Financial Assistance
There's Money Out There!
Numerous resources are available to propel you towards your educational aspirations and provide financial support to keep you on your path to success.
We offer financial assistance for students taking Continuing Education (Business and Community) courses. Eligibility differs from program to program. The types of assistance are:
- Gap Assistance Program
- Lincoln Public School Foundation
Gap Assistance Program
This program provides need-based financial support for tuition and other eligible costs for approved, short-termed non-credit training opportunities focused on employment and select credit courses.
To qualify you must meet the income criteria and be eligible to work in the United States. Eligible students must have a family income at or below 250 percent of federal poverty guidelines. Criteria Include: Financial need, Nebraska resident and High school diploma or GED®.
Poverty Guidelines
2024 Poverty Guidelines for the 48 Contiguous States
| PERSONS IN FAMILY/HOUSEHOLD | POVERTY GUIDELINE @ 100% | POVERTY GUIDELINE @ 250% |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,060 | $37,650 |
| 2 | $20,440 | $51,100 |
| 3 | $25,850 | $64,625 |
| 4 | $31,200 | $78,000 |
| 5 | $36,580 | $91,450 |
| 6 | $41,960 | $104,900 |
| 7 | $47,340 | $118,350 |
| 8 | $52,720 | $131,800 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,380 for each additional person.
* Annual Income amounts subject to change.
Approved “Programs of Study” are available in a variety of different in-demand occupational areas as shown below. See SCC’s Approved Programs of Study.
- Financial services
- Transportation
- Precision metals manufacturing
- Renewable energy
- Agriculture and food processing
- Business management and administrative services
- Software and computer services
- Healthcare
- Hospitality
- Construction
- Education
- Select your Approved Program of Study.
- Complete and submit your application online.
- Meet to discuss your training interest and application. See contact information below.
*Eligibility will be determined through an evaluation process.
LPS Student Drivers Education Fund
The Lincoln Public School Foundation is providing limited financial assistance to
qualifying LPS students for the SCC Driver Education Course. For qualifying students
this fund provides financial support for tuition ($379.00) and textbook ($46.76).
Complete the application if you are in need of financial assistance for the Southeast
Community College’s Driver Education course.
Eligibility Requirements
Student must be:
- Receiving Free/Reduced Lunch
- At least 15 years old and attending a Lincoln Public School
What is Covered?
Qualifying students may receive full tuition and textbook.
Steps to apply:
- Complete the application form.
- Submit a copy of your Free/Reduced Lunch letter.
- Submit a thank you letter describing how the program will be beneficial to your future.
- Complete Southeast Community College Non-Credit Registration Form. View the available schedule to get the section information to include on the registration form.
Submit this information as a complete packet online at mmarsh@southeast.edu or to the address listed below. Approved applicants will be notified by email within five business days after receipt of the packet in our office.
Southeast Community College
Traffic Safety and Licensing
Attn: Mindy Marsh
301 S. 68th St. Place
Lincoln, NE 68510
For more information, call 402-437-2700.
Meet Our Partner
Empowering Nebraskans to achieve economic independence and thrive in work and life in partnership with employers.
AJC helps job seekers find meaningful employment
- Youth Employment Support Services
- Basic Career Services
- Individualized Career Services
- Training Services
AJC supports employers
- Tax Credits
- Labor Market Information
- Hiring Assistance
- Temporary Work &Internships
- Layoff Assistance
- Training & Apprenticeships
ajc.lincoln.ne.gov
402-441-1640
1330 N St., Lincoln, NE