Finish Line Grant

The Finish Line Grants program aims to help students complete their training when facing unanticipated financial hardships. Finish Line Grants may help cover costs such as transportation, childcare or dependent care, housing assistance, utility bills (including internet), medical needs, accommodations for individuals with disabilities, and assistance with tuition, fees, or books.

This grant provides a maximum of $1,000 per semester.

Read more about Qualification Guidelines and Eligible Programs to see if you qualify for assistance.

Qualification Guidelines

In order to qualifiy for assistance, grant applicants must:

  • Have unforeseen financial hardship.
  • Have completed at least 25 percent of the credits/requirements for the specific program.
  • Be in good academic standing with a minimum 2.0 GPA or be on track to complete a Continuing Education program.

Note: Funds will not be distributed directly to the student but to the entity providing the service for the student. Overdue bills/invoices are not allowed. No reimbursements.

Eligible Programs

Any credit-bearing degree, certificate or diploma and the following Continuing Education programs:

  • BioWork
  • Carpentry I & II
  • Central Sterile Processing
  • Community Health Worker
  • Cosmetology
  • EKG Technician
  • Electric Line Technician
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Esthetician
  • HVAC
  • Manicuring
  • Massage Therapy
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Medical Coding
  • Natural Hair Care Specialist
  • Nursing Assistant I and II
  • Paramedic
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Phlebotomy Technician
  • Plumbing
  • Real Estate
  • Welding Technology

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for the Finish Line Grant:

  1. Read the Qualification Guidelines and Eligible Programs to verify your eligibility.
  2. Complete the Finish Line Grant Request: After you complete the application, you will receive a follow-up call or email within 3-5 business days. 
  3. Reach out to a program administrator listed below with any questions about program eligibility.
     

Finish Line Grant Request