for me to start my own
business.
for me to pursue my goals
on and off the court.
for me to achieve my dream
of making a difference.
for me to start my own
business.
for me to make something
of my life as a single mother.
for me to take my first year
of college tuition-free and
close to home.
for me to transfer to my
dream school.
for me to earn my transfer
degree while raising kids.
for me to fulfill my dream of
serving in law enforcement.
me to pursue my dream of
helping people through research.
for me to determine my
path to a rewarding career.
Your Goal
We know community college is not your final destination. Palomar’s 250+ degrees and certifications make it possible for you to get leading-edge job placement and career training, earn UC and CSU transfer credits, and more. Enroll and reach your goal!
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Your Budget
You CAN afford college. Palomar makes it possible for you to earn a high-quality education on a budget that works for you. Look through the menus below to view dozens of financial aid and tuition assistance options for everyone from working adults and foster youth, to first-time college students, veterans, and active-duty military.
Tuition and Fees
Palomar Promise (First year of college - Free!)
Dual Enrollment (at your high school)
Concurrent Enrollment (High School Students)
Scholarships (Free money towards your education)
Payment Plan (College costs on your terms)
California College Promise Grant (Financial Aid)
CalGrant (Financial Aid)
CalVet (Veteran Dependents)
Dream Act (Non-Resident/AB540 Students)
Pell Grant (Financial Aid)
VA Education Benefits (Veterans)
Direct Student Loans (Financial Aid)
Tuition Assistance (Active Duty Military)
Palomar Promise (First year of college - Free!)
Free College Classes with Peers (at your high school)
Scholarships (Free money towards your education)
Low and No Cost Textbooks (Participating Classes)
Textbook Assistance Program (Financial Aid)
CalGrant (Financial Aid)
Dream Act (Non-Resident Students)
Extended Opportunities Programs & Services
Foster Youth Retention Success and Transition
TRiO/SSS
Pell Grant (Financial Aid)
VA Education Benefits (Veterans)
Direct Student Loans (Financial Aid)
Scholarships (Free money towards your education)
Discounted Sprinter/BREEZE Pass
CalGrant (Financial Aid)
Dream Act (Non-Resident Students)
Extended Opportunities Programs & Services
Foster Youth Retention Success and Transition
Chafee Grant Program (Foster Youth)
CalWORKS (Welfare Students)
TRiO/SSS
Pell Grant (Financial Aid)
VA Education Benefits (Veterans)
Direct Student Loans (Financial Aid)
Federal Work-study (Financial Aid)
Student Success Completion Grant (Financial Aid)
California National Guard Education Assistance Award Program
Your Schedule
When and where? You decide. Palomar makes it possible for you to support your family, get the training and classes you need, and get to work at your own pace. Our flexible in-person and fully-online programming, fast track offerings, and various campus center locations make it easy:
Advertising, Marketing, and Merchandising
Alcohol and Other Drug Studies
American Indian Studies
Business Administration
Business Information Worker
Business Management
Child Development
Child Development - School-Age Assistant
Child Development - Associate Teacher
Computer Science
Cybersecurity
Data Analytics
Information Technology
International Business
Library & Information Technology
Management Information Technology
Medical Office Specialist
Medical Professions Preparation (non-credit)
Public Works Management Level II
Real Estate Appraisal License Preparation
Real Estate Broker License Preparation
Real Estate Salesperson License Preparation
Social Media
Social Work and Human Services
Sociology
Web Design and Development
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