Explore a range of scholarship and grant opportunities available to help fund your workforce and career training at Chesapeake College. While this page offers an overview, starting with the Program Finder is the best way to find scholarships and grants that align with your specific goal.

Chesapeake College Foundation

Applying for noncredit scholarships from the Chesapeake College Foundation is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in advance of your course start date. Make sure to apply at least 30 days before your course begins to increase your chances of receiving funding in time to secure your seat.

Remember payment (or scholarship funds) are due at the time of registration for noncredit programs.

Download the Scholarship Application

Workforce Investment Board

WIOA funding offers financial support for job training in high-demand fields like CDL truck driving and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). To apply, contact your local Workforce Investment Board (WIB) to check your eligibility and explore available programs. WIOA can help cover the costs of tuition, supplies, and more, making it easier to advance your career.

The Upper Shore WIB is located on Chesapeake College’s campus in Wye Mills. 

Apply Online for WIB Funding

Maryland Promise & More

Take advantage of the Maryland Promise Scholarship, designed to help noncredit and career training students cover the costs of their education.

This state-funded scholarship can provide crucial financial support for eligible students pursuing workforce development programs.

Secure your spot for Maryland Promise (and other) scholarship funds by applying before the March 1 deadline, annually. Visit the link below to create an account.

Scholarship Details

Using our Program Finder will provide the best information about which scholarships are available for specific programs of interest, but you can browse our list below for an overview of the different types of noncredit scholarships available, and contact information, where applicable.

  • Available for all programs
  • For residents of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, or Talbot counties
  • Scholarships may have unique eligibility requirements, we’ll help you find one that works for your circumstances.
  • Application required, no deadline
  • Contact: [email protected]
  • Download PDF Application

  • Federal workforce funding for approved post-secondary school programs
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Open to U.S. citizens or non-citizens authorized to work in the U.S.
  • For residents of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, or Talbot counties
  • Application required, no deadline
  • Contact: [email protected]
  • Online Application

  • Enrollment requirements and more details: MHEC Website
  • March 1 deadline to submit FAFSA or Maryland State Financial Aid Application (MHEC One-App) online through MDCAPS for any applicant who is ineligible to receive federal aid but is eligible for in-state tuition
  • MDCAPS application required. Complete the “Promise Non-Credit Application.”
  • Questions, contact: [email protected]
  • Online Application

TREES (Training Recruitment Education and Employment) Scholarship Fund

  • Created by John DeLuca to support caring and compassionate individuals who would like to become Certified Nursing Assistants
  • Enrollment in Certified Nursing Assistant program required
  • For residents of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, or Talbot counties
  • Application and essay required, no deadline
  • Contact: [email protected]
  • Download PDF Application

  • State-funded workforce development grant
  • Enrollment in Certified Nursing Assistant program required
  • For residents of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, or Talbot counties
  • Contact: [email protected]

  • State-funded workforce development scholarship
  • Enrollment in an approved non-credit program required
  • Must live in Maryland, be a Maryland high school graduate, or be an active-duty U.S. Military member stationed in MD
  • Application required, no deadline
  • Contact: [email protected]
  • Download PDF Application

Through FY 2024, our eligible programs are as follows:

  • Administrative Medical Assistant
  • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Prep
  • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Bus Training
  • Child Care
  • Clinical Medical Assistant
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Dental Assisting
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Basic Spanish
  • Veterinary Assistant

Students are eligible for an award up to $2,000 a year, for up to a total of two scholarship programs.