The three purposes of the

RI Promise

legislation are:





How do I sign up?

Who is eligible?

RI Promise

Manual

What if I already paid part or all of my tuition and fees, and then qualify for Rhode Island Promise?

What if I received a Tam Tran Scholarship?



How do I maintain the scholarship for two years?

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In August 2017, the State of Rhode Island created the Rhode Island Promise Scholarship (RI Promise) program.1) To encourage more young people to develop their talents through higher education;2) To improve the Rhode Island economy by increasing the education and skills levels of the Rhode Island workforce;3) To ensure the future prosperity of the state by extending the opportunity to receive a free public education beyond high school and into college.Through the RI Promise program, eligible students are able to attend the Community College of Rhode Island for up to two years free of tuition and mandatory student fees. The RI Promise legislation is subject to renewal, revision, and/or amendment following its expiration in 2020.1. Apply to CCRI 2. Complete the FAFSA . Undocumented studentsform, and we strongly encourage you to do so.3. Submit your official high school or GED® transcript.4. To receive one-on-one support, be sure to attend any scheduledevents. With any question, you can also contact Robert Giovino , Associate Dean of Admissions at CCRI.If you have any questions about the FAFSA, don’t hesitate to contactor call the Rhode Island Educational Opportunities Center (RIEOC): 401-455-6028.You may also contact CCRI Admissions if you have any problems obtaining your transcripts: webadmission@ccri.edu or 401-825-2003.• Rhode Island residents.• 2018 high school graduates (public, private or homeschooled) or GED® recipients younger than 19 years old.— According to the CCRI, “non-citizens may qualify for a RI Promise scholarship if they meet the criteria articulated in the OPC Residency Policy. US citizens and permanent residents who have been classified as non-residents for tuition based on their application to CCRI may complete the CCRI Application for In-State Residency." Please contact), Associate Director of Admissions at CCRI, if you need more assistance.Students who pay for tuition, and then receive Rhode Island Promise, will be refunded once the Rhode Island Promise scholarships are officially disbursed. These refunds are scheduled to begin on Oct. 10.will be able to use their award funds to purchase books. Contact us after you register at CCRI and we will arrange for you to use your funds at the CCRI bookstore.• Enroll both fall and spring semester for two years.• Enroll full time (we strongly encourage registering for 15 credits).• Maintain at least a 2.5 GPA.Read and downloadfor more answers to your questions about RI Promise. You can also find more from CCRI, here: