Financial Aid
Paying Tuition at Berks Technical Institute
*Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Federal Aid
Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to help you get an understanding of your personal eligibility for financial aid options, then decide how to secure any necessary student loans that you may qualify for. We know filling out your FAFSA seems daunting, but our financial services officers are here to make that process simple and secure.*
*Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Private Scholarships & Grants
We know that each person has a unique path that has brought them to BTI. To make the most of your circumstances and offset some of the tuition costs, we can help you find private scholarships and grants. We’re happy to find the right one for you and walk you through the application process if you have any questions.
Military and Veteran Financial Aid
Supporting our armed forces service members is an important part of what we do at BTI. We have insight into a variety of awards that help make your education possible. Did you know military aid extends beyond just those in service? Spouses and dependents of service members can also receive specialized awards that help make a career-readiness education more attainable.
CDL Options
Don’t let finances get in the way of getting your career on the road. Let our team talk you through the options to find you a path forward that fits your financial situation.
Options May Include:
Workforce Agency Funding
Workforce agencies can connect students with various funding options and services, including state and federal tuition assistance through grants and programs.
Veterans Funding
Veterans or eligible beneficiaries may qualify to use the GI Bill® at Berks Technical Institute. Many Veterans can qualify for more than one education benefits program. Available programs include Post 911 GI Bill (Chapter 33), Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30), Survivor and Dependents Educational Assistance Program (DEA/Chapter 35), Chapter 1606 (Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve) and Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants (Awarded to eligible students who had a parent or guardian that died as a result of military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2001). Veterans can contact the Financial Aid Office at their school location for more information or apply online at https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/ (Open Link in new window).
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill (Open Link in new window).
Scholarships
Opportunities for tuition assistance may be available to students meeting certain criteria in the form of scholarships. To see what scholarships are currently being offered for our school, please visit https://www.berks.edu/consumer-information/.
Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
A student with a physical or mental disability which may be a handicap to employment may be eligible for training services provided through the state government agency for Vocational Rehabilitation. Students desiring further information should contact the admissions office or call Vocational Rehabilitation directly.
Cash Payments
Students with available funds can choose to pay for their training directly.
Third-Party Lending
Third-party lenders can provide student loans specifically designed for educational purposes. Paramount Capital Group also offers students a private financing option. Paramount works with schools to help qualified applicants achieve success by removing financial roadblocks to enrollment. See the website for more information: https//paracap.com/borrowers/.
These options will vary by state and by campus, so reach out today.