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VBC Requirements

How To Be Considered For The Valley-Bound Commitment

To be considered for the Valley-Bound Commitment Program:

  • Apply online for admission to SBVC at www.valleycollege.edu. 
  • Complete the SBVC Orientation online (approximately 45 minutes) or in-person (approximately 90 minutes). For more information, visit the SBVC website’s “Orientation” page. 
  • Schedule and complete the SBVC Assessment Exam. Prepare in advance by visiting the SBVC website’s “Assessment” page.
  • Apply for financial aid at www.fafsa.gov by completing all financial aid requirements and meeting “economically-disadvantaged” status (***If you are an AB540 student, see information below). 
  • Be recognized as “financial aid eligible” by the SBVC Financial Aid Office. 
  • Submit a Valley-Bound Commitment Application Packet including:  a) One-sheet Valley-Bound Commitment Application; b) 1,000 word personal essay showing how the program will help you achieve your dreams through education; c) High school transcripts (unofficial or official); d) Photo.
  • Graduate with a high school diploma from one of the 12 designated high schools (after having attended at least one of the schools for 9th - 12th grade). 
  • Enroll in Student Development and/or basic skills courses to ensure seamless transition into college. 
  • Enroll as a full-time SBVC student (12+ units). 
  • Maintain a college grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.0. 
  • Serve 30 hours of community service over two semesters at SBVC.

All AB540 Students

  • Apply online for admission to SBVC at www.valleycollege.edu.
  • Download (or request from SBVC Admissions/Records Office), sign and submit a “California Nonresident Tuition Exemption” form to the SBVC Admissions/Records Office.
  • Complete the SBVC Orientation online (approximately 45 minutes) or in-person (approximately 90 minutes). For more information, visit the SBVC website’s “Orientation” page. 
  • Schedule and complete the SBVC Assessment Exam. Prepare in advance by visiting the SBVC website’s “Assessment” page. 
  • Be recognized as “financial aid eligible” by the SBVC Financial Aid Office. 
  • Submit a Valley-Bound Commitment Application Packet including: a) One-sheet Valley-Bound Commitment Application; b) 1,000 word personal essay showing how the program will help you achieve your dreams through education; c) High school transcripts (unofficial or official); d) Photo. 
  • Graduate with a high school diploma from one of the 12 designated high schools (after having attended at least one of the schools for 9th - 12th grade). 
  • Enroll in Student Development and/or basic skills courses to ensure seamless transition into college. 
  • Enroll as a full-time SBVC student (12+ units). 
  • Maintain a college grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.0. 
  • Serve 30 hours of community service over two semesters at SBVC.