Federal Pell Grant
The Federal Pell Grant is free assistance funded by the federal government. Recipients must be enrolled in an undergraduate program leading to a certificate, associate’s or bachelor degree and meet all other required eligibility criteria.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) is free assistance funded by the federal government and awarded by COTC. Recipients must be enrolled in an undergraduate program leading to a certificate or associate’s degree and meet all other required eligibility criteria, including Satisfactory Academic Progress. SEOG is awarded to students with exceptional financial need, low Expected Family Contribution, and a Federal Pell Grant recipient.
State of Ohio Grants and Scholarships
The State of Ohio offers many grants and scholarships that directly lower your out-of-pocket education costs, including the Choose Ohio First Scholarship, Ohio Work Ready Grant and Talent Ready Grant, among others, available to students enrolled at COTC. State financial aid is awarded based on a number of factors including: areas of study, academic merit, financial need, military status and more.
Emergency Grants
Life happens and COTC is committed to helping students stay in school. Students who are facing a temporary financial struggle may be eligible for financial assistance.