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Open Door Grant Program is sponsored by Florida Department of Education. The Open Door Grant Program provides funds to support student completion of short-term, high-demand credit and non-credit career and technical education (CTE) programs at career centers and Florida College System (FCS) institutions.
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Open Door Grant Program | Miami Dade College An Education Today. A Career Tomorrow. Are you currently enrolled in a workforce program?
Do you currently reside in the state of Florida? If so, you may be eligible for Open Door. We will cover your tuition balance and if funds are available exams, books, uniforms, and more.
Note: Open-Door Grant funding is limited and based on fund availability. All applications are reviewed in date order. Continuing Education Students Apply Here Senate Bill (SB) 240 updated the provisions of the Open Door Grant Program converting the grant program to a financial aid program for students at Miami Dade College.
The program will be administered through the Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) within the Florida Department of Education (FDOE).
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(Transitional Part-Time) Professional Nursing (LPN-RN) Biotechnology - Bioinformatics Biotechnology - Chemical Technology Horticulture Professional Landscape & Horticulture Technology Translation and Interpretation Translation/Interpretation Studies Final Award Date: June 30, 2026 (contingent on grant availability) 1. What are the eligibility requirements?
Student must be a resident of Florida Must be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or eligible noncitizen. Enrolled in an eligible workforce program (listed above) at Miami Dade College. Students enrolled in a credit or clock hour program must complete the certification form issued by the Office of Financial Aid.
Select the "Apply for Open Door Now" button above. Students enrolled in a noncredit program must complete the application issued by Department of Continuing Education Professional Development. Select the “CEPD Students Apply Here” button above.
2. How much is the award? A maximum award equal to the amount needed to cover 100% of tuition and fees for eligible programs.
3. What costs are covered by the grant? Tuition balance, fees, exams, books, uniforms, and more.
4. What are the eligible programs? Eligible workforce programs as stated above.
5. What are the program dates? Students will be awarded while funds are available through June 30, 2026.
6. Do I have to complete a FAFSA application to be eligible? No, a FAFSA application is not required.
7. What if I have more questions? Contact us at opendoor@mdc.
edu or speak with a representative from the Office of Financial Aid at 305-237-9300.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Career centers and Florida College System (FCS) institutions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Open Door Grant Program is funded by Florida Department of Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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