I AM INTERESTED IN APPLYING
FOR FIRST-TIME FRESHMEN OF ANY AGE or INCOME
First-time freshmen of any age and income who commit to Full-Time enrollment may qualify for FREE TUITION through the Promise Program at West LA College. Promise students also receive Priority Registration and a funded voucher for transportation, bookstore supplies, or dining in the Wildcat Cafe. Students must have California residency or meet AB 540 status, received a high school diploma (or equivalent), and be considered a first-time college student.
To Qualify for West LA College Promise , you must:
- Complete the LACCD application
- Complete the West LA College Online Orientation
- Complete either the FAFSA or CA Dream Act
- Complete the LACCD Transition Class (free, online)
- Attend West as a full-time student starting in the Fall
Important Note: Free tuition is still available for students through the California Promise Grant
To Qualify for 2 Years of $0 Tuition:
Students who complete their first Fall semester in full-time status with a 2.0 GPA or higher will earn FREE TUITION in the following Spring semester.
Students who complete their first academic year in full-time status with a 2.0 GPA or higher can qualify for a 2nd year of free tuition.
Get Started with the Career of your Dreams
LA College Promise Works (LACP Works) connects LACP students to a team of career coaches dedicated to helping you get ready for the career of your dreams. Coaches can help you connect to on-campus and off-campus resources, as well as help you apply to paid internship and job opportunities.

NEWS!
Benefits have been expanded to include Career Coaching, Internships & Paid Employment through LA College Promise Works
Office Hour and Location
Live Chat
Mondays to Thursdays: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Fridays: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturdays to Sundays: Closed
In Person
Mondays to Thursdays: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Fridays to Sundays: Closed
Welcome Center - TLC 1st Floor
NOTE: Students should leave a name, student ID (if applicable), EMAIL (no phone numbers), and nature of inquiry.