Other Sources of Assistance
Financial Aid Scholarships
Many churches, alumni groups, and other civic organizations have scholarship funds for eligible students. Additionally, the Financial Aid Office frequently notifies students of scholarships available through outside sources. A complete list of Financial Aid scholarships can be found at www.waynecc.edu/financial-aid-and-scholarships/.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth Programs
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult Program provides intensive training services to individuals age 18 and older who are at or below the level of self-sufficiency. Eligibility is based on household income. Services include financial assistance with tuition, books, and related educational expenses.
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Dislocated Worker Program serves those who have lost their jobs due to a layoff, downsizing or business closure. Services available include financial assistance with tuition, books, and related educational expenses. Applicants interested in the Adult or Dislocated Worker Programs should contact the WIOA office, located at the NC Works Career Center (DWS), or by phone (919) 731-7950 for information about applications and/or assessment. The NC Works Career Center is located at 2128 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27534.
The WIOA Youth program empowers out-of-school youth ages 16 - 24 to earn a high school credential and successfully transition into postsecondary education or training. Participants also develop leadership, financial literacy, and employability skills to prepare for placement in industry-recognized employment. Applicants interested in the Out-of-School Youth Program should contact the WIOA Youth Office in Walnut 207, call (919) 739-6923, or the NC Works Career Center at (919) 988-6873.
The Foundation of Wayne Community College, Inc.
The Foundation of Wayne Community College provides financial assistance to students seeking learning and training opportunities and offers educational and cultural experiences for the community.
The Foundation of Wayne Community College, Inc. is a non-profit corporation organized under North Carolina and federal laws in compliance with Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
The Foundation of Wayne Community College was established to support the students, faculty, staff, and programs of Wayne Community College. The Foundation broadens the base of community support in order to promote the educational development of Wayne Community College.
To learn more about the Foundation or to apply for scholarships, please visit our web page: www.waynecc.edu/foundation.
Inquiries concerning the Foundation of Wayne Community College, Inc. can be made by writing or calling:
The Foundation of Wayne Community College, Inc.
P.O. Box 8002, Goldsboro, N.C. 27533-8002
(919) 739-7006 or (919) 739-7007 or (919) 739-7022
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