• You are 25 years or older, or
• You are under 25 and have not been enrolled in any school within the last two years, and
• You are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and
• You have been a Missouri resident for at least two years prior to receiving the grant, and
  • Exceptions apply for active duty military and spouses transferred to Missouri.
• You have not earned a bachelor’s degree, and
• You are planning to enroll at least half-time (6+ credit hours fall or spring; 3+ credit hours summer) in a Fast Track eligible program, and
• You have an Adjusted Gross Income, as documented on your most recent Missouri 1040 tax form (or federal 1040 form if you’re active duty military), of $80,000 or less for married individuals filing jointly or $40,000 or less if filing in any other status.

Renewal students must:

• Reapply every year
• Meet all above requirements
• Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

1. Find a Fast Track approved program at OTC
2. Complete the steps for admission to OTC
3. Complete the applicable FAFSA:
   1. Complete the 2024-25 FAFSA for fall 2024, spring 2025, or summer 2025.
   3. Complete the 2025-26 FAFSA for fall 2025, spring 2026, or summer 2026.
   4. If you are participating in a short-term professional development/continuing education courses or an apprenticeship, the FAFSA is not required.
4. Apply for the Fast Track grant through the State Financial Aid Portal.
   • Go to “How do I apply for Fast Track?” under the FAST TRACK FAQs for more information on completing the application.
     • The 2024-25 Fast Track application applies to summer 2024, fall 2024, and spring 2025.
     • The 2025-26 Fast Track application applies to summer 2025, fall 2025, and spring 2026.

Have questions about Fast Track? Email fasttrack@otc.edu.