State
Leveraging Educational Assistance Programs (LEAP): is a state grant program available to Wyoming residents who are eligible Pell grant applicants. Funds are limited and are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis and vary in amount from $250 to $800 annually. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Aid Form (FAFSA) in order to determine their eligibility.
Wyoming Dependents of Firefighters, Peace Officers, and Emergency Medical Technician: Provides free tuition and general fees for eligible dependents (under 22 years of age and the time of the death of their parent or guardian) of Wyoming firefighters, peace officers, and EMTs who die in the line of duty. Maybe used up to 10 semesters at the University of Wyoming and/or any Wyoming community college (not to exceed six semesters at the community college level). Applications are available in the CWC Financial Aid Office.
Wyoming Investment in Nursing Loans (WYIN): provides financial assistance to prospective nurses in the form of loans. In return for these loans the nurses agree to engage in the practice of their profession within the state of Wyoming for a period of years or repay the loan in cash. Loans are available up to a maximum of $3600 annually for a maximum of two years. Applications are forwarded to the incoming Freshmen nursing class each year.
Veterans' Aid
Central Wyoming College has been approved by both state and federal Veterans Administrations to offer training to veterans under the various public laws pertaining to financial aid for veterans. Students who have been discharged from the armed forces after September 1, 1968 may be eligible to receive federal educational aid under the provisions of Public Law 89-358 or 815. Applications may be made through the Financial Aid Office at CWC.
Children of deceased veterans or veterans rated 100 percent disabled due to military service in World War II, Korean or Vietnam conflicts may qualify for federal educational aid under provisions of Public Law 634. Application may be made through the Financial Aid Office at CWC
Wyoming Education Assistance for Veterans and Survivors (Wyoming Statute 19-14-106):
Vocational Rehabilitation
The State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Department of Health and Social Services offer aid to students who are handicapped. Services include vocational counseling, payment of tuition and fees, and a provision for textbooks. Contact the nearest office of Department of Vocational Rehabilitation.