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Pell Eligible

Pell eligible individuals include

  • Individuals with financial need or federal financial aid (pell grants)
  • Individuals from economically disadvantaged families, including low-income youth and adults.
  • Students who are a member of a household that meets the Federal income poverty eligibility guidelines for free and reduced-price meals

From side hustle to survival: Navigating first jobs that don’t pay enough

By Toni Frana, Career Expert at Zety.com 

As new graduates embark on their career with excitement and anticipation, it’s possible that they may face some unexpected challenges. The job market is challenging right now, and the latest figures from …

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Financial Wellness Tips for College Students

Money is one of those necessary evils of life. Sure, it can be fun when we’ve got some extra money to spend on cool stuff, but there will be times when we struggle to make ends meet, which can be …

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What Is the Debt Snowball Method and How Does It Work?

Getting rid of debt becomes a lot easier when you set up a plan and have the discipline to stick to it. That’s why finance experts came up with debt repayment plans like the debt snowball method.

The gist of …

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Resources

Career Coach

Career Coach is a web-based service that helps identify strengths, explore in-demand careers, and find the right program to achieve …

Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)

To support all families in accessing high-quality child care, the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides financial assistance to low-income …

The Strategies to Empower People (STEP) Vocational Education Program

The Strategies to Empower People (STEP) Vocational Education Program, funded by the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), …

Work Ready U: Adult Education Program

Do any of these sound like you?

Imagine what you can do with Work Ready U at Baton Rouge Community …

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Need help paying your energy bills? Find out if you’re eligible and learn how to apply through Louisiana Housing Corporation.