The MATC Promise for Adults
The Spring 2025 Promise for Adults App is now closed.
Interest FormTHE MATC PROMISE FOR ADULTS
The Promise for Adults supports adult learners (age 24 and older) who attended college previously, earned some credits, but did not earn a degree.
Eligible students can receive free tuition after other financial aid grants and scholarships are applied. Programs covered by the Adult Promise can be found here: View the list of eligible programs (link).
ELIGIBLE STUDENTS MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
- Have already earned at least 6 college-level credits
- Have not been enrolled in college since December 31, 2024 (ie any enrollment Spring 2025, Summer 2025 or Fall 2025 will make an applicant ineligible)
- Live in a low-income household (Below 200% of federal poverty level)
- Be enrolled in at least 9+ college-level credits towards an eligible program as of the December 12 deadline
- Have not already earned an associate's degree or higher from any college or university
- Be 24 or older as of 12/31/2025
to be considered for the scholarship, applicants must do the following by the 12/12/2025 deadline:
- Complete the Promise application
- Apply to MATC (matc.edu/apply) if new to MATC
- Submit a 2025-26 FAFSA (required of all applicants)
- Submit official college transcripts to MATC admissions (if 6+ credits have not been earned at MATC)
- Register for 9+ college-level credits towards an eligible program
Please note (new beginning with Spring 2025 cohort):
- Technical diploma students can receive up to 4 semesters of Promise support (if tuition charges remain after other financial aid is applied).
- Associate degree students can receive up to 7 semesters of Promise support (if tuition charges remain after other financial aid is applied)
How do I stay in the program?
- Enroll in at least nine credits each Fall and Spring semester (summer optional)
- Earn at least a 2.0 semester GPA and complete 67% of credits attempted in the semester
- Complete a FAFSA® annually
- Continue to meet income requirements
Your scholarship or grant may be taxable if used for non-educational expenses like housing, childcare, or food. Tax laws vary, so consult a tax professional to determine your specific situation. It is your responsibility to report taxable income to the IRS.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO GET STARTED
Visit the MATC Promise Support Office
Location: Student Center (S Building), Room S110, Downtown Milwaukee Campus
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
414-297-6149 or promisesupport@matc.edu
Voice mailbox and email inbox are checked daily (normal response time is 24-48 hours)
FOR PROMISE APPLICANTS
MATC PROMISE - APPEALS
If you were not accepted into the Promise or disqualified after starting the program and believe this was in error, MATC offers an appeals process. To streamline the process, please provide detailed answers to the questions when you can. Please note that we may ask for records that confirm information you provide. These appeals are reviewed regularly by the college.