Comet Promise Program

Coconino Community College believes cost shouldn’t stand in the way of your education. That’s why we created Comet Promise, a tuition support program designed to make college accessible for more students in Coconino County. If you qualify, CCC will cover any remaining tuition after other financial aid is applied, so you can focus on your goals without worrying about cost.

Unlike most Promise programs that require full-time enrollment, CCC extends this opportunity to part-time students taking six or more credits per semester. Whether you’re starting fresh, returning to finish your degree, or balancing work and family, there’s a place for you at CCC.

To qualify, students must meet all eligibility requirements unless an exception is noted.

• Lived in Coconino County for at least 12 months before the semester begins, OR
• Graduated from a Coconino County high school, homeschool program or earned a GED/HSE while living in Coconino County.

Note: Tuition classification may still show “out-of-county,” but you may still qualify.

Students must submit one of the following:

• FAFSA for the academic year, OR
• CCC Alternative Aid Application (for students unable to complete FAFSA)

Students qualify through income-based eligibility or as automatic qualifiers.

Income-based:

• Household income equal to or under $65,000
• Pell not received or does not fully cover tuition

Automatic Qualifiers (income not required):

• Proposition 308 eligible students (DREAMers)
• Students with parental refusal to sign FAFSA (with documentation)
• Former foster youth (up to age 26)
• Students experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity
• Honorably discharged veterans using VA education benefits
• Students approved for dependency overrides or hardship circumstances

• Must be enrolled in 6+ credits per semester
• Must be degree- or certificate-seeking

Students must meet CCC’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards.

The Comet Promise is a last-dollar award:

1. Other aid (Pell, grants, scholarships) applies first.
2. Comet Promise covers remaining tuition costs.

Awards are limited to four semesters and depend on available funding each year.

1. Complete your application online on our Apply Now Page
2. Complete the FAFSA or CCC Alternative Aid Application
3. Select a certificate or degree program
4. Enroll in at least 6 college credits
5. Monitor your CCC email for updates

Financial Aid & Veterans Services:

1. Verifies eligibility
2. Awards funds
3. Monitors SAP