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Start your journey toward a thriving tech career with our tuition-free training programs. Gain in-demand certifications, professional development support, and direct connections to top employers.

Complete this eligibility form today to unlock the next step in your tech career journey!

Per Scholas Training Eligibility Form

Initial Screening: Confirm your eligibility
Complete the application to ensure you meet the basic requirements for our tuition-free tech training and receive next steps.

	Yes	No
Are you 18 years or older?
Do you have a High School diploma/equivalent or higher?
Are you able to provide valid proof of U.S. Work Authorization?
Do you reside within the United States of America?
Do you have a passion for technology?
Will you be available to take a role in tech immediately following training?
Have you experienced any challenges launching a career in technology?

What challenge(s) have you experienced/currently experiencing launching a career in technology?

Financial constraints due to the cost of tech trainingHave tech experience but have struggled to secure a tech roleTime Commitment required for Training/SchoolOther challenge(s)Select all that apply

What other challenge(s) have you experienced/currently experiencing launching a career in technology?

Limit response to 250 characters.

Thank you for your interest.

Based on your responses for the previous page, you do not meet one or all of the following minimum learner eligibility requirements to enroll in a Per Scholas course:

At least 18 years of age.
Attained at least a HS diploma/equivalent or higher.
Able to provide proof of Work Authorization
Live within the United States of America.

If your situation changes, please resubmit a form. Best of luck on your future endeavors!

Personal Information

First Name

Last Name

Do you have a middle name?

YesNo

Middle Name or Middle Name Initial

What is your date of birth?

Format: mm/dd/yyyy
You must be at least 18 years of age to submit this form.

How would you describe yourself?

American Indian or Alaska NativeAsianBlack or African AmericanHispanic/Latino/SpanishNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslanderWhiteNot ListedPrefer not to saySelect all that apply. Your response will not impact Admissions Decisions.

If you selected "not listed", with what other race or ethnicity do you identify?

Which gender identity best represents you?

Your response will not impact Admissions Decisions.

If you selected "not listed", how do you identify?

What are your pronouns?

Your response will not impact Admissions Decisions.

If you selected "not listed", which pronouns do you use?

Click for more information about gender identity and pronouns.

What is the highest degree or level of education you have completed that can be verified with a diploma or an official transcript?

You must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent to enroll in Per Scholas.

Have you ever served, or are you currently serving, in the U.S. Military?

YesNoPer Scholas is honored to support Military-Connected learners through our Vets in Tech initiative. Your response will not impact Admissions Decisions.

What is your current Military Status?

Are you a Skillbridge Participant?

YesNoPer Scholas is a DOD Skillbridge approved provider. SkillBridge permits active duty servicemembers to use up to the last 180 days of service to train and learn with Per Scholas.

When is your Military Service end date?

Format: mm/dd/yyyy

Has your spouse ever served, or is your spouse currently serving, in the U.S. Military?

YesNoNot ApplicablePrefer Not to Answer

Work Authorization Documentation is required for all Per Scholas learners. What documents will you provide to show your eligibility to work in the U.S.?

US Passport or Passport CardBirth CertificateCertificate of NaturalizationPermanent Resident Card or Form I-551Employment Authorization Document CardUnrestricted Social Security number cardForms FS-240, FS-545, DS-1350 to certify birth abroadU.S. Citizen ID Card (Form I-197) or Resident Citizen ID Card (Form I-179)Native American Tribal DocumentI-94 Document with Eligible NotationRefugee/ Asylee DocumentationNone*Unexpired I-94 Documents are only considered eligible I-9 documents if they contain the following class of admissions or notations: L2S, E2S, E1S, Asylee, Refugee, UHT, OAR or PAR

What is the expiration date listed on your document?

What is the Category Code on your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Card?

For example: C09, A03

What is the country of birth listed on your EAD card?

Is your EAD granted through the CHNV program?

YesNo

Contact Information

What is your preferred email address?

Please note that this email will be used by the Per Scholas team to contact you about next steps in the admissions process. We highly recommend using the same email for all communications with Per Scholas staff members.

Please confirm your preferred email address

Confirm Email Message

What is your mobile phone number?

Do you want to receive text message updates about Per Scholas training and opportunities at the phone number provided?

YesNoYour consent is optional and will not impact Admissions Decisions. Message and data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help and STOP to cancel.

What is the street address of your primary residence?

Your address must be a current address and cannot be a P.O. Box. If unhoused, exceptions may be considered.

What city do you live in?

What state do you live in?

Per Scholas is not accepting applications from non-U.S. residents at this time.

What is the County or County Equivalent that you live in?

Please use this resource if unsure of your county or county equivalent: https://www.whatcountyamiin.com/

What is your Zip/Postal Code?

Are you currently employed?

YesNo

Household & Personal Income

Learn more about our Learner Pre-Training Income Policy.

Have you ever worked for pay?

YesNo

When did your last employment end?

Format: mm/dd/yyyy

What is/was your annual income in your current or most recent job?

This includes all forms of earned income; e.g., wages, salaries, tips, and other taxable employee pay. This does not include savings, benefits, passive income, child support, or inheritance funds. If you know only your hourly pay, please use this formula to calculate your annual pay: your hourly pay x hours worked each week x 52. If you are on a temporary contract, are freelancing, or are doing gig work, please estimate the amount that you would make in one full year of this work. Note: Individual Income for applicant eligibility is included if earned within 90 days of applying.

Including yourself, how many family members live in your household?

What is your annual household income?

Combined annual incomes of you and all family members in your household or place of residence over the last 12 months; e.g., if it is currently May 2025, include income from May 2024 through May 2025. This includes all forms of earned income; e.g., wages, salaries, tips, and other taxable employee pay. This does not include savings, benefits, passive income, child support, or inheritance funds.

Training Information

Please select the campus closest to you based on your current residence.

If you are applying for a National Remote course or do not reside within eligible distance of a Per Scholas campus, please select 'National Remote'. Please note, location selection is not guaranteed as some Per Scholas course offerings have geographic restrictions.

Which course are you most interested in?

Which training location do you prefer?

Have you taken an IT course or training before?

YesNo

What is your experience with remote learning and online courses?

Have you earned any certificates or licenses in the IT industry?

YesNo

What certificate(s) or license(s) have you earned in the IT industry?

CompTIA A+CompTIA Network+CompTIA Security+CCNAGoogle ITOther

What other certificate(s) or license(s) have you earned in the IT industry?

Do you anticipate needing ADA accommodations in the Admissions Process?

YesNo

We will require documentation to proceed with the Accommodation request. You’ll receive additional information after submitting your eligibility form. Here is more information about this documentation:

A clear diagnosis of disability: The document must confirm a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
Discussion of current functional limitations: This section should describe how the disability impacts your day-to-day activities and your ability to perform tasks in a learning environment.
Specific recommendations for accommodations: Your doctor should outline the specific accommodations they recommend, such as extra time on assignments, a flexible break schedule, or other support.
Rationale for the requested accommodations: The document should explain why each recommended accommodation is necessary to address the functional limitations caused by your disability.

Do you wish to proceed with the ADA Accommodation Request for the Admissions Process?

YesNoClassroom Only

What type of Accommodations do you need for the Admissions Process?

Only let us know about Accommodations needed for the Admissions Process (for example, extra time on Admissions Assessments). Once accepted into training, all learners are asked about ADA Accommodations needed during training. Your response to this question will not impact Admissions Decisions.

Thank you for letting us know. If you should require assistance during the admissions process in the future, feel free to reapply by emailing accommodations@perscholas.org

If you are accepted into the training, you will have the opportunity to request Training-specific Accommodation requests

Tech Equipment Information

Do you have uninterrupted access to a laptop or computer at home?

YesNo

What operating system is it running?

Use our guide to find out: https://scribehow.com/

What type of processor/hard drive does it use?

Use our guide to find out: https://scribehow.com/

How much RAM does it have?

Use our guide to find out: https://scribehow.com/

How much storage does it have?

Use our guide to find out: https://scribehow.com/

Does it have a working webcam with built-in microphone?

YesNo

Do you have reliable internet access at home?

YesNoUse free speed test services to find out: Speedtest.net, Fast.com or CloudFlare

Is your internet speed at least 20/mbps?

YesNoUse free speed test services to find out: Speedtest.net, Fast.com or CloudFlare

Where did you FIRST hear about Per Scholas?

Where did you specifically hear about Per Scholas?

What is the name of the referring Agency, Institution or Community Based Organization?

Which Indianapolis Goodwill Excel Centre Location?

Where else did you hear about Per Scholas?

Course Delivery Preferences

Please Read Before Answering:

This section does NOT mean you are applying for that course delivery type.
Your answers are for data collection purposes only.
This DOES NOT guarantee you will be offered this delivery type.
Availability and eligibility for course delivery types vary.

Please contact admissions or check the course page for schedules and course delivery information available to you.

What type of Per Scholas course training delivery are you interested in? Select all that apply.

Remote trainingIn-person trainingFull time (40 hours per week)Part time (20 hours per week)Self-pacedLive and Instructor-led

Part Time and Self-paced course delivery options are only available in our National Remote campus at this time. Please Note: National Remote courses have additional geographic and tech equipment requirements.

Which criteria influenced your answer in the type of course training(s) selected above? Choose all that apply.

I do not have a quiet place at homeI have limited digital resources or access to the internetI have social distancing concernsI have financial obligations that limit my scheduleI have vaccination concernsI want to connect with my instructors and classmates face-to-faceThis helps me balance my other responsibilitiesI need to secure child careI am concerned about transportationNoneOther

Other reason for course delivery training preference

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Complete this eligibility form today to unlock the next step in your tech career journey!

Per Scholas Training Eligibility Form

Initial Screening: Confirm your eligibility
Complete the application to ensure you meet the basic requirements for our tuition-free tech training and receive next steps.

Thank you for your interest.

Choose a location for
Your Course

Complete this eligibility form today to unlock the next step in your tech career journey!

Per Scholas Training Eligibility Form

Initial Screening: Confirm your eligibility Complete the application to ensure you meet the basic requirements for our tuition-free tech training and receive next steps.

Thank you for your interest.

Choose a location for Your Course

Initial Screening: Confirm your eligibility
Complete the application to ensure you meet the basic requirements for our tuition-free tech training and receive next steps.

Choose a location for
Your Course