Program:  Higher Education Grant

Contact:  Mike Burk
Phone:  528-3576
Email: Mike.Burk@dcyf.ri.gov 

Description:  The DCYF Post-Secondary Tuition Assistance Program is funded through two separate sources, both with somewhat different rules for eligibility. These are not true entitlement programs. DCYF receives a set amount of money each year from each funding source and gives that money out based on young adults who apply and meet eligibility criteria. Funding is also on a first-come, first-served basis meaning that young adults who apply earliest are more likely to receive funding.  It is important to apply no later than the annual deadline of June 1st because, once we have committed our funds for the year, we cannot get anymore to give out.

For an application which details eligibility criteria, go to www.dcyf.ri.gov/docs/index.php and scroll to the bottom of the page for the link