WGU Missouri and the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant Get a grant, and get started on your educational journey.
Grants are available to help pay for your bachelor's degree.
Now is the chance to pursue the degree you've been waiting for. WGU and Fast Track are helping Missouri students start their education and get a bachelor's degree. This grant could help you change your life by potentially paying your FULL tuition. You don't have to repay grant money, and the Fast Track Grant is applied to your tuition and fees after government assistance is used, which could result in no out-of-pocket costs or a free degree!
What is Fast Track?
The Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant is a new financial aid program for adults beginning with the 2020–21 academic year. The grant addresses workforce needs by helping adults pursue a certificate, degree, or industry-recognized credential in an area designated as high need.
Who is it for?
- Missouri residents who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
- Recipients who will maintain Missouri residency and work in Missouri for three years after graduation. Individuals who do not meet this criteria risk the grant becoming a loan that must be repaid with interest.
- Individuals who are 25 years or older or individuals who have not been enrolled in any school within the last two years.
- Students who have not earned a bachelor's degree and are planning to enroll part time or full time.
- Individuals who make no more than $80,000 filing jointly, or no more than $40,000 per year, filing any other tax status.
When and how do I apply?
Applications and awards are available throughout the year. Your first steps are to complete the WGU Missouri application and the Free Application for Student Financial Aid (FAFSA). There are no deadlines for the application or FAFSA, but both must be completed before a student can receive an award. The Fast Track Grant doesn't need to be paid back, and could end up paying for your entire tuition and fee amounts. Grant funding is on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait, apply now before funds run out!
Choose the WGU bachelor's degree program that's right for you.
These WGU bachelor's degree programs are all eligible for Fast Track grants:
BUSINESS
Business Administration - Accounting
Business Administration - Healthcare Management
Business Administration - Management
INFORMATION TECH
Cloud Computing
Computer Science
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Data Management/Data Analytics
Information Technology
Network Operations and Security
Software Development
HEALTH
EDUCATION
Mathematics Education (Secondary)
Mathematics Education (Middle Grades)
Science Education (Middle Grades)
Science Education (Secondary Biological Science)
Science Education (Secondary Chemistry)
Science Education (Secondary Earth Science)
Science Education (Secondary Physics)
Special Education
Apply to WGU
First, find and enroll in an approved program at an eligible institution, like WGU.
File the FAFSA
Next, complete the 2020–21 FAFSA using tax information from 2018.
Start Fast Track
Beginning August 5th, create a login at the Missouri state portal and complete the Fast Track application.
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Teaching Degrees
BACHELOR'S WITH LICENSURE
Special Education and Elementary Education (Dual Licensure) – B.A.
Mathematics Education (Middle Grades) – B.S.
Mathematics Education (Secondary) – B.S.
Science Education (Middle Grades) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Chemistry) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Physics) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Biological Science) – B.S.
Science Education (Secondary Earth Science) – B.S.
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MASTER'S WITH LICENSURE
Teaching, Elementary Education – M.A.
Teaching, English Education (Secondary) – M.A.
Teaching, Mathematics (Middle Grades) – M.A.
Teaching, Mathematics (Secondary) – M.A.
Teaching, Science (Secondary) – M.A.
Teaching, Special Education (K-12) – M.A.
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GRADUATE DEGREES FOR LICENSED TEACHERS
Curriculum & Instruction – M.S.
Learning and Technology – M.Ed.
English Language Learning (PreK-12) Endorsement Preparation
Science Education (Middle Grades) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Chemistry) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Physics) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Biological Science) – M.A.
Science Education (Secondary Earth Science) – M.A.
IT Degrees
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance – B.S.
Data Management/Data Analytics – B.S.
Network Operations and Security – B.S.
Health Information Management – B.S. (from the College of Health Professions)
Information Technology Management – B.S. Business Administration (from the College of Business)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance – M.S.
Information Technology Management – M.S.
MBA Information Technology Management (from the College of Business)
Business Degrees
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Business Management – B.S. Business Administration
Healthcare Management – B.S. Business Administration
Human Resource Management – B.S. Business Administration
Information Technology Management – B.S. Business Administration
Marketing – B.S. Business Administration
Accounting – B.S. Business Administration
Health Information Management – B.S. (from the College of Health Professions)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Master of Business Administration
MBA Information Technology Management
Master of Health Leadership (from the College of Health Professions)
Management and Leadership – M.S.
Data Analytics – M.S. (from the College of Information Technology)
Healthcare & Nursing Degrees
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Nursing (RN to BSN online) – B.S.
Health Information Management – B.S.
Health Services Coordination – B.S.
Healthcare Management – B.S. Business Administration (from the College of Business)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Nursing - Education (BSN to MSN) – M.S.
Nursing – Leadership and Management (BSN to MSN) – M.S.
Nursing – Nursing Informatics (BSN to MSN) – M.S.
Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (BSN to MSN Option) – M.S. (Available in select states)
Nursing – Education (RN to MSN Option) – M.S.
Nursing – Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option) – M.S.
Nursing – Nursing Informatics (RN to MSN Option) – M.S.
MBA Healthcare Management (from the College of Business)