CSN's Nevada Promise Scholarship

graduating students in the ceremony auditorium

The Nevada Promise Scholarship is a last-dollar scholarship created by the Nevada Legislature. It helps Nevada high school graduates attend community college almost tuition-free - covering up to three years of tuition and other registration fees not covered by other gift aid.

If you’re graduating in the Class of 2027 or completing high school equivalency (see below for details), make sure to apply between August 1, 2026, through October 31, 2026 and complete all requirements to remain eligible.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the 2026-2027 Nevada Promise Scholarship application cycle, you must:

  • Be a Nevada resident (as defined by Title 4, chapter 15 of the Board of Regents Handbook).
  • Not have earned an associate or bachelor's degree.
  • Meet one of the following education requirements:
    • Graduated from a Nevada public or private high school, OR
    • Graduated from a border-county public high school that accepts Nevada residents; OR
      • Complete a high school equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC) for the 2026-2027 academic year, selected by the State Board of Education pursuant to NRS 390.055 before age 20 by June 15, 2027.
      • Homeschool students must complete a high school equivalency exam (i.e., GED, HiSET, or TASC) by June 15, 2027.
  • Complete all required steps and deadlines (listed below).
  • Enroll in at least 12 credits in an associate degree, bachelor's degree, or eligible certificate of achievement program starting the fall semester after graduation

10 Steps to be Eligible for CSN’s Nevada Promise Scholarship

You must complete all steps by their respective deadline. Missing any step means you will lose your scholarship eligibility.

Next Steps Checklist: (English) 

Next Steps Checklist: (Spanish) 


Additional Student Resources

PDF Version of the NV Promise Checklist allows you to document and track your requirements as they are completed.  
Download and save a copy for yourself on your computer, phone, tablet, etc. to access it anywhere.

Deadline: October 31, 2026
  • It is recommended that you do not use CCSD or iCloud emails

 


Fall 2027 Application opens: October 1, 2026

  • Must apply as a degree-seeking student.
  • If you’re a CTE, JumpStart, Dual Enrollment, or CSN High School student, you do not need to reapply.

Questions? Contact the Department of Recruitment and College Connections.

Once admitted to CSN, validate your student account to access the NV Promise Portal and track your progress.

3

Submit Mentoring Support Authorization Form via NV Promise Portal

Deadline: March 1, 2027

  • NV Promise Portal
  • Required to be paired with a mentor.
  • Mentor Assignment - Priority is given to students who:
    • Complete the March 1 requirements.
    • Complete the 2027-2028 FAFSA/Non-Filer Form
    • Report 8 hours of community service.
    • See Step 10 for more about mentoring meetings.
4A

Complete the CSN Online New Student Orientation

Deadline: March 1, 2027

  • Login to GoCSN (go.csn.edu) using your CSN student login (NSHE ID).
  • Click on the tile labeled “New Students Start Here”
  • Save a copy of your completion certificate.
4B

Complete the Nevada Promise Training

Deadline: March 1, 2027

To access the training:

  • Access the training using your First Name, Last Name, and NSHE ID.
    • Remember to verify that the NSHE ID is correct.
  • Save a copy of your completion certificate.
5

Submit the 2027-2028 FAFSA or the Non-FAFSA Filer Declaration Form

Deadline: April 1, 2027

  • 27-28 FAFSA available October 2026
  • DACA students must complete the 2027-2028 FAFSA
  • Students not eligible to complete the 27-28 FAFSA must submit the Non-FAFSA Filer Declaration by April 1.

Need help? Email: FAFSA@csn.edu or sign up for a FAFSA Workshop.

 

  • Required if you have not completed an English or Math class at an NSHE Institution.
  • Must be done before meeting with an Academic Advisor.
  • Academic Advising appointments open mid-April.
  • SAT scores can be requested at studentscores.collegeboard.org, and ACT scores at www.act.org  
7

Meet with an Academic Advisor & Register for Classes

Recommended: Finalize fall 2027 schedule by August 1, 2027.

  • Register for at least 12 credits required for your degree/certificate program.
  • Waitlisted classes do not count toward the 12-credit minimum
  • Financial Aid can only be awarded to students enrolled in courses applicable to their degree.
  • If you cannot enroll in 12 or more credits, please contact the NV Promise office at promise@csn.edu or call 702-651-7500.
 
8

Report Community Service Hours via the NV Promise Portal

Deadline: May 1, 2027
Required: 8 Hours 
Eligible Date Range: May 1, 2026 – May 1, 2027

Note: All community service hours must be reviewed and approved before they count toward the student’s record. Check with the NV Promise office if you are unsure if a service activity is eligible. You can find the list of eligible services on the Nevada Promise Community Service page.

9

Complete the Financial Aid Verification Process (if selected)

Deadline: July 1, 2027

  • Check your MyCSN To Do List and your CSN Student email for a notification.
  • You may receive emails from ProEd.
  • Questions? Call the Financial Aid Office: 702.651.4303
10

Meet with your Assigned Mentor

Deadline: July 1, 2027

  • Must meet at least once with your mentor.
  • Mentor pairing begins in April.
  • To be paired with a mentor:
    • You must complete Steps 1-5.
    • 2027-2028 FAFSA is posted to your MyCSN account.
    • Complete and report 8 hours of community service.
  • Mentor assignments are posted in the NV Promise Portal.
  • Final mentor assignments will go out by May 1, 2027.

All dates are subject to change.

Nevada Promise Scholarship - What You Need to Know

  • The Nevada Promise Scholarship is a last-dollar scholarship—this means it covers tuition and mandatory fees not already paid by other financial aid (like Pell Grant, SSOG, GGMS, etc.).
    • Registration fees are fees required of all students.  Special course, online, program, new student fees are not covered by the scholarship.
  • If you maintain eligibility, you can receive the scholarship for up to 3 years at CSN or until you graduate (associates/bachelor’s degree), whichever comes first.
  • Can only be applied for Fall and Spring semesters.
  • For full cost info, visit the CSN Cost of Attendance page.
  • Last-Dollar = Applied after all other aid has been used.
  • You must have a remaining balance for mandatory fees to receive Promise funds.
  • Look for a “Protection from Enrollment Cancellation” Hold in MyCSN before the payment deadline.
    • This hold keeps you enrolled while the Financial Aid Office finalizes your award.
    • Don't see the hold? Contact the Promise Office right away!
       

Scholarship Funding and Renewal

To renew your Nevada Promise Scholarship, you must:

  • Meet all eligibility and program requirements.
  • Maintain continuous enrollment for fall and spring semesters.
  • Be enrolled in at least 12 eligible credits at CSN (unless approved for fewer through an appeal).
  • Be enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program.
  • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
  • Not have already earned an associate or bachelor’s degree.
  • Graduating and have less than 12 credits remaining? Submit a Nevada Promise Appeal for approval.

Visit the Scholarship Award Renewal for additional details.

CSN Nevada Promise Contact

Roberta Palomo, Manager - Mentoring Services

Phone: 702.651.4244
Email: promiseHN@csn.edu

Hazel Alejandro, Coordinator - Mentoring Services

Phone: 702.651.2740
Email: promiseNLV@csn.edu

Eliana Martinez Luna, Coordinator - Mentoring Services

Phone: 702.651.7958
Email: promiseWC@csn.edu