Financial Aid
Meeting the Workforce Needs of Today & Tomorrow: Current Efforts & Federal Opportunities
While the nation is grappling with workforce shortages due to retiring baby boomers and technological advancements, community colleges are offering short-term programs to address demand. Yet, federal investment, such as Workforce Pell, is essential for broad access and success in filling critical fields.
A Status Update on Short-term/Workforce Pell
A recap of the latest developments in the efforts to authorize workforce pell grants for eligible students who enroll in short-term workforce programs that meet certain criteria.
HEER Funding Kept Community Colleges Open and Students Enrolled
HEER funding during the pandemic provided community colleges the resources they needed to stay open.
House Committee Passes Workforce Pell & WIOA Reauthorization
The House Committee on Education and the Workforce advances the Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act and WIOA Reauthorization, marking crucial progress for community colleges. The bills address key priorities, extending Pell eligibility and enhancing workforce development grants to bolster community college roles in meeting industry needs.
Higher Ed Programs in Peril: A Closer Look at FY 2024 Appropriations
As the landscape of the FY 2024 appropriations cycle becomes clearer, one thing is certain: budget cuts are looming. With education programs in jeopardy and over 60 programs facing elimination, concerns are mounting. Stay tuned as we take a closer look at the potential impact of these cuts on higher education.
Workforce Pell in the 118th Congress
With momentum building, where does Workforce Pell stand amidst the divided Congress?
