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Flagler Technical College

Financial Aid

Financial Aid and Scholarships

FTC offers several ways to help fund your education including financial aid, local agency sponsorships, and scholarships. Current and prospective students can contact the FTC Financial Aid Specialist to gain an understanding of these options. The financial aid and scholarship information found on this page provides several tuition assistance resources. Please note that this is not a conclusive list, and that some financial aid options have restrictions.

FAFSA

All students seeking financial aid are required to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Not only is it important to complete the FAFSA for the purposes of applying for Federal Aid for “Pell Approved” programs, but it is also requirement for several funding sources, and can be a factor in scholarship applications.

Application Process

Create a FSA ID

  • Visit the Federal Student Aid website.

  • If you are a dependent student or under the age of 25, your parents/guardians will also need to create a FSA ID.
Complete a FAFSA Application
  • Visit the Federal Student Aid website.
  • FTC’s Federal School Code is 041583. You may enter additional school codes during your application id needed.
  • If you filed tax returns, use the “Link to IRS” tab to directly download your tax information into your application.
  • If you need assistance with your online application or FSA ID, please call 800-433-3243.
Schedule a Financial Aid Appointment
  • After meeting with the registrar to complete the registration process, contact the FTC Financial Aid Specialist at 386-447-4345 x1199 to begin processing your FAFSA.
  • The Financial Aid Specialist will review your application and advise you of verification requirements or any other information pertaining to your FAFSA.
  • Request tax return transcripts online or by calling 800-908-9946.
  • Only accepted students will be awarded and provided financial aid documents.
  • The deadline for completion of the financial aid process is two weeks prior to the start of the student's program.

Financial Aid and Scholarship Resources

To create an estimate of annual expenses for students enrolled in FTC Programs, visit the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) website to use their Net Price Calculator. 

  • FTC accepts Bright Futures Scholarships and Florida Prepaid accounts. Please contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.

  • CareerSource BFV provides job search assistance, employment counseling, career planning, assistance with training, and other employment support activities in Brevard, Flagler, and Volusia Counties.

    CareerSource BFV acquires training funds from a variety of sources with specific constraints. Training is exclusively available for occupations specified on the Regional Targeted Occupations List and sponsorships for training is applicable only to schools and programs listed on their state-approved training provider roster. Flagler Technical College is a state-approved training provider for select programs.

    Daytona Beach Career Center & Administrative Offices
    359 Bill France Blvd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Monday–Thursday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm,
    Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
     

    Palm Coast Center
    20 Airport Road, Suite E. Palm Coast, FL 32164
    Monday–Thursday, 9:00 am-12:00 pm & 1:00 pm-6:00pm
    Friday, 8:00 am-12:00 pm

    If you would like to make an appointment: (321) 504-7600

  • The Federal Pell Grant is available to students at FTC who are enrolled in the following programs and need financial assistance for tuition, lab and program fees:

    • Cosmetology
    • Early Childhood Education
    • Heavy Equipment Operations Technician
    • Medical Assisting
    Eligibility

    Students must have a high school diploma or GED, complete the financial process before the financial aid deadline and have satisfactory progress and attendance throughout the program. 

  • The Florida Governor’s Council on Indian Affairs (FGCIA) provides employment and training assistance for American Indians/Native Americans, Native Alaskans, and Native Hawaiians.

    The council is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization that operates the Employment and Training Program as a Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Native American grantee through the U.S. Department of Labor. The organization is responsible for the allocation and distribution of this funding to economically disadvantaged, unemployed, underemployed Native American, Native Alaskan, and Native Hawaiian students residing in the states of Florida and Georgia, for job training and educational purpose.

    Florida Governor’s Council on Indian Affairs, Inc.
    Employment and Training Program
    1111 E. Tennessee St., Suite 100
    Tallahassee, FL 32308
    800-322-9186
    FGCIA Website

  • The Florida Public Postsecondary Career Education Student Assistance Grant (FSAG-CE) is a need-based, state-funded grant and is utilized for fees, books and supplies. FSAG-CE grant monies are limited and are based on need and availability of funds.

    All students must apply for the Federal Pell Grant, be a Florida resident and a U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen, and enrolled in a certificate program of 450 or more clock hours to be eligible to receive the FSAG-CE grant. Students must maintain acceptable GPA and attendance (per SAP) throughout the program.

  • The Teacher Education and Compensation Helps (TEACH) Early Childhood Scholarship Program is funded by the Florida Office of Early Learning. The program provides scholarships for early care educators to work toward earning an associate and/or bachelor degree or credentials in early childhood education.

    TEACH website

  • The Flagler Technical College Scholarship helps local students in financial need achieve success through career and technical education. 

    The scholarship is funded by proceeds generated from the Flagler Home & Lifestyle Show, FTC fundraising events, and charitable contributions. FTC Scholarship award amounts vary depending on available funding, and the financial need of the applicant. Scholarships may be used to assist students with funding their education at Flagler Technical College. Awards will only cover a portion of a qualifying student’s tuition/materials expenses.

    Eligibility

    Eligibility is based on one of the following criteria: major academic improvement, overcoming extreme hardship, and/or excellent attendance. Students must be accepted as a student at FTC, complete a FAFSA application, demonstrate a need for funding, and be a resident of Florida for at least one year.

    Applications

    Scholarship applications may be requested from the FTC Financial Aid Specialist. Students must complete a scholarship application, submit an essay, and complete an interview process to be considered for a scholarship award. Please read all rules and instructions carefully—only fully completed applications will be accepted for review.

    FTC scholarships are awarded as funds are available, and are based on the scholarship committee’s approval. Scholarships may be renewable upon presentation of the previous semester's grades showing successful completion of the courses.

  • Open Door Grant Program 

    The Open Door Grant Program (ODGP) is a financial aid program for students at a school district Postsecondary Technical Career Center to incentivize current and future workers to enroll in career and technical education programs that lead to a credential, certificate, or degree.

     This opportunity offers students in eligible programs a maximum award amount equal to 100% of tuition and fees, exams or assessment costs, books and related materials after all other federal and state financial aid is applied. This is subject to the availability of funds.

     Student Eligibility: Students must meet the following criteria in order to receive Open Door Grant Program Financial Assistance funds. 

    • You have applied and intend to register in an “Eligible” program, or are currently registered in an “Eligible” program.  
    • You are a Florida Resident for one year (Proof of Residency required)  
    • You are aware that Open Door Grant Program (ODGP) funds are applied after federal and state grants to cover a maximum award equal to the amount needed to cover 100% of tuition and fees, exam or assessment costs, books and supplies.
    • You understand that Open Door Grant Program (ODGP) funds are subject to availability

    FTC Programs Eligible for the Open Door Grant Program funding

    □ Emergency Medical Technician-ATD                    □ Nursing Assistant (Articulated)

    □ Commercial Vehicle Driving                                  □ Phlebotomy

  • The Northeast Florida Community Action Agency's (NFCAA) is collaborating with community partners to stabilize vulnerable households and empower families in Northeast Florida to achieve self-sufficiency through education, employment, and advocacy. Their vision is a community where all individuals and families achieve their potential through education, financial stability and healthy lives alleviating the devastating effects of poverty. NFCAA provides financial support for FTC students who qualify for their program.

    NFCAA Flagler Office
    703 East Moody Blvd Suite #4, Bunnell, FL 32110
    Phone: 386-313-2506
    NFCAA website

  • The Bureau of State Approving Agency for Veteran Training has approved FTC to provide certificate training programs to qualified veterans and their dependents who are eligible for education benefits. Veterans should check with the VA School Certifying Official in the Financial Aid office to apply for, or re-activate their VA educational entitlements.

    U.S. Military Veterans may be eligible for a wide range of benefits through the VA. Visit the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs website for more information about training and benefits for veterans.

    Flagler County Veterans Services
    1769 East Moody Blvd., Building 2, Suite 108
    Phone: 386-313-4014

    Volusia County Veterans Services
    1845 Holsonback Dr, Daytona Beach, FL 32117
    Phone: 386-254-4646

    Helpful links:

    Education Benefits for Veterans by State

    A Guide to Financial Aid and Scholarships for Veterans

    Scholarship Guide for Families and Dependents of Military Service Members and Veterans

  • The Florida Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a division of the Department of Education. VR is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job.

    Students may be eligible for VR services if their goal is to become employed and their physical or mental disability interferes with their ability to become employe. If a student receives Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for their disability, they are presumed eligible for VR services. For information about VR financial aid opportunities, visit the Vocational Rehabilitation website.

    Flagler/Volusia
    Daytona Beach Unit 11A
    210 North Palmetto Ave., Suite 144 Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Phone: 386-615-6111

    St. Johns/Putnam
    St. Augustine Unit 08E
    25 Deltona Blvd. Suite 3 St. Augustine, FL 32086
    Phone: 904-797-6250