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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. I took courses at a community college while still in high school (dual-enrollment) do I still qualify for this program?
    Answer: Yes. If you took courses while still in high school, you’re still considered to be a first time college student.
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  2. Do I have to speak Spanish and identify as Hispanic to be in this program? 
    Answer: No, all first-time students are welcome to apply regardless of ethnicity/race. 
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  3. I’m only planning on registering for two courses at Grossmont College. Do I have to be a full-time student to be accepted?
    Answer: No, you do not have to be a full-time student. Our program welcomes part-time students as well.
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  4. I completed a college course at a different community college after I graduated high school, but now I want to enroll at Grossmont for the first time. Do I still qualify for this program?
    Answer: Unfortunately, you do not qualify for our program. Only first-time college students are eligible to apply. We encourage you to take advantage of other Student Services on campus. 
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  5. Can I be in Via Rápida FYE if I am already a part of other programs on campus?
    Answer: Yes! You can join multiple programs at once if you meet the qualifications to join.
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  6. I don’t plan on submitting a FAFSA application since I will not qualify due to my family's household income. Can I still apply?
    Answer: We encourage all students to submit a financial aid application since it is a requirement to join our program. In addition, it is a requirement to receive TWO years of FREE tuition at Grossmont from the Grossmont-Cuyamaca College Promise
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  7. I’m not a first generation college student. Do I still qualify?
    Answer: Yes. All first time to college students are encouraged to apply.
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  8. Does  Via Rápida FYE provide priority registration for the summer semester?
    Answer: No. We only provide priority registration for the Fall and Spring semester
Last Updated: 06/01/2020
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