CMC covers tuition for qualified students

The Colorado Mountain Promise

Colorado Mountain College believes every Coloradan deserves the opportunity to go to college. With the Colorado Mountain Promise, we will cover tuition for any Colorado resident whose family income is below $70,000. If you’re an independent student (typically over 24 years of age) we’ll cover your tuition if your household income is $50,000 or less.

Who’s eligible

  • Colorado resident
  • Has completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Colorado Application for State Financial Aid (CASFA) by the determination date for each semester
  • Dependent students (generally age 23 or less) must have a total family income of less than $70,000
  • Independent students (generally age 24 and up) must have a total family income of less than $50,000
  • Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
  • Students seeking a degree or certificate
  • Must be in good standing for  Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
  • Students that meet all criteria and are registered by the determination date, posted below

This program began Fall 2022.

How it works

This program uses a combination of federal, state and institutional funds to pay your tuition. Once programs like the Pell Grant or Colorado Student Grant are factored in, CMC will make up the difference.

Colorado Mountain Promise graphic
Graphic: A qualified dependent student whose annual family income is below $70,000 pays $0 Tuition Costs.
Graphic: A qualified independent student whose annual family income is below $50,000 pays $0 Tuition Costs.

Get started with the Colorado Mountain Promise

Complete your FAFSA or CASFA to get started. Here's how...

FAFSA

CASFA

Colorado Mountain Promise Determination Dates:

  • Fall 2025 semester
    • Preliminary Round: July 21, 2025, register for classes by midnight to be awarded on July 22, 2025 (before the Fall 2025 payment deadline).
    • Final Round: September 7, 2025, register for classes by midnight to be considered for the final round of funds to be awarded on September 8, 2025.
  • If you can't cover your entire CMC student account balance by the semester payment deadline, set up a payment plan

To be considered for The Colorado Mountain Promise, your FAFSA or CASFA must be official and complete by the Determination Dates listed above. This includes any follow-up requirements (including verification) that may be requested after your initial FAFSA or CASFA is processed.