Your Future Should Feel Within Reach
Butler Tech Adult Education offers focused, career-ready training designed to help you build skills and credentials employers value without the cost or time of a traditional college path.
Explore tuition assistance, including financial aid, scholarships, veteran benefits, and other options to help make career training more affordable.
Financial Aid
Financial aid may be available to help cover tuition, fees, supplies, and living expenses while you complete your training.
Federal financial aid is available for eligible Butler Tech Adult Education programs of more than 600 hours.
- Butler Tech FAFSA School Code 015492
Cost of Attendance
Your Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of the total cost of completing your program. It includes direct educational costs, such as tuition, fees, and required supplies, along with estimated expenses for housing, transportation, and other living costs.
Review your program’s Cost of Attendance to understand your estimated expenses, plan your budget, and explore available financial aid.
Financial Aid and Tuition Assistance
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Federal financial aid is available for eligible Butler Tech Adult Education programs of more than 600 hours. Eligible students may qualify for federal Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and PLUS Loans.
Submit Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov
- Use the Butler Tech FAFSA school code: 015492.
Students using federal financial aid may also need to complete Entrance Counseling, a Master Promissory Note, and Exit Counseling through studentaid.gov.
Programs Eligible for Federal Financial Aid
Students enrolled in the following Butler Tech Adult Education programs may qualify for federal financial aid. The amount and types of aid available depend on each student’s FAFSA and individual eligibility
- Basic Police Academy
- Fire Rescue Academy
- HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration)
- Industrial Maintenance Technology
- Industrial Welding
- Licensed Practical Nursing
- LPN to RN Bridge Program
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Paramedic
Once you’ve completed your FAFSA form, contact us at 513-645-8200 to schedule an appointment with a Financial Aid Coordinator. Every new student is encouraged to schedule a financial aid advising appointment during enrollment.
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Eligible Butler Tech Adult Education students may qualify for workforce development or agency funding to help pay for career training. Funding availability and eligibility requirements vary by agency.
- Ohio Department of Higher Education
The Ohio Department of Higher Education has a Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP). If you are interested, you must submit paperwork and meet deadlines with ODHE. For more information, call 1-888-833-1133 or visit www.ohiohighered.org/nealp.
- Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA Grant) Career Connection (YOP)
Funding options may be available from these agencies for students who qualify. Contact your local Ohio Means Jobs office to see if you qualify for the WIOA grant that can provide either partial or total financial aid to cover the cost of tuition, books, and supplies for our programs.
- Easterseals
Easterseals provides services to students 16-24 years old, and Ohio Means Jobs manages the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) program. Partial to total aid may be available to cover tuition, books and supplies. Contact your local Easterseals office to see if you qualify.
- Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)
Funding may be available from this local agency for students with physical, mental or emotional disabilities that present a handicap to employment. Partial to total aid may be available to cover tuition, books and supplies. Contact your local or area OOD office. Information is available at www.ood.ohio.gov.
- Students are encouraged to explore external scholarships offered by organizations outside of Butler Tech. Many of the opportunities listed below have been successfully used by past students to help cover tuition. Eligibility requirements and application processes vary by provider. For questions, please contact the organization directly. Details are subject to change year-to-year.HVAC/R and Industrial Welding – Women committed to a career in the construction industry in Tri-State areaCommercial Driver’s License TrainingSenior graduating from Career Technical high schoolCurrent Senior in High School who’s native or home language is not EnglishWoman returning to education later in life who plans to pursue a career along the I-75 business corridor between Cincinnati and Dayton.Licensed Practical Nursing studentFemale, US or Canadian citizen, who has had 24 consecutive months as a nonstudent and within 18 months of completing educational program. Email Oxford P.E.O. women’s philanthropic organization contacts emkiper@gmail.com and jaimiepribble@gmail.com for more information about applying.Children of Marine CorpAdult learners residing in Franklin, Madison Twp, Middletown, Monroe, or Trenton, OHScholarship for future Welders, application process opens in JanuaryHamilton Community Foundation Adult Scholarships
Adult learners residing in the greater Hamilton, Ohio area with financial need.Technical Trades, CDL, and LPN StudentsGraduating high school SeniorParamedic Students16-26 years of age on track to enroll at vocational-technical schoolWomen born outside the U.S. - The Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP) provides financial assistance to Ohio students enrolled for at least half-time study (or accepted for enrollment) in an approved Ohio nurse education program. NEALP provides funding for nurses who intend to serve as instructors or students who intend to serve as nurses in Ohio after graduation.Funding Type: Loan.Funding is provided by an educational surcharge on the biennial licensure renewal fee paid by all licensed LPNs and RNs.Recipient must serve as a full-time nurse in Ohio for five years to qualify for 100 percent loan cancellation.Annual award for the 2025-2026 academic year was:
- $1,002/year for LPNs; and
- $1,800/year for Diploma RNs
Eligibility Requirements
An applicant must:
- Be an Ohio resident.
- Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident.
- Be enrolled in or be accepted for enrollment approved nurse education programs in Ohio colleges, universities, hospitals, or vocational schools.
- Not be in default or owe a refund to any Federal Financial Aid program.
- Maintain an academic record which places the student in good academic standings within the institution.
- Be enrolled at least half‐time each term, which is defined as an academic course load that is at least one‐half of the normal full‐time course load, as determined by the institution.
Deadline
Students may apply after January 1 and before July 15 of each year. Notification of acceptance or denial for NEALP funding will be sent the first week of September.
Steps to Apply
- Go here to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
- Go here and follow the instructions to complete the NEALP application process.
(Please Note: NEALP does not automatically renew; students need to reapply annually)
Feel free to call 614-466-3561 with any questions. Learn more at https://highered.ohio.gov/educators/financial-aid/sgs/nealp
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Keep your momentum going after high school! Graduates of Butler Tech High School programs, satellite programs, and associate school districts can receive a 10% tuition discount when they enroll in a full-time Adult Education program within one year of graduation.
Programs Eligible for the 10% Tuition Discount
The discount is available for the following full-time programs of more than 600 hours:
- Fire Rescue Academy
- HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration)
- Industrial Maintenance Technology
- Industrial Welding
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
- LPN to RN Bridge Program
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Paramedic
Note: The 10% tuition discount does not apply to high school LPN students continuing into Adult Education for Quarters 3 and 4.
Associate Schools
- Edgewood City Schools
- Fairfield City School District
- Hamilton City Schools
- Lakota Local Schools
- Madison Local Schools
- Middletown City Schools
- Monroe Local Schools
- New Miami Local School District
- Northwest Local School District
- Ross Local Schools
- Talawanda School District
Think you qualify? Mention the recent graduate tuition discount during your financial aid meeting.
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Thank You for Your Service
Butler Tech proudly supports veterans, active-duty service members, and eligible military family members as they pursue career training. We are honored to help you use your VA Education Benefits to prepare for your next career.
VA-Approved Programs
The following Butler Tech Adult Education programs are approved by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for eligible VA Education Benefits:
- Basic Police Academy
- CDL Commercial Driver’s License (Class A & Class B)
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Fire Rescue Academy
- Firefighter 1 & 2
- HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration)
- Industrial Maintenance Technology
- Industrial Welding
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
- LPN to RN Bridge
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Paramedic
- Phlebotomy
How to Use Your VA Education Benefits
To begin processing your VA Education Benefits at Butler Tech, complete the VA Checklist and submit the following documents to your financial aid contact:
- Completed VA Checklist
- DD-214
- Military Transcript
- Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy: Joint Services Transcript (JST)
- Air Force and Space Force: Air University Transcript
- Alternative transcript ordering: Parchment
- Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
First-Time VA Education Benefit Users
If you have never used your VA Education Benefits, you will need to:
- Apply for benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Receive your Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
- Submit your COE and required documents to Butler Tech.
The amount of your education benefits is determined by your length of military service and your VA benefit chapter listed on your Certificate of Eligibility.
If you plan to use federal financial aid in addition to your VA benefits, you should also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Returning VA Education Benefit Users
If you have previously used your VA Education Benefits at another institution, complete the:
- VA Form 22-1995 – Request for Change of Program or Place of Training
Selective Reserve Students
If you are using Selective Reserve (Chapter 1606) benefits, you will also need to submit:
- DD Form 2384 – Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE)
Your commanding officer can assist you with obtaining this form.
Payment Information
How your tuition is paid depends on your VA benefit chapter.
Chapter 33 (Post-9/11 GI Bill®)
Tuition is paid directly to Butler Tech by the Department of Veterans Affairs. If you provide your Certificate of Eligibility before classes begin, you may be able to start your program without making full tuition payment upfront.
Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E)
Tuition is paid directly to Butler Tech. Before classes begin, Butler Tech must receive a Purchase Order (PO) from your VR&E counselor.
All Other VA Benefit Chapters
For all other benefit chapters, the VA pays benefits directly to the student. Students are responsible for paying Butler Tech and may:
- Pay out of pocket, or
- Apply for federal financial aid by completing the FAFSA, if eligible.
Helpful Resources
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This calculator is intended to provide estimated net price information (defined as estimated cost of attendance — including tuition and required fees, books and supplies, room and board (meals), and other related expenses — minus estimated grant and scholarship aid) to current and prospective students and their families based on what similar students paid in a previous year.