Financial Assistance for Non-Credit Training Resulting in Industry Credentials (FANTIC)
Fantastic Opportunities Made Possible with FANTIC
Short-term credential programs are now eligible for tuition assistance through FANTIC. The income guidelines allow more students to apply for and receive assistance with the costs of obtaining in-demand industry credentials.
All FastForward approved programs are eligible for FANTIC. For a full list, go here.
Income Guidelines
Applicants must qualify for FastForward and demonstrate that their household adjusted gross income is 200% or below that of the national federal poverty level. Determined by the 2021 HUD Guidelines for Virginia:
| Persons in Family/Household | Poverty Guidelines | FANTIC 200% of Poverty (Poverty Guideline x 2) | FANTIC 300% of Poverty (Poverty Guideline x 3) | FANTIC 400% of Poverty (Poverty Guidelines x 4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12,880 | $25,760 | $38,640 | $51,520 |
| 2 | $17,420 | $34,840 | $52,260 | $69,680 |
| 3 | $21,960 | $43,920 | $65,880 | $87,840 |
| 4 | $26,500 | $53,000 | $79,500 | $106,000 |
| 5 | $31,040 | $62,080 | $93,120 | $124,160 |
| 6 | $35,580 | $71,160 | $106,740 | $142,320 |
| 7 | $40,120 | $80,240 | $120,360 | $160,480 |
| 8 | $44,660 | $89,320 | $133,980 | $178,640 |
For more information
For full criteria, contact a Career Navigator: careernavigators@virginiawestern.edu