promise eligible at Dallas College.