Other Types of Financial Assistance
Vocational Rehabilitation
Funds provided may cover the cost of training at WGTC for students with certain permanent disabilities that prevent employment. Vocational Rehabilitation offers services which may include counseling and guidance, college or university training, work readiness and on the job support. A student who is eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation funds must also meet WGTC’s admission requirements and must apply for financial aid. Contact the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency at (844) 367-4872 or https://gvs.georgia.gov for more information.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Economically disadvantaged students or dislocated workers may receive financial assistance with occupational skills training. A student who is eligible for WIOA funding must also meet WGTC’s admission requirements and must apply for all available financial aid assistance.
Contact the WIOA representative in your county of residence for assistance.
- Carroll and Heard Counties 770.830.2202
- Troup, Coweta, and Meriwether Counties 706.756.4653
- Haralson, Paulding, and Polk Counties 770.824.5246
- Douglas County 770.920.4104
Foundation Scholarships
Foundation scholarships are available each semester for students at West Georgia Technical College. Students must be enrolled in a certificate, diploma, or degree program to qualify. Applications and criteria for West Georgia Technical College local scholarships are available through the college website at https://www.westgatech.edu/discover-wgtc/foundation/foundation-scholarship/. Students with demonstrated financial need will be given priority.