Students

Education opens minds and possibilities.
The Red River Promise Program increases access to education for ALL students.

Secure Your Future

BECOME A PROMISE SCHOLAR

Different students require different pathways, and we want to help you find your best fit. Need help figuring out the best pathway for you? Explore our pathways at NCTC.

Students who fulfill all Promise requirements receive guidance to help them transition from high school to college. Once you’re enrolled, success coaches, academic advisors and faculty will continuously support you and keep you on track as you earn your certificate or degree.

The Red River Promise Program covers tuition and fees through a combination of grants and scholarships. Be sure to complete all steps below by the deadlines to remain eligible.

Eligibility

AM I ELIGIBLE?

The Red River Promise Pledge opens for graduating high school seniors on:  September 1

Please note, students must have the following to participate:

Program Requirements:

  • Graduating from a partnering Promise high school

  • 10 hours of community service during your junior year in high school

Academic Achievement:

  • Actively working towards college readiness per Texas state standards

  • Must graduate high school on time within the academic year

Persistence:

  • Progress on time through high school

  • Enroll in college for immediate fall semester following high school graduation

Become a Promise Scholar in 3 Easy Steps…

Pledge

Submit your pledge to open your possibilities with the Red River Promise Program by
February 1st

Apply

Apply to the Promise partner college or university of your choice and submit your TASFA/ FAFSA and community service form by
April 1st

Register

Register for courses for the Fall 2023 semester by
July 31st

* Promise partner colleges and universities may have additional requirements and application deadlines

Events & Deadlines

Important Dates

Keep track of these important events and deadlines for 2024-2025

2025-2026 dates coming soon!

September 1

Pledge Opens

Complete your pledge here.

February 15

Deadline for UNT

Admissions application and financial aid deadline for:
University of North Texas (UNT)

  • Complete UNT application

  • Complete FAFSA

April 1

Deadline for UTA, SOSU, and UNTD

Admissions application and financial aid deadline for:

University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)

Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SOSU)

University of North Texas at Dallas (UNTD)

December 1

FAFSA Applications opens

For priority consideration, submit your application by Jan. 15, 2023. Additional forms may be required. Private and two-year institutions may have different deadlines. Check with your financial aid administrator.

March 1

Deadline for MSU, TAMUC, and TWU

Admissions application and financial aid deadline for:

Midwestern State University (MSU)

Texas A&M – Commerce (TAMUC)

Texas Woman’s University (TWU)

April 1

Red River Promise Deadline

Seniors submit:

College Application

FAFSA

Scholarship – NCTC specific

Juniors submit:

10 hours of community service

February 1

Pledge Closes

Complete your pledge here.

March 15

Deadline for TTU

Admissions application and Financial Aid Deadline for

Texas Tech University (TTU):

April 15

Deadline for WTAMU

Admissions application and financial aid deadline for:

West Texas A&M University (WTAMU)

Participating High Schools

  • Bowie High School

  • Forestburg High School

  • Gold-Burg High School

  • Callisburg High School

  • Era High School

  • Gainesville High School

  • Graham High School

  • Sacred Heart Catholic School

  • Lindsay High School

  • Muenster High School

  • Valley View High School

  • Nocona High School

  • Prairie View High School

  • Saint Jo High School

Education for ALL Students

Red River Promise is a collaboration between school districts, colleges, industry and community, committed to improving access to education and strengthening the local workforce.

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