Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Education

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State commission overseeing postsecondary education policy and administering the Nebraska Opportunity Grant, a state need-based grant for low-income Nebraska students. The North 8th Street office in Lincoln answers inquiries weekdays. Fathers returning to school can review financial aid resources, scholarship listings, and planning guides on the commission's website. Apply for aid through FAFSA first; state grants follow that application.

Contact & Details

Address: 140 N 8th St #300, Lincoln, NE 68508

Phone: 402-471-2847

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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About College & Education for Fathers

Education resources for fathers include financial aid, adult education, workforce training, and college programs with on-site childcare. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the gateway to Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and state aid. Pell Grants provide up to approximately $7,000 per year to low-income students and don't require repayment. GED and HiSET programs operate in every state through adult education providers, often free. Community colleges offer lower-cost two-year degrees and certificate programs in high-demand trades. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds training for eligible adults and dislocated workers. For fathers returning to school, on-campus childcare (often subsidized through the CCAMPIS grant), emergency aid funds, and single-parent scholarships make enrollment feasible. This directory covers state FAFSA offices, community colleges, adult education programs, and single-dad scholarships.

College & Education in Nebraska

Nebraska district courts hear family matters in each of its 93 counties, with many counties using county court for paternity and child support. The Child Support Enforcement division operates under DHHS. Omaha and Lincoln dominate the state's population. Legal Aid of Nebraska is the primary LSC-funded civil legal aid provider statewide.

More College & Education in Nebraska

Metropolitan Community College – Omaha — Nebraska's largest community college system with multiple campuses across the Omaha metro offering affordable certificate, associate degree,
Southeast Community College – Lincoln — Community college serving 15 southeast Nebraska counties with affordable career and technical programs, associate degrees, and transfer path
Central Community College – Grand Island — Community college serving 25 central Nebraska counties with career and transfer programs at its Grand Island, Hastings, and Columbus campuse
Western Nebraska Community College — Community college based in Sidney with branch campuses serving the Nebraska panhandle, offering affordable associate degrees, certificates,
University of Nebraska – Lincoln — Nebraska's flagship public research university offering hundreds of undergraduate and graduate programs, including evening, online, and adul
University of Nebraska – Omaha — Metropolitan state university with flexible day, evening, weekend, and online course options well-suited to working adults and fathers balan

College & Education — Common Questions

What do I do first if I want to go back to school?: Fill out the FAFSA at studentaid.gov. It's free and takes about 30 minutes. Results determine eligibility for Pell Grants (up to ~$7,000/year), Direct Loans, and state grants. Apply even if you think you won't qualify — results often surprise.
Is there childcare on college campuses?: Many community colleges and some universities operate on-campus childcare, often subsidized through the CCAMPIS federal grant for low-income student parents. Financial aid can sometimes cover childcare as a cost of attendance.
Can I get a GED online?: Yes. The official GED test is offered online (with in-home proctoring) and at testing centers. HiSET (used in some states instead of GED) is similar. Free prep through state adult education providers and through Khan Academy's free GED prep.
What is WIOA training?: The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds short-term training for eligible adults, often up to
0,000 or more for in-demand occupations. Apply through your local American Job Center. Programs cover CDL, welding, nursing, IT, HVAC, and many others.