Workforce Pell Grant programs in North Dakota
The new Workforce Pell Grant pays for short, 8–15 week job training — up to $4,310 a year, with nothing to repay. Here's what it can cover in North Dakota, and how to find out if you qualify.
Check my eligibility →Fields you can train for in North Dakota
Welding, HVAC, electrical prep
Skilled Trades in North Dakota →CNA, medical assistant, phlebotomy
Healthcare in North Dakota →Commercial truck driving
Transportation / CDL in North Dakota →Child Development Associate (CDA)
Early Childhood Ed in North Dakota →CompTIA, security, networking
IT & Cybersecurity in North Dakota →Candidate programs in North Dakota
Programs and providers commonly offering short-term training in these fields. Entries marked Representative are illustrative until North Dakota publishes its official approved list — always confirm a specific program with the school.
Welding Certificate
Bismarck State College
10–18 wks · $2,000–6,500 tuition · $51k median pay · completion data pending
Welding Certificate
Dickinson State University
10–18 wks · $2,000–6,500 tuition · $51k median pay · completion data pending
Auto / Diesel Technician
Lake Region State College
10–18 wks · $2,000–6,500 tuition · $51k median pay · completion data pending
Nurse Aide / Practical Nursing
Bismarck State College
6–15 wks · $1,200–3,500 tuition · $42k median pay · completion data pending
Nurse Aide / Practical Nursing
Dakota College at Bottineau
6–15 wks · $1,200–3,500 tuition · $42k median pay · completion data pending
Nurse Aide / Practical Nursing
Dickinson State University
6–15 wks · $1,200–3,500 tuition · $42k median pay · completion data pending
CDL / Commercial Driving
Cankdeska Cikana Community College
3–8 wks · $3,000–6,500 tuition · $54k median pay · completion data pending
CDL / Commercial Driving
Sitting Bull College
3–8 wks · $3,000–6,500 tuition · $54k median pay · completion data pending
CDL / Commercial Driving
Turtle Mountain College
3–8 wks · $3,000–6,500 tuition · $54k median pay · completion data pending
Early Childhood (CDA)
Dakota College at Bottineau
10–18 wks · $800–3,000 tuition · $35k median pay · completion data pending
Early Childhood (CDA)
Lake Region State College
10–18 wks · $800–3,000 tuition · $35k median pay · completion data pending
Early Childhood (CDA)
Mayville State University
10–18 wks · $800–3,000 tuition · $35k median pay · completion data pending
IT Support / Networking
Bismarck State College
10–16 wks · $1,500–5,500 tuition · $60k median pay · completion data pending
IT Support / Networking
Dakota College at Bottineau
10–16 wks · $1,500–5,500 tuition · $60k median pay · completion data pending
Cybersecurity
Dickinson State University
10–16 wks · $1,500–5,500 tuition · $60k median pay · completion data pending
Workforce Pell in North Dakota: common questions
Is the Workforce Pell Grant available in North Dakota?
Yes. Workforce Pell is federal, so it applies in North Dakota — but each program must be on North Dakota's state-approved list. Those lists are being finalized for the 2026 launch, so the approved set in North Dakota is still growing.
What programs qualify for Workforce Pell in North Dakota?
To be approved, a program generally must show that at least 70% of students finish and land a job that pays enough to justify the cost. In practice that favors the trades, healthcare, transportation (CDL) and IT. Always confirm a specific program's status with the school.
How much does Workforce Pell pay in North Dakota?
Awards average about $2,200, up to a $4,310 annual maximum, prorated by program length and financial need. Your FAFSA sets the exact amount.