Financial Assistance

Virginia’s Community Colleges aim to keep tuition costs low for every student. But many students still need help to cover a variety of costs such as room and board, books and transportation. The financial aid officers at each of our 23 colleges can provide information on eligibility and application processes for federal, state, and local financial aid programs. For more information visit the VCCS Financial Assistance page.

Talk to your Career Coach about which option is best for you.

FastForward is a short-term training program for high-demand industries, helping Virginians get the jobs they want and the salaries they need. Our training is offered locally through Virginia's Community Colleges. FastForward includes Financial Assistance for Non-Credit Industry Credential (FANTIC) to help pay for the credentials.

G3 tuition assistance is for students living in Virginia who qualify for state financial aid with a household income that's less than $100,000. G3 is available for select programs in five of Virginia's most in-demand industries, including Early Childhood Education, Healthcare, Information Technology, Public Safety and Skilled Trades (including construction and manufacturing). As the primary workforce training provider for the Commonwealth of Virginia, all 23 of Virginia's Community Colleges proudly offer G3 tuition assistance to its students.

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) is landmark legislation that is designed to strengthen and improve our nation's public workforce system and help get Americans, including youth and those with significant barriers to employment, into high-quality jobs and careers and help employers hire and retain skilled workers. Job Seekers and Students can obtain WIOA assistance through Virginia Career Works and American Job Centers.

GI Bill benefits help you pay for school and cover expenses while you’re training for a job. Since 1944, the GI Bill has helped qualifying Veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training. Learn more about GI Bill benefits on this page and how to apply for them. .