Financial Aid
Are you interested in career training but worried about paying for it? New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS) provides vocational training programs in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, with financial aid available for students who qualify. Choose from CDL driver training or heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration technology training. Learn more about the financial aid department at NETTTS and the options that may be available to you.
Financial Aid Available for Those Who Qualify
When you’re looking to start a vocational training program, you may be concerned about paying for it. NETTTS understands this, which is why we have a full-time team of Financial Aid Advisors to help you consider your aid and payment options. Our advisors can also assist you in filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
This form lets you apply for federal student aid like grants, and loans. It must be filled out for the year in which you hope to obtain aid. Our advisors are happy to help you understand how to complete this form and determine which specific types of aid you may want to apply for, including:
Federal PELL Grants
A grant is a type of financial aid that doesn’t have to be paid back, provided the student completes their education. One of the most common forms is a Federal Pell Grant, which is given by the government to undergraduate students at colleges, universities, or vocational schools, who have demonstrated financial need and don’t have a prior degree.
Certain other groups of people may be eligible for Pell Grant funds, such as those who have a parent who died on active duty in the U.S. armed forces, as a public safety officer, or because of military service performed in Iraq or Afghanistan after 9/11.
Student Loans
A loan is a type of aid that is borrowed and must be repaid with interest. Student loans can come from different sources, but most often they are from the federal government. Two major types of federal student loans include:
- Federal Direct Loans: These loans can be either subsidized or unsubsidized and are available to students based on their financial needs.
- Direct PLUS Loans: These loans are not need-based and are available to eligible graduates, professional students, or parents of undergraduate students.
Our NETTTS advisors are experienced in working with many types of loans and can offer guidance on choosing one, how much to accept, and repayment plans.
GI Bill® Education Benefits
The GI Bill® is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to help veterans pay for college or career training. It is available to veterans who have served three years or more in the military service and their family members. At NETTTS, we have a VA certifying official who understands the GI Bill® and walks students through the application process and their available options.
NETTTS also accepts agency and state workforce funding options and offers extended payment plans to help students pay for their career training.
Please note: Career placement is not guaranteed through career services support.
Contact Us to Determine Your Financial Aid Eligibility
Don’t let concerns about financial aid prevent you from seeking information on CDL or HVAC training. NETTTS financial aid advisors are here to help and are available at our vocational school campuses in Bridgeport and Somers, Connecticut, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and North Andover/Haverhill, Massachusetts.
Contact us today to find out more about your financial aid options.
Frequently Asked Questions About Financial Aid
What are NETTTS payment plans?
NETTTS is able to offer in-school and extended payment plans to students that may be in need. Students who have an outstanding school balance may be eligible for a payment plan. It doesn’t have to be completed by the time you graduate—you simply pay a small monthly payment to maintain it.
Am I eligible for grants or loans at NETTTS?
Eligibility for grants or loans varies depending on financial need, repayment ability, and other qualifying factors. The financial aid advisors are here to help every student determine if their training can be paid for by, or receive assistance from, grants or loans.
Are NETTTS loans credit-based?
Loans through NETTTS are not based on credit, they are based on need. Therefore, your credit score doesn’t determine your loan eligibility.
