Gainesville Economic Development

Corporation Scholarships

 

The Gainesville Economic Development Corporation has generously offered twenty $1,000 scholarships to eligible students who want to enroll in the HVAC Technician I and Welding programs.


Who is eligible?

Must be a Cooke County resident

Must be between the ages of 18 and 25 years of age


What programs does the scholarship cover?

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician I (HVAC)

Combination Welding for High School Students in Cooke County

 
Does the scholarship cover all tuition?

No; the scholarship covers $1,000 in tuition. The remaining portions of the tuition must be paid before enrollment is secured.

HVAC: $1,850 tuition remainder

Combination Welding for High School Students: $150


How do I apply?

Click here to download the GEDC Scholarship for HVAC application

Click here to download the GEDC High School Scholarship for Welding.


Need more information? Contact Robin, Lifelong Learning Career Advisor

972-498-6272 or rjett@nctc.edu

Man welding sheet metal

"The GEDC Scholarship was SO cool. I got to learn a skill that is really useful, and for almost half the cost of regular tuition. Now I'm an HVAC Tech pulling in $900 per week. Sweet!" - Mike R.

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