Welcome to Open Door – WEI!
Bring the grit. Reach the goal.
The Open Door – WEI Grant Program at ÌÀÍ·Ìõapp is designed to bridge workforce gaps and equip participants with the skills needed to secure well-paying, full-time careers. Our trades and health care certificate programs can be completed in one year or less and focus on high-demand industries with strong employment opportunities. The grant is funded through the Illinois Community College Board.
What we provide
WEI provides resources for short-term education/training programs designed to help participants gain employment in high-wage and in-demand occupations.
Programs
Workforce and trade
WEI student support services
As a WEI participant, you can receive:
- Free tuition and fees
- Books and materials
- A stipend
- Transportation assistance
- Child care assistance
- Waiver for prior unpaid fees owed to ÌÀÍ·Ìõapp
- Loanable laptop and Wi-Fi hotspots
- Tutoring
- Essential and employability skills training
- Job placement assistance
Eligibility
In order to participate in the WEI program, you must:
- Reside within the ÌÀÍ·Ìõapp district
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who meets certain eligibility requirements
- Be low income (i.e. qualify for federal financial aid; receive SNAP benefits, Medicaid or TANF)
- Meet requirements of selected WEI program
Steps to enroll in WEI
WEI application: open
Please note: WEI will gather potential recipient information for the fall 2025 semester. We will approve applications as space becomes available. Approved students on the waiting list will be admitted on a first come first serve basis.
Ready to apply? Complete the following:
- (Please first create an account before taking assessment, and add Lincoln Land Community College to your current school.)
Completed all the steps?
Make an appointment by calling 217-786-2066 or using the button below.