The 2023-2024 Open Door Grant supports your pursuit of in-demand career and technical education programs at NFC.

If eligible, you may receive up to $3,000 towards tuition. 

Workforce Programs Eligible in Spring 2024:

  • CDL Class A
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Florida Law Enforcement Academy
  • Correctional Officer (Traditional Correctional BRTP)
  • Crossover from Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer
  • Crossover from Law Enforcement Officer to Correctional Officer

Eligibility Requirements:

  • You have applied to NFC and intend to register in an eligible program
  • You currently are classified as a State of Florida resident
  • You are aware that Open Door funds are applied after federal and state grants, or third-party payments, to cover a maximum award equal to the amount needed to cover 100% of tuition and fees, exam costs, books, and supplies, subject to availability of funding.
  • The Open Door Grant funds are first come first serve. 

3 Steps to Apply for the Open Door Grant:

  1. Apply for admission to NFC
  2. Register/Plan to Register in eligible program
  3. Complete the Open Door Grant Application
    (New application period opens Feb. 1, 2024)

For more information, contact Financial Aid at 850-973-1621 or email financialaid@nfc.edu.