AlamoPROMISE to UTSA Bold Promise
The AlamoPROMISE to UTSA Bold Promise is a tuition promise program that aims to make college more accessible and affordable to AlamoPROMISE students who transfer to UTSA and meet certain eligibility criteria. Qualifying students will have their tuition and mandatory fees covered 100% for four fall and spring semesters within a 2-year time period, as long as students maintain eligibility.
How does it work?
Students do not have to apply separately for this program. Bold Promise is automatically awarded to qualified Texas residents who meet the program qualifications. Tuition and mandatory fees are covered by scholarships, grants and tuition exemptions from federal, state and institutional funds.
** Students who meet all eligibility criteria will be covered by Bold Promise up to the available unmet financial need. For an explanation of unmet need please refer to our FAQs section**
Students will not see a fund called “Bold Promise” on their financial aid offer, but a combination of funding awarded that covers tuition and mandatory fees. Note: Bold Promise does not cover books, housing or meal plan. However, students will have other aid offered to help with these expenses.
How do I qualify?
Students must have successfully completed the AlamoPROMISE Program and meet the following qualifications:
Have a family income up to $70,000.*
Submit a FAFSA/TASFA by May 1 (admitted for Fall) or November 1 (admitted for Spring)
Minimum GPA of 3.2
Complete an Associate’s Degree and enroll at UTSA the following fall or spring semester
Enroll at UTSA full-time (12 hours or more) for fall or spring semester
Note: Students in an online only program are ineligible for Bold Promise.
*Students must have financial need. Family income information will be determined from the FAFSA/TASFA.
Continuing Eligibility
To continue to receive the Bold Promise, students must meet the following eligibility qualifications.
- Submit a FAFSA or TASFA by January 15 each year
- Maintain a 2.5 GPA
- Enroll full-time (12 credit hours or more) each fall and spring semester to complete a minimum of 24 hours
- Remain in good academic standing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bold Promise?
The Alamo Promise to UTSA Bold Promise is a tuition promise program that aims to make college more accessible and affordable to Alamo Promise students who transfer to UTSA and meet certain eligibility criteria. Qualifying students will have their tuition and mandatory fees covered 100% for four fall and spring semesters within a 2-year time period (approx. $22,000 value across two years), as long as students maintain eligibility. Tuition is covered by scholarships, grants and tuition exemptions from federal, state and institutional funds.
How does Bold Promise Work?
For eligible students, UTSA will use sources such as scholarships, grants or tuition exemptions that come from the federal, state and institutional levels to cover tuition.
How long can a student participate in this program?
Students who qualify for the Bold Promise will have their tuition covered for a maximum of 4 fall and spring semesters – 2 consecutive years of enrollment.
When did this program start?
This program began for AlamoPROMISE students entering UTSA in the Fall of 2022.
Who is eligible?
Students who meet the following qualifications:
- Have a family income up to $70,000*
- Complete an Associate’s Degree and enroll at UTSA the semester immediately following graduation (fall/spring)
- Submit a FAFSA/TASFA by May 1 (admitted for Fall) or November 1 (admitted for Spring)
- Have a GPA of 3.2
- Enroll at UTSA full-time (12 hours or more) for fall or spring semester
Note: Students in an online only program are ineligible for Bold Promise.
*Students must have financial need. Family income information will be determined from the FAFSA/TASFA.
How do I apply?
Students are automatically considered if they have successfully completed the AlamoPROMISE program who meet the program qualifications. There is no additional application for UTSA’s Bold Promise aside from submitting the FAFSA or TASFA.
**Please note that if a student is selected for verification and the family income changes after validating tax information, this could impact eligibility for the Bold Promise.
Does a student working on a second bachelor’s degree qualify?
The Bold Promise is for AlamoPROMISE transfers seeking their first undergraduate degree.
Does Bold Promise apply to graduate/professional programs?
The Bold Promise is for AlamoPROMISE transfers seeking their first undergraduate degree.
Does Bold Promise cover part-time enrollment?
To have tuition covered, students must maintain full-time enrollment (12 or more credit hours).
Are these awards renewable?
Yes. As they are renewable for up to 2 years in the fall and spring semesters for full-time students in order to support timely graduation. To renew eligibility, you must enroll full-time in fall and spring, submit a FAFSA or TASFA by January 15 each year, maintain a 2.5 UTSA GPA and successfully complete a minimum of 24 hours.
Can Bold Promise be applied toward summer enrollment periods?
The Bold Promise covers tuition for fall and spring semesters only.
How can I get assistance with paying for my housing and meal plan expenses?
When you file your FAFSA you will have the opportunity to many forms of aid including potential for works-study and federal direct student loans.
Can Bold Promise be used for study-abroad programs?
Bold Promise is to be used to cover UTSA tuition and mandatory fees.
Can my Bold Promise status change?
Yes, changes caused by verification may affect eligibility for Bold Promise and other financial aid awards.
How much financial assistance will I receive with Bold Promise?
Yes. For eligible students with a family income of $70,000 or less, tuition and mandatory fees will be covered through scholarships, grants and tuition exemptions from federal, state and institutional funds. A student’s Student Aid Index (SAI), as determined by the US Department of Education, is included in the Bold Promise calculation and may impact the award amount. A student’s SAI has the ability to reduce Financial Need. For an explanation of Financial Need please refer to our FAQ’s under the question, ‘What is Financial Need?’.
What is financial need?
Financial Need is the difference between the cost of attendance (COA) and the Student Aid Index (SAI). (Financial Need = COA – SAI).
What is unmet financial need?
Unmet Financial Need, sometimes referred to as a gap, is the difference between Financial Need and the student’s need-based financial aid awards.
(Unmet Financial Need = Financial Need – Financial Aid).