Financial Aid

Loans | Military Tuition Assistance | VA Education Benefits | Workforce Investment Act Funding | FAQ

The majority of financial aid programs such as the Pell Grant, Stafford Loan or the HOPE Grant are only available to students attending credit courses. Since Continuing Education at Kennesaw State University does not offer credit courses, we are unable to process these traditional forms of financial aid. There are, however, a few programs available through non-profit and for-profit organizations.

Loans

Before selecting a loan program, research which financing options best meets your needs. Be careful to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each available choice as these financial program all vary in repayment timelines, APRs and more. Some additional factors to consider before financing include:

• Investigate every financing option and program available.
• Look for a plan that offers the most flexibility in repayments and charges a reasonable rate.
• Borrow as little as possible.
• Understand your personal credit history. Personal credit information can be found at the following agencies; Equifax, Experian, and Trans Union. Georgia residents can receive a free credit report from these credit agencies by calling the following numbers:
  • Equifax: 1-800-685-1111
  • Experian: 1-888-397-3742
  • Trans Union: 1-800-888-4213

Financial Services Companies

• Key Bank
  1-800-KEY-LEND (1-800-539-5363)
• Wells Fargo
  1-800-869-3557
• SLM Financial Corporation (Sallie Mae) Career Loans
  1-877-834-9851
  (School Code: 603206)

If you have any questions after reviewing the various loan programs, please contact Karen Stark at 770-420-4450.

Military Tuition Assistance

Tuition assistance is available for eligible members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines who wish to attend Continuing Education at Kennesaw State University. For further information, please contact Colleen Radbill at cradbill@kennesaw.edu.

VA Education Benefits

With approval from the Georgia Department of Veterans Service, Continuing Education at Kennesaw State University offers a wide variety of technical and non-technical certificate programs. Honorably discharged military personnel who meet program requirements can use their VA education benefits to pay for certificate training. Please note that the VA does not usually cover 100% of tuition and expenses. For information regarding requirements, your personal benefits, or to apply, please contact the VA at 1-888-GIBILL1 or visit http://www.gibill.va.gov.

Certificate programs approved for VA funding include:

• Access Database Certificate
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Event & Meeting Planning Certificate
• Human Resources Certificate
• Kennesaw Internet Professional (KIP)
• Landscape Horticulture Certificate
• Logistics Management Certificate
• Medical Billing Insurance Specialist
• Medical Coding - Advanced
• Medical Office Assistant (MOA)
• Microsoft Office Certificate
• Paralegal Certificate
• Patient Care Technician
• Personal Trainer Certificate
• Pharmacy Technician
• Technical Writing - Basic & Advanced

For further information, contact Colleen Radbill at cradbill@kennesaw.edu.

Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Funding

A wide range of free services are available to job seekers at one-stop workforce centers, including job search assistance and job matching; labor market information about high-demand jobs and salary ranges; help in exploring training/education opportunities; and financial aid application assistance. Contact the one-stop workforce center serving your area to learn about the specific services available in your community, and to learn about new customer orientations. 

Some customers are eligible for Workforce Investment Act funding if certain criteria or conditions are met. Eligibility requirements for training services are somewhat different in each area, based on local workforce needs. Job seekers must work with a career counselor to determine eligibility for funding.

Career counselors are available for customers who want more intensive help with:

• Exploring careers and assessing skills, abilities and interests
• Learning about specialized services for persons who are laid off, persons with disabilities, and older workers
• Addressing special needs or circumstances that have made it hard to get or keep a job
• Putting together a financial aid strategy to help meet the expenses of education and training
• Getting support services such as childcare or transportation while attending school or working

Contact the one-stop workforce center serving your area to learn about the specific services available in your community, and to learn about new customer orientations.

Certificate programs approved for WIA funding include:

Eligibility requirements for training services may vary in different areas, based on local workforce needs. For further information, contact Colleen Radbill at 770-423-6529 or cradbill@kennesaw.edu.