Scholarships & Financial Aid
Don't let cost stop you. Most students pay $0 for training through WIOA funding, scholarships, and employer sponsorships.
Funding Options
Multiple ways to fund your training. Our team helps you find the best option.
WIOA Funding
Up to 100% covered
Federal workforce funding covers tuition, books, supplies, and support services for eligible adults.
Eligibility:
- 18+ years old
- US citizen or authorized to work
- Meet income guidelines OR other barriers
- Indiana resident
Employer Sponsorship
Varies covered
Many employers pay for training in exchange for employment commitment after graduation.
Eligibility:
- Accepted into program
- Willing to work for sponsor
- Pass background check
- Meet employer requirements
Need-Based Scholarships
$500 - $2,000 covered
Elevate scholarships for students who don't qualify for other funding but demonstrate financial need.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in Elevate program
- Demonstrate financial need
- Submit scholarship application
- Maintain good standing
Veteran Benefits
Up to 100% covered
GI Bill and veteran-specific funding for eligible service members and veterans.
Eligibility:
- Veteran or active duty
- Eligible for VA benefits
- Program must be VA-approved
- Certificate of Eligibility
WIOA: Your Best Option
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is federal funding that pays for career training for eligible adults. Most of our students qualify.
Covers Everything
Tuition, books, supplies, uniforms, certification exams
Support Services
Transportation, childcare, work clothes assistance
No Repayment
This is a grant, not a loan. Nothing to pay back.
Who Qualifies for WIOA?
You may qualify if you meet ANY of these:
- Low income (below 70% of median income)
- Receiving public assistance (SNAP, TANF, SSI)
- Unemployed or underemployed
- Veteran or spouse of veteran
- Person with a disability
- Ex-offender or justice-involved
- Homeless or at risk of homelessness
- Aged out of foster care
- Single parent
- Lack of high school diploma
Elevate Scholarships
For students who don't qualify for WIOA, we offer need-based scholarships.
Elevate Forward Scholarship
For students overcoming significant barriers to employment
Single Parent Scholarship
For single parents pursuing career training
Second Chance Scholarship
For justice-involved individuals seeking new careers
Community Partner Scholarship
Funded by local businesses for community members
How to Get Funded
Apply to Program
Complete your program application first
Check WIOA Eligibility
Most students qualify for full funding
Submit Documents
Provide required verification documents
Get Approved
Receive funding confirmation and start training
Common Questions
Do I have to pay anything back?
No. WIOA funding and Elevate scholarships are grants, not loans. There is nothing to repay.
How long does funding approval take?
WIOA approval typically takes 1-2 weeks after submitting all required documents.
What if I don't qualify for WIOA?
We have other options including employer sponsorships, payment plans, and need-based scholarships.
Can I use funding for any program?
WIOA funding can be used for programs on the state's Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). Most of our programs qualify.
Don't Let Cost Stop You
Most of our students pay $0 for training. Let us help you find funding.