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 400% or below that of the national federal poverty level. Determined by the 2021 HUD Guidelines for Virginia:
| Persons in Family/Household |
Poverty Guideline | 400 Percent of Poverty (Poverty Guidelines x 4) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12,760 | $51,040 |
| 2 | 17,240 | $68,960 |
| 3 | 21,720 | $86,880 |
| 4 | 26,200 | $104,800 |
| 5 | 30,680 | $122,720 |
| 6 | 35,160 | $140,640 |
| 7 | 39,640 | $158,560 |
| 8 | 44,120 | $176,480 |
For more information
For full criteria, contact a Career Navigator: careernavigators@virginiawestern.edu