The PELL Act of 2025 introduces Workforce Pell Grants to support short-term training programs.
The PELL Act of 2025 amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to create the Workforce Pell Grant program. This program provides grants to eligible students enrolled in short-term training programs that lead to recognized postsecondary credentials or prepare students for specific occupations. Programs must meet certain criteria, such as having a verified completion and job placement rate of at least 70%. The grants are awarded based on the value-added earnings of students who completed the program three years prior. The program takes effect starting July 1, 2026.
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