A circular logo with a buffalo silhouette in the center. Text reads “WYOMING WORKS” at the top, “LEARN A SKILL THAT PAYS!” at the bottom, and “Eastern Wyoming College” along the outer edge.Wyoming Works

Want To Learn a New Skill That Pays?

Are you a returning adult? Wyoming Works program can help you pay for college!

Wyoming Works provides programs and resources for adult students to learn a skill and secure employment. The program makes available individual grants for students enrolling in approved programs.

Eastern Wyoming College offers degrees and certificate programs supported by a grant program through the state of Wyoming. Wyoming Works (WW) grants can help you pay for training that leads to a great job. Award amounts vary, up to $3360 per calendar year. For full details of this state funded program, visit the legislation page. Below is a summary.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must complete the FAFSA form, demonstrating financial need.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must be a Wyoming resident.
  • As required, must be registered in an approved program.
  • Must maintain satisfactory academic progress in the program.

You are not eligible if:

  • You are currently receiving or eligible to receive the Hathaway scholarship.
  • You are currently in default on a federal Title IV education loan.
  • You owe a refund under a federal Title IV student financial aid program or a subsequently enacted similar federal student financial aid program, or a student financial aid program administered

There are 3 steps to apply for Wyoming Works:

  1. Apply for Admission to EWC: Apply Here
  2. File and Complete FAFSA
  3. Complete the Wyoming Works Grant application. Indicate your program of interest.
  4. All steps must be complete prior to the start of classes of the term for which you are applying.

Wyoming Works approved programs at EWC:

 

Certificate AS Degree AAS Degree
Beef Production X
Business Administration X X
CDL X
Certified Nursing Assistant X
Certified Nursing Assistant II X
Farm and Ranch Management X
Medical Assistant (pending approval) X
Machine Tool Technology X
Plate Welding X
Modern Agriculture Systems X
Veterinary Aide X
Veterinary Technology X
Welding and Joining X X
Welding and Joining Specialist X