Fire Academy Financial Information
The following types of assistance are available for qualified students who wish to attend the HCC Fire Academy:
Star and Shield Scholarship - Fire Academy scholarships are offered to HCC Fire Academy students by the Star and Shield Insurance Company. These are funded by a donation made in memory of Daryl Dzugen, a Captain with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and former Fire Science Coordinator at HCC. The scholarships are awarded to the recipients at the mid-point of the academy session. For information and application documents please click on the link below:
Star and Shield Scholarship Application
Veterans benefits - Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces who qualify are eligible for compensation under the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill. For further information, contact Shannon Farbe at (813) 253-7758 or sfarbe@hccfl.edu. For G.I. Bill information you may also visit that website at http://www.gibill.va.gov/.
Florida Pre-Paid Scholarship Program - The Florida Pre-Paid Scholarship Program will provide benefits for members to cover tuition and learning media costs.
Bright Futures Scholarships - Recipients of Bright Futures scholarships are eligible for benefits when taking academy classes that begin in the fall or spring semester.
Tampa Bay Work Force Alliance - Workforce training grants are availble for qualifying students through the Tampa Bay Work Force alliance, 9215 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, 33612. For further information and to apply please contact Ms. Vanessa Deal at (813) 930-7406 or via email at dealv@workforcetampa.com or Mr. Montique Shepherd II at (813) 930-7638 or via email at shepherdm@workforcetampa.com. You can also visit their website at www.workforcetampa.com
In addition, a number of county and state agencies offer career training programs that provide financial assistance. Applicants are encouraged to contact these agencies in the area in which they reside for further information. Further questions concerning financial aid should be directed to the Financial Aid Office at (813) 253-7771
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