Comet Promise Program

The Comet Promise Program helps eligible students pay for their education by covering the cost of tuition when federal grants fall short.  This program is intended to remove economic barriers and to provide a pathway for Coconino Community College students to complete their certificate and/or degree. 

Base Eligibility (Comet Promise)

• Must be a resident of Coconino County; and,
• Must have graduated from a Coconino County high school or equivalent (e.g., Home School, GED,); and,
• Must enroll in six or more credits as a first-time certificate or degree-seeking student; and,
• Must be awarded any amount of Federal Pell Grant (determined by the FAFSA form) OR;
  • Be a qualifying non-citizen student (documented or Dreamer status) OR;
  • Have parents who are unable to sign a FAFSA form (must submit additional documentation required by the CCC Financial Aid Office); AND,
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by the CCC Financial Aid Office while attending CCC.

Priority Consideration (AZCC Promise Requirement – ARS §15-1705)

If there are more eligible students than available Promise funds, CCC will give priority to students who:

• Are first-generation college students or have significant financial need
• Contribute to their communities through public service or civic activities
• Come from rural/remote parts of Coconino County or are representative of an underserved or underrepresented student group.

How to Apply

• Apply for admission at CCC
• Complete the FAFSA form or
  • If you are a student who is a qualified non-citizen student (undocumented and Dreamer status), complete the Comet Promise form
  • If your parents are unable to sign the FAFSA, complete the Comet Promise form
• Contact an Academic Advisor (recommended)
• Register for at least 6 credit hours