WELCOME TO DIT STUDENT RESOURCES!
The Center of Digital and Information Technology provides students with quality educational experiences and support services that lead to the successful completion of degrees, transfer, certificates, career/technical education and basic skills proficiency. The college fosters academic and career success through the development of critical thinking, effective communication, creativity, and cultural awareness in a safe, accessible and affordable learning environment. In meeting the needs of our demographically diverse student population, we embrace equity and accountability through measurable learning outcomes, ethical data-driven decisions and student achievement.
Contact your Student Success Coach: Naseem Nikooei (naseem.nikooei@hccs.edu)- 713.718.7631
DIT Values
Student Success and Completion: Meeting student needs by creating an educational environment in which students can attain a variety of goals.
Excellence: Maintaining a high standard of integrity and performance leading to the achievement of academic and career goals.
Collaboration: Seeking input from all sectors of the college and the community.
Diversity: Fostering a learning community in which the diverse values, goals, and learning styles of all students are recognized and supported.
Life-Long Learning: Encouraging enthusiastic, independent thinkers and learners striving for personal growth.
Integrity: Behaving ethically in all interactions at all levels.
Technological Advancement: Implementing cutting-edge technology that enhances instruction and prepares students for life-long success.
HELPFUL LINKS
Academic Advising: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/academic-advising/
Free Student Tutoring Services: https://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/tutoring/
Career Services/Resume Building/Career Hub: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/career-planning/
Student Basic Needs: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/counseling/hcc-cares/
Financial Aid: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/apply-for-financial-aid/
New Student Orientation: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/new-student-orientation/
International Students: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/international-students/
Transfer Students: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/transfers/
Covid-19 Updates: https://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/communicable-diseases/
DIT SOURCES OF FUNDING
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IT Apprenticeship Grant- 50 students will receive $2000 for education and will get placed with an employer. The grant started 9/1 and will go on for 3 years. Workforce Solutions also has the same grant and can help up to 50 additional students from HCC. (This will go until 2023)
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Workforce Solutions- they will cover most of our workforce degrees and certificates. If you qualify for this type of funding; we will fill out cost-obligation form for you.
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Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG)- this is a great funding source for many Continuing education programs that HCC offers.
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VRRAP-Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program-part of HCC's Veteran & Military Affiliated Student Affairs (VMAS).
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PepsiCo Foundation-Uplift Scholarship Program- For Black and Hispanic Students (2.5+ GPA)-many DIT programs are covered.
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Computer Support Specialist- potential award for Spring 2022 (18-weeks training for ITF+, A+, Net+, that includes books, lab vouchers, practice exams and job placement help)
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Scholarship for Services with A&M- potential funding for a full-ride with A&M, yearly stipends, and guaranteed job with an intelligence agency
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Employers can pay $5250 annually towards student loans tax-free until 2025
CAREER 4U ACADEMY
How does Career4U work? The Adult Education & Literacy program offers five Career4U Academies, Healthcare, Business Technology, Information Technology, Transportation, and Construction. These academies allow students to attend college without a TSI test, without a highschool diploma, and earn a Level 1 certificate. Each certificate program is between 10 weeks and two years long, and classes offer both credit and non-credit option courses with a combination of workforce preparation and an added support course throughout the program. When you sign up for a Level 1 college certificate using financial aid or self-financing, we support you until graduation. We provide academic and advising support with our Career Navigator and textbooks to borrow throughout your Academy program.
Is it really $20? Yes. Pay your $20 processing fee and we sponsor your first two classes, and based on success, financial aid pays for the completion of the program. Throughout your program, we give you opportunities to show us that you are ready to continue to employment and your associate’s degree. https://www.hccs.edu/programs/adult-education/career4u-academy/