Northwest Promise Program

How do I apply for the Northwest Promise Program?

There is no additional application; fill out the FAFSA and meet the requirements below.

How do I qualify for the Northwest Promise Program?

1. Fill out FAFSA
2. Apply to Northwest as a first-time freshman -AND- Be registered as a full-time undergraduate domestic student
3. A family income of $65,000 or less -OR- Be Pell grant-eligible
4. For domestic students only
   • MISSOURI RESIDENT — High School GPA 2.50+ and ACT 18-36 -OR- 2.75+ high school GPA with less than 18 ACT or no ACT test score
   • NON-MISSOURI RESIDENT — Must be eligible for Bearcat Advantage

Renewable for four years with the following stipulations:

• Reapplication of FAFSA by Feb. 1 for consideration of state grants used in determining Northwest Promise funding
• A family income of $65,000 or less -OR- Be Pell grant-eligible
• Completion of 24 Northwest credit hours
• 2.00 Northwest cumulative GPA for Missouri residents
• 3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA for non-Missouri residents
• A combination of federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships plus the Northwest Promise grant covers regular tuition and standard fees