Two Years of Free College for Class of 2021
The WVC Community Grant and Viking Promise provide 2021 high school graduates two years of free tuition and fees, plus additional funds that can be used for textbooks, transportation, or other expenses.
Benefits
| Year | Grant | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Community Grant | $1,000 per semester* | For tuition, textbooks, and transportation |
| 2 | Viking Promise | $1,000 per semester* | Eligible for successful Community Grant recipients |
*Amount may vary depending on state funding.
Eligibility Requirements
Students must be 2021 high school graduates from a California public, private, home school program, or equivalent.
- Complete the Welcome to West Valley College online pre-Orientation (which opens mid-April)
- Register for and attend one of the following Orientations:
- Early Admissions
- Athletic Orientation
- DESP On-to-College Orientation (for students with an IEP or 504)
- COUN 000A, COUNS 005, COUNS 12
- Meet with a counselor to create an Educational Plan
Current Recipients
Appeal Process
For students who did not meet eligibility requirements or have a special circumstance beyond their control.
The Appeal Process is currently closed and no longer taking submissions for the 2020-2021 academic year.