Kirkwood Community College has created a program aimed at helping new incoming students begin their college careers on the right foot this fall. The program, called Kirkwood Kickstart, combines grants for new students adversely affected by COVID-19 with free classes designed to teach the latest in technology for the classroom and the workplace. Up to $2,000 for rent, groceries, books and more Before the current pandemic, cost was a major barrier for some students to get an education.
Kirkwood Announces $2,000 Grants For New Students
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