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Welcome!

Congratulations on your decision to further your education!


The first step to be eligible for the Open Roads Promise is to complete the Pledge by May 15 of your senior year of high school. Students who do not meet the May 15 deadline will not be eligible to receive Open Roads Promise benefits such as scholarships, mentoring opportunities, and internships.


Effective Fall 2025, graduates from participating high schools meeting eligibility criteria will receive a “last dollar” tuition-free scholarship for up to eight (8) semesters to Howard College. This scholarship will cover any tuition gap between what classes cost and what Pell grants and/or other federal, state, or institutional aid does not. To learn more about your eligibility criteria and ongoing programmatic support, visit www.openroadspromise.org.


Note: All Open Roads Promise information and updates will be sent to the email you list on your Pledge form. If your contact information changes, let us know by emailing openroads@howardcollege.edu.


The Open Roads Promise can only be used at a participating college or university; however, completing the Pledge does not commit you to attending a partner institution. For a full list of participating colleges and universities, visit www.openroadspromise.org.

The first step to become an Open Roads Scholar is to take the Pledge! By taking the Pledge, you are agreeing to take small actions that will position you to enroll in education after high school with confidence.


BEFORE YOU BEGIN


Please complete this form to take the Open Roads Promise Pledge! A few things to know before you begin:

  1. Only current Seniors are eligible to complete the Pledge.
  2. This form will take you approximately 5 minutes to complete. You will NOT be able to save your progress once you begin, so make sure you have enough time to finish before you start.
  3. It is recommended that you complete this form on a computer through Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome, if possible. The form can also be completed on a smart phone through any browser.
  4. If you run into any issues or have questions, connect with your college & career advisor or counselor at your high school. You can also e-mail us at openroads@howardcollege.edu.