• You are 25 years or older. 
  • OR: You are under 25 and have not been enrolled in any school within the last two years.
• You are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• You have been a Missouri resident for at least two years prior to receiving the grant.
  • Exceptions apply for active duty military and spouses transferred to Missouri.
• You have not earned a bachelor’s degree.
• You are planning to enroll at least half-time (6+ credit hours).
• 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.

1. Find a Fast Track approved program at OTC
2. Complete the steps for admission to OTC
3. Complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA.
   • 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.

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