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:
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Graduating from a partnering Promise high school
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10 hours of community service during your junior year in high school
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT:
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Actively working towards college readiness per Texas state standards
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Must graduate high school on time within the academic year
PERSISTENCE:
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Progress on time through high school
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Enroll in college for immediate fall semester following high school graduation
How to Participate in the Red River Promise Program
Submit your pledge to open your possibilities with the Red River Promise Program by
February 1st
Apply to the Promise partner college or university of your choice and submit your TASFA/ FAFSA and community service form by
April 1st
Register for courses for the Fall 2023 semester by
July 31st
* Promise partner colleges and universities may have additional requirements and application deadlines
VIEW OUR CALENDAR TO STAY UP TO DATE ON IMPORTANT DEADLINES
Important Dates
Pledge Opens
Complete your pledge here.
FAFSA Applications opens
For priority consideration submit your application by January 15, 2026. Additional forms my be required. Check with your intended institution for deadlines to submit for eligibility.
Deadline for TTU, UNT, MSU (FAFSA)
Admissions application and Financial Aid deadline for:
Texas Tech University (TTU)
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Complete application
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Complete FAFSA
University of North Texas (UNT)
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Complete application
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Complete FAFSA
Financial Aid deadline for:
Midwestern State University (MSU)
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Complete FAFSA
Priority Date for TWU (FAFSA)
Financial Aid deadline for:
Texas Woman’s University (TWU)
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Complete FAFSA
Pledge Closes
Complete your pledge here.
Deadline for ETAMU, MSU (admissions), UNTD, UTA
Admissions application and Financial Aid deadline for:
East Texas A&M University (ETAMU)
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Complete application
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Complete FAFSA
University of North Texas at Dallas (UNTD)
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Complete application
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Complete FAFSA
University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)
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Complete application
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Complete FAFSA
Admissions application deadline for:
Midwestern State University
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Complete application
Red River Promise Deadline
Seniors submit:
Juniors submit:
Deadline for SOSU
Admissions application and financial aid deadline for:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SOSU)
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Complete application
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Complete FAFSA
Deadline for WTAMU
Admissions application and financial aid deadline for:
West Texas A&M University (WTAMU)
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Complete application
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Complete FAFSA
Deadline for TWU (admissions)
Admissions application deadline for:
Texas Woman’s University (TWU)
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Complete application
Financial Aid
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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