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What year was KVCC founded? 

1966

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How will KVCC send most vital information to you? 

Through your KVCC email

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What is the percent difference of financial aid cost here at Valley compared to other institutions? 

67% lower

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What GPA do I need to maintain to receive credit for a course? 

2.0 or better

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How much of your tuition will the Promise scholarship cover?

100%

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Who was the very first president of KVCC? 

Dale B. Lake

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In case of an emergency, who is available and on campus 24/7 to assist you? 

Campus Safety!

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How many campuses does KVCC have?

4

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Where do you go for extra help with a subject or specific course? 

The Learning Center

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How many years after I graduate do I have to use the Promise? 

10 years!

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How many students were enrolled when KVCC first opened? 

About 10,000

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What is the KVCC program called that assists students with tuition, book and other college fees?

KVAAP (Kalamazoo Valley Accelerated Associate Program) 

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What year did KVCC welcome their mascot? 

2023! 

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Who would you go to if you had questions regarding your degree and/or transfer requirements?

Your Pathway Advisor

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What do I need to fill out before I can receive the scholarship? 

Your Scholarship Approval Form "SAF" 

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Which KVCC campus was the first built? 

Texas Township Campus

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Who would you go to if you had questions regarding your degree and/or transfer requirements? 

Your Pathway Advisor 

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What is the name of the KVCC program that gives students free boxes of fresh food and non perishable items? 

Valley Food Share 

(All you have to do is register before hand!) 

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Where do you go if you need to buy/rent a book for class? 

The campus bookstore! 

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How many years has the Kalamazoo Promise been around? 

17 years and counting

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Who is the current president of KVCC?

Dr. L. Marshall Washington, Ph. D

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If I have outside hobbies or want to be more involved on campus what should you look into? 

Student Orgs! (We currently have 20+) 

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What is the name of the best Community College in the nation? 

KALAMAZOO VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE! 

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How much time should you be putting into a 3 credit class to be successful?

6-9 hours of in class and out of class commitment per week

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How do I know if I am eligible for the Promise Scholarship? 

Talk with your Promise Coach!

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