Adult Learner Grant Program
Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) - Utah Board of Higher Education
Need-based Utah grant, up to cost of attendance, for independent adult students enrolled in eligible online programs in high-need fields.
- How much
- Up to the cost of attendance
- Who qualifies
- Must be an independent student per the FAFSA, enrolled in an eligible online program. Priority to rural, low-income and four/five-star-job applicants.
- For adults going back to school, undergrads
- For eligible online programs in designated fields of industry need students
- Need-based: your FAFSA decides how much you get.
- When to apply
- Check dates Set by each participating institution's financial aid office.
- How to apply
- Complete the FAFSA and contact the financial aid office at the participating institution offering your online program
- What you'll need
- FAFSA only
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026, against the official page (ushe.edu) and page 2
The details
Adult Learners Grant Program (Utah Code 53H-11-412). Eligibility: independent student as determined on the FAFSA; enrolled in an eligible online program at a participating institution in a designated field of industry need; Utah resident or qualifies for resident tuition; complete a FAFSA and demonstrate financial need. Awards are prioritized for applicants from rural areas, low-income applicants, and those pursuing degrees aligned to four- or five-star jobs. Up to cost of attendance. Participating: SLCC, SUU, U of U, USU, Utah Tech, Weber State (public) and WGU and Westminster University (private nonprofit), each for its eligible online programs.
More money from Utah
- Opportunity ScholarshipClass of 2026: up to $800 per semester for up to four semesters ($3,200 total); tuition and general fees only, after other state aid. Class of 2027 amount not yet announced.
- First Credential Scholarship (formerly PRIME)$625 one-time (class of 2026; subject to available funding and number of qualified applicants)
- CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards$1,000 to full tuition for up to one year, depending on the institution
- NASA Space Grant Scholarship (Utah technical colleges)Varies based on available funding; up to cost of attendance
- Talent Development Award ProgramVaries based on available funding; resident tuition, fees and books
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