Missouri department of education

Exciting Partnership for Your Success

We are thrilled to share some fantastic news with our OTC family. We have teamed up with the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development and the Missouri Job Center to provide more support and resources. This means eligible students might be able to receive additional financial support.

How Can We Help You?

Every OTC student now has access to a friendly and knowledgeable state representative. They are here to connect you with special financial resources and opportunities for students like you. Wondering what’s available? See below:

  • Removing barriers: Through the QUEST Grant funds are available to help eligible students. Students can receive assistance with transportation issues, one-time housing assistance, childcare, etc.
  • Tuition assistance for medical and education majors: If you have not completed your degree yet, there may be assistance through the Good Jobs Challenge Grant.
  • Career services: Both OTC Career Services and the Springfield Job Center provide all services related to career attainment. Services include exploration and advising to refining your resume and offering mock interviews.
  • Veterans: Veterans receive priority of service for these, and all Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development and the Missouri Job Center programs and services.

What can you expect?

Determining eligibility for financial assistance requires active participation of students. What can you expect? See below:

Process expectations –

Determining eligibility requires:

  • Phone calls
  • In-person meetings
  • Documentation of work history, financial needs, etc.
Eligibility Limitations:

Only students who have been unemployed or underemployed for 12 of the last 26 weeks may be eligible.

Interested in our programs or know someone who might be?

Submit A Referral

Meet Your MDHEWD Rep: Peter Hill

Have questions or need guidance? Peter Hill is your go-to person. Here’s how you can reach out:

  • Phone: 447-2627
  • Email: mojobs@otc.edu
  • Office: Peter is on campus on Wednesdays in ICW 109P.

Peter is available in person and virtually, so don’t hesitate to contact him.

If you’re unable to reach Peter and need immediate assistance, you may contact the Springfield Job Center at 417-887-4343.