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Midwest Line College®
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Funding
How to pay for your education? You’re not alone, most students have the same question. Remember your education is an investment, with the potential of a great return. Below are a few options to fund your education.
Now offering financial aid
Utility Employment Credit Union offers students the opportunity to
receive financial aid for Midwest Line College.
Contact UECU National Account Executive, Paula Simmons, at 484-388-0615 or psimmons@uecu.org, to find out if you’re eligible.
uecu 2026 scholarship contest
This scholarship opportunity is available to Fall session students only.
The credit union we partner with for financial aid is hosting a scholarship contest for students continuing their education in 2026.
Application deadline: May 1, 2026
questions? Contact UECU National Account Executive,
Paula Simmons, at 484-388-0615 or psimmons@uecu.org
proteus
Proteus offers financial assistance opportunities for individuals who meet eligibility requirements through their Farmworker Jobs Program. Additional information about qualifications and how to apply is included in the flyer linked below.
Contact south central career coach, annie boelen, at 515-322-7068 or annieb@proteusinc.net, to find out if you’re eligible.
Types of Funding
Student Loans
We partner with the Utility Employment Credit Union to provide students with the opportunity to get loans that you can pay for after school.
Contact UECU National Account Executive, Paula Simmons, at 484-388-0615 or psimmons@uecu.org, to find out if you’re eligible.
Visit https://uecu.org/ to learn more.
Other Student Loans
Reaching out to private lenders is another way that you can pay for the school. Interest rates and payback periods may differ depending on who you choose to go through.
Scholarships
Scholarships can take time and research to acquire, however it is often worth the effort. Every little bit helps. Consider searching and applying for scholarships at your high school, organizations in the community, employers, power companies and minority organizations.
Other Scholarship Links
Make sure to check local scholarships as well. Many power companies and local utilities will have a scholarship opportunity. GOOGLE -- TRADE SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
Veteran’s Electrical Entry Program (VEEP)
VEEP was developed to provide transitioning service members and recently separated veterans the ability to re-enter the civilian workforce in a high demand field. By completing the VEEP pre-apprenticeship a qualifying participant may gain direct entry in to an electrical apprenticeship due to work demand. Go to www.in2veep.com for more information about VEEP