TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Stillman College is opening its doors to those recently impacted by the closure of several Job Corps centers across the nation.
The Department of Labor issued a “phased pause in operations” last month, which called for a closure of 99 Job Corps centers across the United States by June 30. Two of Alabama’s centers are on the list to be shut down in Gadsden and Montgomery. A combined 11 centers in Alabama’s neighboring states will also be closed.
“Stillman College stands ready to assist Job Corp students during this difficult transition as they navigate their next steps and consider higher education enrollment,” said Yolanda W. Page, president. “Stillman is committed to offering a top-tier educational experience; to provide greater access to students; to train students to succeed in the global economy through workforce development, career and personal growth; and to build strong relationships – all aspects that align with the Job Corp standards.”
Job Corps, which celebrated its 60th anniversary last year, enrolls more than 60,000 new low-income students per year between the ages of 16 and 24 for federally funded educational and career training programs.
Stillman College, which is preparing to celebrate its 150th anniversary in the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year, can assist non-traditional students through programs like Pell Grants and TRIO, as well as federal financial aid.
Stillman has already begun accepting students who the announcement has impacted. In order to ease the burden, Stillman will:
- waive all transfer application fees;
- prioritize JobCorps applications for immediate placement in identified programs;
- evaluate all credits awarded by Job Corps to avoid repeating credits already earned;
- provide designated transfer advisors who will assist students throughout the transfer process; and
- provide financial support according to institutional policy and available funding without reference to residency status.
Eligible students must have a completed FAFSA to be eligible for institutional aid.
For more information, visit Stillman.edu/admissions to apply for college and learn more about academic and financial opportunities.
