Durham Tech Financial Aid

10/16/2026

It’s not too late to complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA Form. Please complete this form if you will be attending Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027. The 2027-2028 FAFSA Form will be used for Fall 2027, Spring 2028, and Summer 2028.

Before considering a student loan to help pay for the cost of higher education, you and your student should complete the FAFSA. Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form can help unlock financial aid for college, trade school, or graduate school. https://bit.ly/2teflFT

10/16/2026

Please attend Virtual Open House to learn more about all of the resources that Durham Tech offers.

Thinking about starting a new career or learning a new skill? Your next step starts here! Join us for our Virtual Open House to explore all that Durham Tech has to offer.

🌟 Explore our programs, learn about student support services, and discover ways to get involved on campus.

✅ Open to everyone! We look forward to meeting you virtually and helping you explore what’s possible at Durham Tech.

Register today 👉 https://visit.durhamtech.edu/?category=open-house

10/16/2026

The I Have a Dream Award application period is open Oct. 13 through Nov. 30, 2026 ✨

10/16/2026

🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: I Have a Dream Award! ✨

Are you a currently enrolled Durham Tech student working toward your career goals despite challenges along the way?

The I Have a Dream Award will recognize two students who demonstrate financial need and perseverance in continuing their education.
⌛️Apply by November 30, 2026!
✅ Currently enrolled at Durham Tech when applying
✅ Enrolled for Spring 2027
✅ Demonstrate financial need and perseverance
🌟 Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

https://www.durhamtech.edu/financial-aid/i-have-dream-award

Thanks to the generosity of private donors, Durham Tech is able to provide the I Have a Dream Award to our students each year. This award honors the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and commemorates his dedication to equality and justice through non-violent resistance.

09/21/2026

🔔 The STWD Grant application is now open to all North Carolina residents, regardless of which county they reside in.

Please share this information with students who may be interested in short-term workforce development programs and may benefit from financial assistance through the STWD Grant.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions regarding the STWD Grant or the application process.

06/25/2026

🔔 The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant Application is live! This grant provides financial support for Durham County residents towards tuition and fees for the following eligible Curriculum and Continuing Education Courses.
• Early Childhood Education (Curriculum)
• Nurse Aide (Continuing Education)
• Community Health Worker (Continuing Education)
• Care Manager (Continuing Education)
• Phlebotomy (Continuing Education)
• Medication Aide (Continuing Education)
• Occupational Therapy Assistant (Curriculum)

*You must have completed or be registered for the eligible program or courses to receive funding from this grant.

We have scholarships available! 📚 If you’re currently enrolled in any of the following programs or courses, you may be eligible to apply:

Early Childhood Education
Nurse Aide
Community Health Worker
Care Manager
Phlebotomy
Medication Aide
Occupational Therapy Assistant

Learn more and apply now: https://tinyurl.com/3wd2adr4

Durham Tech Financial Aid Durham Tech Foundation

06/10/2026

🎓 Scholarship Opportunity!

The 2026–2027 Samuel M. Taylor Memorial Life Sciences Scholarship is now open for applications. North Carolina community college students enrolled in eligible life sciences programs may qualify for funding to help achieve their educational and career goals.

All materials can be submitted to the Durham Tech Financial Aid Office via email or in-person. Application deadline: July 24, 2026

Learn more and apply at: www.ncbionetwork.org/sam-taylor-scholarship

05/07/2026

🔔 Apply for the $5,000 SECU People Helping People Scholarship today!

The Durham Tech Financial Aid Office is currently accepting applications for the 2026 year, with a deadline of July 6, 2026. For application details, please contact the Durham Tech Financial Aid Office or email [email protected].

Eligibility criteria include:
- Attending or accepted to a North Carolina Community College
- North Carolina residency eligible for in-state tuition
- Minimum 2.5 unweighted GPA and enrollment in an associate degree, diploma, or certificate program
- Completion of FAFSA and demonstration of leadership and community involvement.

04/27/2026

📢 Scholarship Opportunity for Triangle Students!

We’re excited to share that Lenovo and the Durham Bulls are offering two $2,500 STEM scholarships for the 2026–27 school year!
If you’re a student in the Triangle area currently enrolled—or planning to enroll—in a STEM program at a North Carolina community college or university, this is a great opportunity to get support for your education.

🎓 Two recipients will be selected—one by each organization.

Know a student who might qualify? Tag them below or share this post to help spread the word!

🔗 Learn more and apply: milb.com/durham/community/lenovo-stem-scholarship-program

Lenovo and the Durham Bulls are teaming up to award two (2) scholarships of $2,500 to eligible students residing in the Triangle area who are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a STEM-based program at a North Carolina university or community college for the 2026-27 school year!

One recipient will be selected by Lenovo and one by the Durham Bulls. Know someone who's eligible? Encourage them to apply today!

Full information and applications are available at milb.com/durham/community/lenovo-stem-scholarship-program.

04/09/2026

🔔 Don’t forget to apply for the Durham Tech Foundation Scholarships! The application closes April 15th.

We’re halfway through the scholarship application period! ⏳

If you’re a current Durham Tech student and planning to be enrolled in the next school year, be sure to apply for Foundation scholarships before April 15. One easy application qualifies you for over 200 scholarships! Apply online at durhamtech.academicworks.com 💰

Questions? We’re hanging out with our friends from Durham County Public Health at Spring Fling today from 11-2 in the Main Campus quad! Or email [email protected] any time.

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