Support for Every Step of Your Journey
You’re Never on Your Own at CIAT
Your education is a journey, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. At CIAT, students have access to a dedicated support system designed to help them stay on track, overcome challenges, build confidence, and make the most of their college experience.
From personalized guidance and tutoring to technical assistance, workshops, certification preparation, and student communities, support is available throughout your time at CIAT.
Become What’s Next, with a team behind you.
Dedicated Student Success Team
Personalized support from people who know your goals.
CIAT students have access to a dedicated Student Success team throughout their academic journey. Whether you have questions about your courses, need help finding resources, or simply want guidance on your next step, your support team is here to help you stay connected and moving forward.
Academic Support
(877) 987-5510
Mon – Fri: 7:30 AM – 5 PM | Sat: 8 AM – 12 PM
1:1 & Small Group Tutoring
Get extra help when you need it.
Learning something new can be challenging. CIAT offers tutoring opportunities for students who want additional support understanding course material, preparing for assignments, or strengthening their skills.
Students can receive personalized 1:1 assistance or learn alongside classmates in small group tutoring sessions.
Students can request tutoring through the student portal. See instructions here for tutor requests.
Disability Services
Helping create an accessible learning experience.
CIAT is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible educational environment. Disability Services works with eligible students to coordinate reasonable accommodations and connect them with resources that support their academic experience.
Students can schedule a disability accomodation appointment here.
Live Student Workshops
Build skills beyond the classroom.
Students can participate in live workshops throughout their CIAT experience. Workshops provide opportunities to learn, ask questions, connect with CIAT staff and other students, and develop skills that support academic and professional success.
Explore upcoming student events and workshops on our events calendar here.
Complimentary Industry Certification Bootcamps
Prepare for certifications that can strengthen your resume.
Eligible CIAT students can access complimentary industry certification bootcamps designed to provide focused preparation for recognized certifications related to their field of study.
These intensive learning opportunities help students reinforce what they’ve learned and prepare to demonstrate their skills beyond the classroom.
Read more about our unlimited certification exam policy and included certification support here.
Financial Aid & Financing Support
Make a plan to fund your education.
Paying for college shouldn’t be something you have to figure out alone. CIAT’s Admissions and Financial Aid teams work with students to understand their options and build a personalized financial plan based on their eligibility, goals, and budget.
Support may include FAFSA and federal financial aid, state grants, scholarships, military education benefits, employer tuition assistance, and flexible payment plans. CIAT has also awarded more than $5 million in scholarships to help students reduce the cost of their education.
- Personalized financial aid guidance
- FAFSA application support
- Federal and state grants
- CIAT scholarship opportunities
- Military and veteran education benefits
- Employer tuition assistance
- Flexible payment plans
Explore CIAT Financing Options
Career Services
Career support from day one and beyond graduation.
Your education is about more than earning a credential. It’s about preparing for what comes next. CIAT students can begin working with Career Services from the start of their enrollment and continue accessing career support as alumni.
Career Advisors provide personalized support for career exploration, resumes, LinkedIn profiles, job searches, networking, interviews, salary negotiation, and more. Students also receive access to Handshake, connecting them with job and internship opportunities from a network of more than 900,000 employers.
Student Clubs
Connect around shared interests and goals.
College is about more than coursework. CIAT student clubs give students opportunities to connect with others who share similar interests, explore topics related to their field, build relationships, and become more involved in the CIAT community.
Cybersecurity Club information
Coding Club information
Gaming Club information
Online Student Community
Stay connected wherever you learn.
CIAT’s online community through Viva Engage gives students a place to connect outside of class. Ask questions, share experiences, learn about upcoming opportunities, and engage with fellow students across programs and locations.
Students can access Viva Engage diretly from their student porfile in the student portal.
Technology Support
Technical help when something gets in your way.
Technology should help you learn, not hold you back. CIAT provides technical support to help students access the platforms, systems, and digital resources they need for their coursework and college experience.
Students can submit an IT helpdesk ticket in our ticketing system here.
Your Goals. Your Journey. Your Support Team.
Whether you need help with a challenging course, want to prepare for an industry certification, have a technology question, or simply want to connect with other students, CIAT provides resources designed to help you keep moving forward.
