Welcome to the Promise Plus!
The pandemic dealt huge setbacks to many in our community. Allan Hancock College offers a path back to stability.
It is called the Promise Plus.
The Promise Plus provides financial access to higher education at Allan Hancock College for all students who complete the Promise Plus steps, regardless of residency. The purpose? To support our students and invest in our community. On average, Allan Hancock College graduates earn an additional $9,200 per year upon completing their degrees. They are also more likely to engage in positive civic activity and less likely to need public assistance.
Qualified students can attend Hancock tuition- and fee-free over the course of the 2022-23 academic year (summer 2022 through Spring 2023). The Promise Plus is available to any first-time, continuing, returning, transfer, and international students - regardless of residency.
For updates on COVID-19 protocols for the academic year at Hancock, visit the college's COVID-19 webpage.
The last semester the Promise Plus will be available is spring 2023. All Promise Plus requirements must be completed by Friday, April 14, 2023.
Steps to the Promise Plus
The steps below will set you up for success at AHC. Want more information? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions.
This step is only required for new or returning students. Continuing students do not need to apply again.
How to Apply for Admission
By clicking on the "Apply for Admission" link, you will be directed to the California Community College Online Application. It is important that you complete BOTH steps:
Step 1: Create a CCCApply account and receive a CCCID, and
Step 2: Complete the application for admission for Allan Hancock College.
After completing the application for admission, an email will be sent to the address provided on your application which will include your AHC myHancock log-in information and your student identification number, also known as an H number.
If you do not receive an email within 24 hours of submitting your application, please search your email for "AHC Admissions." Often the email might go into your junk, spam, or promotions folder.
Video: Getting started with the myHancock portal
NOTE: Have you attended another college/university? Students who have attended other accredited colleges/universities are required to submit all official transcripts to the Admissions and Records Office for an evaluation. This also includes students that have Advanced Placement (AP), IB, CLEP, and military credit
Contact Admissions and Records Office for more information at 1-805-922-6966 ext. 3248.
SUMMER 2022 SEMESTER
- A minimum of 6 units enrolled and completed of which one course was in-person.
- The Promise Plus award will be posted once ALL of the Promise Plus requirements have
been fulfilled.
FALL SEMESTER
- A minimum of 12 units enrolled and completed of which one course was in-person.
- The Promise Plus award will be posted once ALL of the Promise Plus requirements have
been fulfilled.
WINTER SESSION
- No minimum units required.
- Students must already be awarded the Promise Plus for either the Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 semesters.
- The Promise Plus award will be posted once ALL of the Promise Plus requirements have
been fulfilled.
SPRING SEMESTER
(Includes Term 3 and Term 4 classes)
- A minimum of 12 units enrolled of which one course is in-person by *Friday, March 31, 2023.
- The Promise Plus award will be posted once ALL of the Promise Plus requirements have
been fulfilled.
Please note that we will NOT be dropping students for non-payment for the 2022-2023 academic year. Promise Plus awards will be posted to the student's financial aid account and can be viewed in the myHancock portal once the student has met ALL of the Promise Plus criteria.
*All students must meet the Promise Plus requirements at the date shown above for each semester/session to be awarded the Promise Plus. Students who do NOT meet the Promise Plus requirements by the deadlines shown above will be responsible for paying their nonresident tuition, enrollment fees, health fee, student center fee, course materials fees, and student representation fee.
How to Register and Pay for Classes
Log onto your myHancock portal and verify your registration date under "My Registration Date" (available approximately one month before registration opens).
Video Help: How to Register for a Class at Hancock
Cómo registrarse para las clase
How to Register for Classes from the Waitlist
Cómo registrarse a clases estando en lista de espera
Go to myHancock to Register for Classes
California College Promise Grant (CCPG) recipients are still responsible for additional fees not waived by CCPG.
Fall 2020 through spring 2023 - Due to COVID-19, students are currently NOT being dropped for non-payment. We encourage you to make your payment as soon as possible to avoid having a hold placed on your student account.
Contact the Cashier Services for more information at 805-922-6966 ext. 3270 or visit the Cashier Services webpage and select "Payment Deadlines".
All students are encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CDAA) application to maximize their financial aid options. Below are priority dates to ensure your success. If you are unable to submit a FAFSA or Dream Act Application, please contact Mary Dominguez, Dean of Student Services at 805-922-6966 ext. 3657 or by email at mary.dominguez@hancockcollege.edu.
Students enrolled in summer or fall semesters who have NOT completed their FAFSA or CDAA by the date listed may have a hold placed on their record which will prevent them from registering for classes; and they will be responsible for any outstanding fees owed.
SUMMER 2022 SEMESTER
- Complete and submit by Friday, March 31, 2023.
FALL SEMESTER
- Complete and submit by Friday, March 31, 2023.
WINTER SESSION
- Complete and submit by Friday, March 31, 2023.
SPRING SEMESTER
(Includes Term 3 and Term 4 classes)
- Complete and submit by Friday, March 31, 2023 (Continuing students who have already completed a financial aid application do not need to apply for the 2022-2023 year again.)
How to Complete the FAFSA or CDAA
To complete the FAFSA or to complete the CA Dream Act
After applying for financial aid, log onto your myHancock portal to check your financial aid status for outstanding documentation requirements, disbursement dates, Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), and other important information about your financial aid file.
Questions about financial aid? Please call the Financial Aid Office at 1-805-922-6966 ext. 3200.
Summer 2022 Semester
- Required by Friday, April 14, 2023.
Fall Semester
- Required by Friday, April 14, 2023.
Winter Session
- Required by Friday, April 14, 2023.
Spring Semester
- Required by Friday, April 14, 2023
(Continuing students who have already accepted the Promise Plus do not need to accept it again.)
How to Accept the Promise Plus
All steps must be completed no later than Friday, April 14, 2023. Follow the steps below to accept the Promise Plus:
- Log in to your myHancock portal
- Scroll down to “My Financial Aid” and click “View My Financial Aid”
- Choose the Award Year: “Summer 2022 to Spring 2023”. You will see your unsatisfied requirement/documents.
- If you have a Financial Aid Task, you will need to make an account before you can continue.
- Double click at each of the required items and complete each task/requirement listed. You may need to print, scan and upload and/or email these documents to finaid@hancockcollege.edu.
If you need assistance in competing your financial aid file, contact us via email at finaid@hancockcollege.edu
Questions about Promise Plus? Call Financial Aid!
Reach the Financial Aid offie at 1-805-922-6966 ext. 3200 or see our Promise Plus FAQ webpage.