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Financial Aid Programs

Please contact the Financial Aid Office with any questions about assistance programs available to students. Interested applicants should review the general Financial Aid information for an overview of the services provided by the college Financial Aid office.

Pell Grant

The purpose of this program is to provide funds to qualified students to assist them in obtaining the benefits of a post secondary education. To apply, the student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid Form at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Applications may be made online or forms can be obtained from Columbus Technical College, high school counselors, or other post-secondary educational institutions. This aid money is for educational costs and does not have to be repaid, unless you are over-awarded.

To receive a PELL Grant the student must:

  • Have a high school diploma, recognized equivalent (GED), or pass an approved ability to benefit test (ATB);
  • Be enrolled as a regular student;
  • Meet citizenship requirements;
  • Be registered with Selective Service (if applicable);
  • Have financial need;
  • Attend a participating institution;
  • Be working toward a diploma, degree, or a Pell-eligible certificate;
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress;
  • Not be in default or owe a refund on any Title IV funds;
  • Not possess a bachelor's degree (an undergraduate); and
  • Satisfy all required statements and certifications.

HOPE Grant

Georgia residents are eligible to receive a HOPE Grant to cover tuition, HOPE approved mandatory fees, and a book allowance to seek a diploma or certificate at a public post secondary institution in Georgia if they meet the eligibility requirements.

For Certificate and Diploma Programs only.

Residency Requirement: You must be a *legal resident of Georgia at least one year prior to enrollment.

*Military Waiver

  • Active duty military and their spouse/dependents who live in Georgia may have residency issued with Copy of orders assigning the soldier to Ft. Benning.
  • Copy of military and/or dependent I.D.

For more specific HOPE program information, please review the HOPE Scholarships and Grants information.

HOPE Scholarship

HOPE Scholarship (Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally) Scholarships are sponsored by the Governor, paid out of lottery funds, and available to Georgia residents – including active military and dependents.

Students pursuing an associate degree may be eligible for a HOPE scholarship if they graduated from an eligible Georgia high school as a final HOPE scholar, of if they have completed a minimum 45 degree-level quarter hours with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Georgia residency must be proved in order to receive the HOPE scholarship.

For more specific HOPE program information, please review the HOPE Scholarships and Grants information.

Native American Scholarship Fund

The mission of the Native American Scholarship Fund (NASF) is to help improve the quality of life through the higher education of Indian people. However, students must apply to all other sources of funding for which they are eligible. Applicants may e-mail Nscholarsh@aol.com, call (505) 262-2351, fax (505) 262-0534, or write to:

Native American Scholarship Fund
8200 Mountain Road, Suite 203
Albuquerque
NM 87110

Veterans Benefits

Eligible veterans can make application through their local or regional Veterans Administration office. Columbus Technical College has applications and a counselor available to assist applicants filing for benefits. Contact the office at 706-649-1458.

Vocational Rehabilitation

For individuals with disabilities, contact the Coordinator of Student Disability Services at 706.649.1533

Workforce Investment Act

Provides economically disadvantaged persons, or those facing serious barriers to employment, with training. Contact the office at 706.649.1856 .

Social Security

Qualified students may receive benefits while attending Columbus Technical College. Contact the local Social Security Office.

Work Study

Offers part-time employment to eligible students receiving VA education benefits attending school three quarter time or more on the Columbus Technical College campus.

US ARMY Tuition Assistance

Available for active military. Apply at the Education Center, Bldg. #2602, Soldier's Plaza, Columbus Technical College Office at Ft. Benning 706.545.4863 . When approved, take the forms to the College cashier's window. The military pays 75% of the tuition and the service member pays 25% of the tuition fee remaining at registration (see the HOPE web page above - it will pay tuition for active military and dependents).

Career Advancement Account

The Career Advancement Account is a program for active-duty military spouses that provides up to $3000 to cover the cost of tuition and other expenses associated with earning a certificate, diploma or two-year degree at Columbus Technical College. More information...

Bill (the) Company

This program allows Columbus Technical College to bill the student's company for tuition, fees, and in some cases, books. Each participant must clear the procedure with their own company in writing and present it to the school's Business Office prior to registration.

Postsecondary Options

Tuition assistance is available for qualified secondary school junior and senior students 16 years of age or older. They can take courses full or part time at Columbus Technical College. Contact the Office of Workforce Development at 706.649.1922 for more information.

General Aid

Various local organizations provide aid for deserving students on the basis of need and funds availability. Contact the Financial Aid office at the number below.

For more information, please call 706.649.1859.

Last updated: March 10, 2008.