RI Office of Postsecondary Commissioner

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 Rhode Island

Rhode Island Family Court is a statewide system handling all divorce, custody, paternity, and child support cases. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DHS. Providence, Warwick, Cranston, and Pawtucket are the largest cities. Rhode Island Legal Services is the statewide LSC-funded civil legal aid program.

More College & Education in Rhode Island

• FAFSA – Federal Student Aid — Free Application for Federal Student Aid, the single application used for federal Pell Grants, student loans, and work-study, plus most stat
• RI Promise Scholarship — State scholarship covering tuition and fees at the Community College of Rhode Island for eligible recent Rhode Island high school graduates
• Rhode Island College — Affordable four-year public college in Providence on Mount Pleasant Avenue offering bachelor's and graduate degrees in teaching, nursing, so
• URI – University of Rhode Island — Public research university in Kingston offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees across many fields plus extensive financial aid.
• New England Institute of Technology — Career-focused private university in East Greenwich offering associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees in technology, business, health, an
• CCRI – Newport Campus — Community college campus serving Newport County at the John H. Chafee Boulevard location, offering associate degrees, certificates, and work

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.