Freedom to Dream Tuition Waiver

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The future is now more affordable

We believe nothing should stand between you and your dreams — not even tuition.

That’s why we will cover up to three years of tuition and fees for qualifying students, ensuring higher education is truly accessible and affordable.

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Who qualifies?

Del Mar College’s Freedom to Dream Tuition and Fee Waiver is designed to make higher education more accessible. To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:

  • In-District Residency: You must reside within the boundaries of one of these school districts:
    • Corpus Christi ISD
    • Calallen ISD
    • Flour Bluff ISD
    • Tuloso-Midway ISD
    • West Oso ISD
    • Parts of London ISD and Robstown ISD
Not sure if you qualify? Your household is considered in-district if it falls within these school districts and contributes to Del Mar College property taxes. Contact our Student Enrollment Center team to check your residency status.

  • High School Graduates
    • Must be part of the Class of 2025, including GED recipients
    • Dual Credit students are eligible, regardless of the number of credits earned
OR
  • Adult Learners
    • Must have 12 or fewer college credits completed

Additional Requirements

  • Full-Time Enrollment Required
    • Must enroll in at least 12 semester credit hours (SCH) per term beginning in the Fall 2025 Semester
  • Academic Progress
    • Must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA to continue receiving the waiver
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Want more info?

Tuition Waiver Info Sessions

Meet with DMC admissions staff

These info sessions are come-and-go. Join us at any time while the sessions are in progress.

Saturday, April 26
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Harvin Student Center
Heritage Campus
101 Baldwin Blvd. (map)


One Stop Saturdays
Register for classes, turn in documents, meet with department reps and get the information you need.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Harvin Student Center
Heritage Campus
101 Baldwin Blvd. (map)