The goal of the Opportunity Grant is to help low-income adults reach the educational tipping point in high wage, high demand careers.

Eligible students pursuing an approved program may receive funds to cover tuition and mandatory fees up to 45 credits and up to $1,000 for books and supplies per academic year.

• Washington State Resident (RCW 28B.15.012)
• Family income at or below 200% federal poverty level
• Demonstrate financial need Must apply for Financial Aid at WWW.FAFSA.ed.gov. SVI's school code is 030521.
• Enroll in Opportunity Grant approved professional/Technical programs and not already posses a degree.
  1. Administrative Office Professional (AOP)
  2. Computer-Based Accounting (CBA)
  3. Medical Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy
  4. Nursing Assistant
  5. Phlebotomy
  6. Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training (PACT)

1. Apply for Financial Aid on-line. WWW.FAFSA.ed.gov. School code is 030521.
2. Download and sign the Opportunity Grant:
   Application
   Eligibility Requirements
   Questionnaire
3. Take completed packet to the Opportunity Grant Coordinator, Joel Camacho. Office hours: Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 8:30 to 2:30, Room 610B. Packets may also be given to Tessie Gomez, Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator on all other days.