This marks the 41st year, since 1984, that the program has operated under a federal grant at Northeast State Community College.
East Tennessee State University and Northeast State will soon be among more than 50 Tennessee higher-ed institutions participating in a new state program designed to streamline the college application process.
The enrollment data reflects one of the largest summer enrollment gains in several years, with nearly 2,000 students enrolled for the summer as of June 20.
Leaders at two schools and a school system who will take Tennessee vouchers predict minimal impact in Tri-Cities.
The week is March 31-April 4. Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, a federal form, opens up financial aid opportunities for aspiring college students who are seniors in high school, including eligibility for the two-year Tennessee Promise free college scholarship.