DWC ScholarshipTech Skills Scholarship for career changers and job seekers
Lost a job, changing careers, or ready to move up? Get 25% to 100% of tuition covered for a live online DWC certificate program in data, AI, cybersecurity, design, IT, project management, and more.
- Training careers nationwide since 2006
- Live classes online
Eligibility
Do you qualify for the Tech Skills Scholarship?
Check each line. If all five fit, you are ready to apply. An independent scholarship committee reviews every application, and an award decision can take up to 14 days.
Veteran or service member? The Next Mission Scholarship takes 80% off instead.
At the time you apply.
Classes are live online, so you can apply from anywhere in the country.
And using the award for a DWC certificate program.
A layoff, cut hours, a career disruption, or a job that no longer pays the bills.
Required before your application is reviewed. Book a free info session.
The award
What the scholarship covers, and your timeline
Covered
- Tuition for one DWC certificate program, from 25% to 100%
- Career coaching, tech support, and instructor mentoring, included with tuition
Not covered
- Equipment, software, and textbooks
- A $300 non-refundable materials and administrative fee, due before enrollment for 100% awards only
Program pages use a $2,000 average scholarship as an example. Awards are determined by an independent scholarship committee and are not guaranteed.
Your timeline after an award
Session transfers are requested in writing to info@digitalworkshopcenter.com and carry a $150 fee. Awards are non-transferable, and DWC may withdraw unused funds at any time.
How to apply
Five steps from first question to first class
Talk to an advisor
Attend a free info session or book a call. Required before review.
Apply online
Choose the Tech Skills Scholarship, then share your background and program.
Answer the essays
Your goals, target jobs, skills gaps, and what is in the way.
Committee review
An independent committee reviews your application. A decision can take up to 14 days.
Start class
Accept within 30 days and register within 60. Rolling programs typically start in 2 to 3 weeks.*
Prepare these answers before you start
Specific answers are the easiest to review. Have these ready and the application goes quickly.
*Class start timing depends on enrollment and cannot be guaranteed. Cohort programs start on set dates.
Who this is for
Scholarships for career changers, job seekers, and upskillers
Laid off or between jobs
If a layoff, a closure, or a cut in hours changed your plans, the scholarship lowers the cost of retraining for a role with stronger demand. Dislocated workers can also ask about WIOA funding.
Changing careers
Moving from retail, hospitality, the trades, or another field into tech? Most DWC programs start from the fundamentals, and your instructor builds skills step by step in small live classes.
Upskilling for a better role
Already working but ready for more? Add data, AI, design, IT, or project management skills that open the door to promotion, with a professional certificate issued by Digital Workshop Center.
Compare your options
Every way to pay for DWC training, side by side
Not sure this is your best fit? Compare it with the other options. You may apply for one DWC scholarship.
| Option | Who it is for | What it covers | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tech Skills ScholarshipYou are here | Job seekers, career changers, and upskillers | 25% to 100% of tuition | Apply now |
| Women and Tech Scholarship | Women building a career in technology | 25% to 100% of tuition | See eligibility |
| Next Mission Scholarship | Eligible veterans and service members | 80% off standard tuition | See eligibility |
| WIOA | Job seekers and dislocated workers who qualify | Approved training through your local workforce center | WIOA programs |
| Vocational Rehabilitation | Individuals with documented disabilities | Training funded by your state VR agency | Vocational Rehabilitation |
| Employer billing | Employees whose company pays for training | DWC invoices your employer directly | Employer billing |
| Payment plans | Anyone covering tuition or a remaining balance | Monthly payments through Climb Credit | Payment plans |
Eligible programs
Use it for any DWC certificate program
Every program is taught live online by a working professional and ends with a professional certificate issued by Digital Workshop Center.
Data and AI
IT and cybersecurity
Design, media, and web
"I was unemployed for quite awhile and I discovered ... I could get grants to help pay for most of the classes. ... The classes helped me to talk about improving my skills in interviews and I got a job before I even finished the courses."
Included with tuition
Support every step of the way
Guidance from your first question to graduation, included for every student at no additional cost.
Admissions advisors
From your first question through your first class, an advisor walks you through eligibility, funding, and scheduling.
Instructor mentoring
Your instructor is your mentor before, during, and after class, helping you become industry-ready.
Student support
A student support team helps you set up accounts, check your technology, and get class files.
Career coaching
Meet one-on-one with a career coach on your resume, LinkedIn, portfolio, job search, and interviews.
Tech support
Stuck mid-program? Reach tech support by Slack, email, or phone and get moving again.
Internships and alumni
Join the Parker Dewey micro-internship network for real project experience, plus the DWC alumni community.
FAQ
Tech Skills Scholarship questions, answered
Still have questions? Attend a free info session or call 970-980-8091.
Who is the Tech Skills Scholarship for?
The Tech Skills Scholarship is for unemployed individuals, dislocated workers, and anyone looking to upskill, reskill, or add new technology skills. Applicants must be 16 or older, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, actively seeking work in a high-demand technology field, and able to show financial need from a recent change in employment status.
How much is the Tech Skills Scholarship award?
Awards range from 25% to 100% of program tuition. An independent scholarship committee reviews each application, and awards are not guaranteed. Program pages use a $2,000 average scholarship as an example.
How long does an award decision take?
An independent scholarship committee reviews every application. An award decision can take up to 14 days.
What does the scholarship cover?
The award applies to tuition for one DWC certificate program. It does not cover equipment, software, or textbooks. Recipients of a 100% award pay a $300 non-refundable materials and administrative fee before enrollment.
Which programs can I use the Tech Skills Scholarship for?
The award applies to any DWC certificate program: Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, UX Design, Frontend Web Development, Advanced Graphic Design, Digital Media Production, Project Management, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, QuickBooks Bookkeeper, Business Administration, AI for Business Professionals, and Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy.
Do I need to attend an info session before I apply?
You need to attend a free info session or meet with an admissions advisor before your application is reviewed. It is the fastest way to confirm the right program and talk through your funding options.
Can I apply for more than one DWC scholarship?
No. You may apply for one scholarship only: the Tech Skills Scholarship, the Women and Tech Scholarship, or, for eligible veterans, the Next Mission Scholarship.
How long do I have to accept the award and start class?
Accept your award by email within 30 days of notification, register for your first class within 60 days of accepting, and complete your certificate program within one year of your first class start date.
What does the application ask?
The application asks for your contact details, employment and education background, the program you want, and short written answers about your career goals, the job titles and employers you are targeting, your skills gaps, past achievements, and any financial or personal hardship. Plan on answering every essay question.
Can I change my class dates after I enroll?
Session transfers are requested in writing to info@digitalworkshopcenter.com and carry a $150 fee.
Can I use the award at another school?
No. Awards are non-transferable and apply only to DWC certificate programs. DWC may withdraw unused award funds at any time.
Can I use the scholarship for trucking, medical, or trade training?
No. DWC trains for technology and business careers, and does not offer CDL, trucking, medical, HVAC, plumbing, or construction programs.
What if my award does not cover the full tuition?
Talk with your admissions advisor about the remaining balance. Options include monthly payment plans through Climb Credit, employer billing, WIOA funding, and Vocational Rehabilitation, depending on your situation.
Is the Tech Skills Scholarship available nationwide?
Yes. Every DWC certificate program is taught live online over Zoom, so eligible applicants can apply from anywhere in the United States.
I am a veteran. Which scholarship should I apply for?
Eligible veterans and service members within 180 days of separation should apply for the Next Mission Scholarship, which takes 80% off standard tuition on every DWC certificate program.
How do I make my application stronger?
Be specific. Name the job titles you are aiming for, explain how the program closes your skills gap, and describe the change in your employment status plainly. Answers that connect your goals to a specific DWC program are the easiest to review.
Ready to start your tech career?
Apply for the Tech Skills Scholarship, or talk with an advisor first about the program and funding that fit you best.
Scholarship awards range from 25% to 100% of program tuition, are determined by an independent scholarship committee, and are not guaranteed; an award decision can take up to 14 days. The $2,000 average scholarship is an example only. Awards do not cover equipment, software, or textbooks. Recipients of a 100% award pay a $300 non-refundable materials and administrative fee before enrollment. Awards are non-transferable, and DWC may withdraw unused funds at any time. Class start timing depends on enrollment and cannot be guaranteed. Climb Credit payment plans are subject to credit approval.