Sources (where applicable) of state, local, and other private aid include state grants, scholarships, and agency funding, which are available from organizations such as those listed below. Note that these sources are separate from federal student financial aid sources and private lending sources. Please consult the Financial Aid Office or funding grantor for additional information.
The state’s higher education webpage may be visited for more information on specific state grant options.
Students interested in scholarships are encouraged to search using FinAid!, a leading scholarship search provider for students. Their free service matches scholarships to the student’s specific qualifications and can be accessed online at www.FinAid.org.
- Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation is a one-stop career development program that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of services designed to provide them with the skills, resources, attitudes, and expectations needed to compete in the interview process, get the job, keep the job, and develop a lifetime career. Funding is awarded by Utah State Office of Rehabilitation and is determined based on financial need, physical need, and the availability of funds.
Toll-Free 1-800-473-7530 Fax 801-538-7522
www.usor.utah.gov
www.usor.utah.gov/contact/CurrentRoster.pdf
- Department of Workforce Services
Workforce Investment Act of Utah (WIA) is designed to assist students who have been affected by the downturn in the economy to re-enter the workforce in a career where they can excel and benefit the employer at the same time. This is a state funded program that has regional offices in most counties that award funding for that specific county. The funding is awarded based on need, availability, and several other factors. Students must meet with a counselor in their area prior to entering an education program.
Department of Workforce Services - Imaging Operations
P.O. Box 143245
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-3245
Phone: 801-526-0950 Toll-Free Phone: 1-866-435-7414
Fax: 1-877-313-4717
http://jobs.utah.gov/regions/ec.html
- Fortis College Dental Hygiene Scholarship
The Dental Hygiene Scholarship is an award amount of $2000, disbursed quarterly over the length of the program. This application is made available during the financial aid appointment and any new student entering into the program can apply. The scholarship is awarded based on composite admission scores. This is compiled based on the score of the following: Wonderlic Scholastic Exam, High School or most recent GPA, Allied Health Work or Military experience, written essay, interview with the Dental Hygiene Program Director and a completed application form. Once approved, the student receives an official approval letter. If applicable, payment plans are recalculated. If the student is denied, they are not eligible in the future.
- Fortis College Nursing Scholarship
The Nursing Scholarship is an award amount of $2000, disbursed quarterly over the length of the program. This application is made available during the financial aid appointment, and any new student entering the program can apply. The scholarship is awarded based on the following requirements: one letter of recommendation from an employer, supervisor, or faculty member (if attended school in the past 2 years), completed application form, and a short essay with the student’s professional goals, plan for success, and an explanation of how the scholarship will assist in meeting those objectives. Once approved, the student receives an official approval letter. If applicable, payment plans are recalculated. If the student is denied, they are not eligible in the future.