Laid off? Community College will help you!

Community College of Philadelphia
Opportunity Now Program

Community College of Philadelphia's Opportunity Now Program is a tuition-free opportunity for laid off Philadelphians. Opportunity Now applies to Philadelphia residents who have been laid off permanently or indefinitely from a full-time, non-seasonal position.

For more information, call (215) 751-8193 or http://www.ccp.edu/site/prospective/opportunity_now.php

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant must be a resident of Philadelphia County* and must be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien.
• Applicant must have been laid off permanently or indefinitely from a full-time "non-seasonal" position.
• Applicant must have a letter from the former employer on official company stationery stating the actual date of the layoff and a statement that the former employee lost a "non-seasonal" full-time job through no fault of his or her own, but due to the economic climate. The applicant must also supply a copy of his/her last pay stub.
• Applicant will follow the regular admissions, advising and registration procedures. College staff will assist students in an attempt to secure the necessary financial aid to continue further studies.
• Applicant is eligible for tuition to be waived for up to 12 credits for one semester. Non credit courses are not included in this tuition waiver program.
• Tuition will be waived; however, applicant must pay costs for required textbooks, supplies and fees.
• All College policies apply.
• In general, it may be in an applicant's best interest to apply for the traditional financial aid programs. Please consult with a financial aid advisor.
• Applications must be received and approved prior to the first day of classes for each semester.

*Residents are defined as adults who have lived in Philadelphia for at least 12 months if they moved to Philadelphia from another state, or three months if they moved from another location in Pennsylvania. Documentation may be required.

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