Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant

The Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant is a financial aid program for adults that addresses workforce needs by helping adults pursue a certificate, degree, or industry-recognized credential in an area designated as high need. More than 90 programs of study at OTC have been designated as eligible.

Fast Track is designed to ensure, when combined with other state and federal non-loan financial aid, that tuition and fees are fully covered. If all tuition and fees are covered by another aid program, qualified students will receive an award of up to $500.

The 2023-24 Fast Track application applies to summer 2023, fall 2023, and spring 2024. The 2024-25 Fast Track application will apply to summer 2024, fall 2024, and spring 2025, however, the state of Missouri has not yet made it available. We will notify students once the 2024-25 Fast Track application opens, which will likely be in late July.

Am I Eligible?

You are 25 years or older.
- OR: You are under 25 and have not been enrolled in any school within the last two years.
You are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
You have been a Missouri resident for at least two years prior to receiving the grant.
- Exceptions apply for active duty military and spouses transferred to Missouri.
You have not earned a bachelor’s degree.
You are planning to enroll at least half-time (6+ credit hours) in a Fast Track eligible program.
You have an Adjusted Gross Income, as documented on your most recent Missouri 1040 tax form (or federal 1040 form if you’re active duty military), of $80,000 or less for married individuals filing jointly or $40,000 or less if filing in any other status.

Renewal students must:

Reapply every year
Meet all above requirements
Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress
Maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

FAST TRACK FAQs

How Do I Apply?

Find a Fast Track approved program at OTC
Complete the steps for admission to OTC
Complete the 2023-24 FAFSA for summer 2024. Complete the 2024-25 FAFSA for fall 2024, spring 2025, summer 2025.
- If you are participating in a short-term professional development/continuing education courses or an apprenticeship, the FAFSA is not required.
Apply for the Fast Track grant through the State Financial Aid Portal.
- Go to “How do I apply for Fast Track?” under the FAST TRACK FAQs for more information on completing the application.
  - The 2023-24 Fast Track application applies to summer 2023, fall 2023, and spring 2024.
  - The 2024-25 Fast Track application will apply to summer 2024, fall 2024, and spring 2025. It is expected to open in late July 2024.

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Have questions about Fast Track? Email fasttrack@otc.edu.