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1. Maximize Your Military Experience with a Technical Studies Associate Degree

   Maximizing your military experience by enrolling in a Technical Studies Associate Degree program is a smart way to turn hands-on skills into academic and professional advancement. This degree is designed to recognize and build upon the specialized training and real-world problem-solving experience gained during military service. Whether you've worked in logistics, engineering, IT, or mechanics, the program allows you to transfer military credits and focus on expanding your technical knowledge, leadership abilities, and career readiness.

   ej-green@vccs.edu - April 15, 2025

2. Thinking about changing careers or leveling up your skills?

   Thinking about changing careers or leveling up your skills?
   In today’s fast-moving job market, staying competitive means continuously growing your skill set. Standing still could mean missing out on valuable opportunities. Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) helps you get credit for what you already know—turning your past experiences into college credit. By using CPL, you can complete your degree more quickly, boost your marketability, and position yourself for promotions and higher pay.

   ej-green@vccs.edu - July 17, 2025

3. Information for Employers

   

    

    

    

   FastForward is your Pipeline for Skilled, Qualified Employees.

   ej-green@vccs.edu - June 28, 2023

4. Glossary

   Glossary

   Use this glossary to look up terms that are unfamiliar to you.

   Advisor/Counselor/Coach/Navigator
   A person at a high school or college who assists a student with choosing their program of study or courses, and may perform a variety of other tasks including assisting with enrollment into classes or assisting with college transfer.

   ej-green@vccs.edu - July 17, 2023

5. Resources for Military Students

   

    

   Virginia’s Community Colleges are proud of their long and successful history of working with every branch of the military.  We offer veterans, retirees, active duty personnel and their families a strong, career-focused education.

   ej-green@vccs.edu - October 6, 2021

6. Paying for School- Financial Aid 101

   

   Paying for college may seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! Financial aid can come from a variety of resources like federal or state funds, or private sources (like a loan or a scholarship). Below you will find listings that will help you understand how financial aid works, how to pay for college, and loans. 

   ej-green@vccs.edu - October 7, 2021

7. How Much Does it Cost to Attend? Tuition Information

   Virginia’s Community Colleges are meeting an affordable tuition goal: Tuition will not exceed half of the average cost to attend a public four-year institution in Virginia.

   To find out about current Tuition Rates, please visit: https://www.vccs.edu/application-information/#tuition-fees 

   Please consult the community college you are interested in for complete information about tuition and any other fees that may apply.

   ej-green@vccs.edu - October 7, 2021

8. General Step-by-Step for Justice-Impacted Individuals to pursue college programs

   

   

    

   Applying for College as a Justice-Impacted Student

   cpendry - February 13, 2026

9. How Can FastForward Help Previously Incarcerated Students

   

   cpendry - February 13, 2026

10. G3: Get a Job, Get a Skill, Get Ahead - Tuition Assistance Program

    

    What is G3?

    G3 is a program that helps people in Virginia pay for school. It's for people who don't make a lot of money and can get in-state financial help. It can be used for special programs in five popular fields: Early Childhood Education, Healthcare, Information Technology, Public Safety, and Skilled Trades.

    cpendry - February 13, 2026

11. Understanding Pell Grants for Justice-Impacted Individuals - Free Money for College

    

    cpendry - February 13, 2026

12. Resources for Justice Impacted Populations

    

    Community Colleges in Virginia

    This resource allows you to search for any of the 23 community colleges across the Commonwealth by zip code, school name, or by viewing a complete list and map of all campus locations.

    cpendry - February 13, 2026

13. Earning College Credit Through Your Experiences

    

     

    What is Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)?

    CPL is a way to turn what you've learned from work and life into college credits. It's like getting a head start in college! CPL can come from:

    cpendry - February 13, 2026

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