Arizona Promise Program

The Arizona Promise Program is a guaranteed scholarship that covers tuition, mandatory fees and program fees for eligible Arizona residents who qualify for the federal Pell Grant. The program applies at one of Arizona’s three public universities:

• Arizona State University (ASU)
• Northern Arizona University (NAU)
• University of Arizona (U of A)

The award is up to the actual cost of in-state tuition, mandatory fees and program fees after other financial aid is applied.

The program works as a “last-dollar” scholarship: it is applied after all other financial aid, such as the federal Pell Grant, and fills the remaining gap in tuition and fees. A student is eligible for Promise funding for up to eight academic semesters.¹

FAQ

Who is eligible for the Arizona Promise Program?

You must meet all of the following requirements:¹

1. Be an Arizona resident.
2. Graduate from an Arizona high school with a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) or higher.
3. Be admitted to ASU, NAU or the U of A by April 1 as a degree-seeking first-year student for the upcoming fall term.
4. File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit verification documents by April 1.
5. Be eligible for the federal Pell Grant.

You must enroll as a first-time, full-time, on-campus, degree-seeking student in the fall semester immediately following high school graduation. Some gaps in enrollment, such as for military service, may be allowed, so check with the universities. There is no age limit.¹

What does the Arizona Promise Program cover?

The program covers in-state tuition, mandatory fees and program fees, up to the actual cost after other financial aid. Housing, meal plans, parking and books are not covered.¹

How do I apply for the Arizona Promise Program?

There is no separate application. After you submit a university admission application and the FAFSA, you receive the funding automatically if you are eligible.¹

For priority consideration, file the FAFSA by April 1 of your senior year of high school.¹ If you have questions about the program, contact a representative at the university you plan to attend.