Jefferson Scholarships: Jefferson Jump-Start Grant

The Jefferson Jump-Start Grant, offered by Jefferson Community and Technical College, aims to support new students by covering their remaining tuition balance after other financial aids are applied. This “last-dollar” grant is available for the first two consecutive semesters up to 30 credit hours for eligible students. To qualify, applicants must meet specific criteria including age, residency, and enrollment in an eligible program, ensuring accessibility to education for those in need.

Note: Here are the other Jefferson Scholarships: Evolve 502 Scholarship and Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship.
Jefferson Community and Technical College is proud to offer a variety of scholarships thanks to the generosity of the college, businesses, donors, and foundation organizations.
Here at Jefferson, we value education and want all students to take advantage of the scholarship opportunities that are available to them.
The Jefferson Jump-Start Grant is a “last-dollar” tuition grant. That means after all other financial aid or third-party payments are applied, the grant will cover the remaining tuition balance. Tuition does not include student or class fees. Payment arrangements must be made by the established payment deadline.
The Jefferson Jump-Start Grant is available to students new to Jefferson for their first two consecutive semesters up to 30 credit hours.

Eligibility

Criteria:First time at Jefferson, freshman or transfer
Are at least 21 years of age by August 14, 2025Federal Financial Aid eligible – defined as successfully completing a FAFSA and all required steps to complete financial aid processDegree-Seeking Admission Status in a federal financial aid eligible program including; Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Diploma, and Certificates with minimum 16 credit hours Have not previously earned a Bachelor’s degree - students who have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher are ineligibleKentucky resident of Bullitt, Carroll, Gallatin, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Owen, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble counties; or Indiana resident of Clark, Crawford, Dearborn, Floyd, Franklin, Harrison, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley, Scott, Switzerland, and Washington counties.Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at the time award is made
Only courses required in the students’ degree program are eligible
Courses must be offered by Jefferson - tuition for courses offered by other KCTCS colleges will not be covered
Attendance must be confirmed in all enrolled courses.