FUNDING RESOURCES

Paying for Your Training

An honest look at what's available, directly through AHEA and through outside organizations.

VA & FEDERAL AID

Where We Stand Today

AHEA is not currently approved to accept VA education benefits (Post-9/11 GI Bill) or Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

DIRECT FROM AHEA

In-House Financing


AHEA offers in-house financing options and partners with a few local banking institutions to help with your financial needs. Contact admissions to discuss what's available to you.

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

Third-Party Funding & Scholarship Resources

These are independent organizations, not operated by AHEA. Some listings below have open questions we're still resolving with the business, so read the notes before relying on them.

MikeroweWORKS Foundation

Awards scholarships to anyone pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The application process is simple and only takes a few minutes.

mikeroweworks.org→

P.E.O. International


A women's organization that helps women pursuing operator training and education, with low-rate student loans and scholarships of up to $12,500.

Call (515) 255-3153

Wyoming Vocation Rehabilitation Services

Offers funding for individuals with a disability, for example ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, or other learning or hearing disabilities. Every state has a vocational rehabilitation program.

Call (307) 777-8650, or find your state's office

Ticket to Work (Social Security Administration)

For individuals receiving SSI or SSDI, funds education and work participation while letting you maintain your SSI benefits.

ssa.gov/work→

WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act)

A federal grant that helps cover education costs for individuals, awarded based on income. If you're low income, you may qualify.

ncaworks.com or (501) 628-6650→