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Other Programs
Herman L. Donovan Senior Citizens Fellowship Program - Anyone who has attained the age of 65 or more may enroll for regular courses at the community colleges without payment of fees. Courses may be taken for credit toward a degree or studied for no credit. All prerequisites and entrance requirements are waived for students under this program.

Veteran and War Orphan Benefits - Students who believe they may be entitled to benefits under legislation designed to assist war orphans, children of totally disabled veterans, or disabled veterans, should consult the financial aid office of the community college for information before enrolling.

In addition, inquiries regarding VA educational benefits may be directed to the Veterans Administration, 600 Federal Place, Louisville, KY 40202, or telephone toll-free 1-800-827-2050, or in Lexington, (606) 253-0566, and in Louisville, (502) 584-2231. Information on the Kentucky War Orphan Tuition Waiver Program is available from the Kentucky Division for Veterans Affairs, Department of Military Affairs, Commonwealth of Kentucky, 600 Federal Place, Louisville, KY 40202, or telephone (502) 588-4447.

Kentucky Army National Guard Education and Financial Aid Programs - A number of financial aid programs are available through membership in the Kentucky National Guard. These programs generally provide tuition assistance, monthly stipends, or the repayment of federal student loans. Interested persons should contact their local National Guard unit or the Civilian Education Program Manager for the Kentucky National Guard, at (502) 564-8550, or toll-free at 1-800-372-7601.

Vocational Rehabilitation Assistance - Students who are disabled or have an employment disability may receive assistance through the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. The assistance varies from partial to full payment of tuition, books, and other fees. Contact the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Department of Education, Capital Plaza Tower, Frankfort, KY 40601, or call 1-800-372-7172. High school counselors and community college financial aid offices should also have information available.

In order to receive federal financial aid, a student who is otherwise eligible must not owe a refund on any grant or loan or be in default on any loan, and must not have borrowed in excess of the loan limits at any institution.