Unemployed? Under-employed?
The State of Michigan and Walsh College can help.
The No Worker Left Behind (NWLB) program can help you acquire the education or training needed to obtain a new job in a high-demand field. Funded by the State of Michigan, NWLB provides career counseling and tuition assistance of up to $5,000 per year for two years to qualified Michigan residents. The NWLB program pays tuition directly to participating educational institutions so that your out-of-pocket costs are minimized. You may also be eligible for additional financial aid through the educational institution in which you enroll. All degree and certificate programs at Walsh College are approved by No Worker Left Behind (NWLB).
Walsh College offers a broad range of business and related technology degree programs that qualify for NWLB funding. With its practical blend of business theory and real-world application, Walsh College prepares its students to be successful leaders and professionals in a complex global environment. Many students at Walsh already have extensive business experience. Most of our instructors are not only highly credentialed academically, but highly experienced business professionals. In addition, classes are available online and at convenient times, like evenings and weekends.
Eligibility
You may qualify for the No Worker Left Behind program if you meet the following criteria:
- You are a resident of the State of Michigan, and
- You are currently unemployed, or
- You have received a notice of termination or layoff from employment, or
- You are employed but your family income is $40,000 or less per year
Additionally, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- NOT have graduated from high school in the last two years.
- We recommend you meet with a Walsh College academic advisor to discuss admissions requirements for your program of interest.
Final eligibility is determined by your local Michigan Works! Service Center.
Visit michiganworks.org or call 1-800-285-WORK to find the location nearest to you.
No Worker Left Behind Process and Walsh College
- Make an appointment with Walsh College to discuss admission into your program of interest. Click here to schedule an appointment at Walsh College.
- Visit your local Michigan Works! Service Center to determine your eligibility in the program and to enroll.
- Complete the orientation, career assessment, and counseling sessions as required by the NWLB program at your local Michigan Works! Service Center.
- Obtain a referral to Walsh College, which is an eligible educational institution, from Michigan Works!
- Schedule an appointment with Walsh College to complete your application and/or for course planning. Click here to schedule an appointment at Walsh College.
Learn more about Walsh College eligible programs of study or visit our NWLB FAQ.
Questions? Need Help?
Call 1-800-WALSH-01 or email us.