MO Higher Education & Workforce Development

Our office is closed today, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.

Are you in search of the perfect candidates to fill your job opening? Missouri Job Centers are here to assist businesses and organizations like yours for FREE. Contact your nearest Job Center and let us simplify your hiring process. Visit: buff.ly/3B89x3k.

Our office will be closed TODAY, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

RELEASE: MDHEWD, along with high schools across the state, are celebrating Decision Day to recognize high school seniors’ postsecondary and career plans. Read: buff.ly/JVEOKmJ

RELEASE: MDHEWD joined the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry earlier today in St. Louis to honor 30 Missouri high school students who were selected for a $1,000 Missouri STEM Signing Day Scholarship. Read: buff.ly/8vKVVb1

📢Apprenticeship MO is the way to go! @journey2college instagram.com/reel/DIeR4DNRs…

RELEASE: Coordinating Board for Higher Education conducts March meeting, votes to expand Fast Track eligible programs. Read: dhewd.mo.gov/news/coordinat…

Our office is closed today, February 17, in observance of Washington's Birthday.

Our office will be closed today, February 12, in observance of Lincoln's birthday.

Our offices will be closed today, January 20, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Happy New Year from MDHEWD!🎉 ✨

Filing your FAFSA is as easy as pie! 🥧 Get started today: studentaid.gov -For more information and resources visit: buff.ly/4gpTrlI #NationalPieDay #FileYourFAFSA

Happy Thanksgiving from MDHEWD!🦃 🍂Our offices will remain closed today and tomorrow in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Apprenticeship MO provides Missourians with the opportunity to earn a paycheck while they skill up. And the best part? You'll finish with industry-recognized credentials and a new job! Visit buff.ly/3ZwRn5A for more info.

FAFSA FACTS!📚🎓 An FSA ID is needed to identify you electronically for Federal Student Aid websites. You'll need it to fill out the FAFSA each year and for the lifetime of your student loans. Learn more: buff.ly/3Zqmqj6

RELEASE: The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open! Read more: buff.ly/3B5XJih

Missouri’s commitment to workforce development shows in its national rankings: ✅ 1st in the U.S. for Job Growth ✅ 2nd in the U.S. for On-the-Job Training Participants ✅ 2nd in the U.S. for Completed Apprenticeships ✅ 3rd in the U.S. for Active Apprenticeships #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Apprenticeships #WorkforceDevelopment Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development

We’re live! 🙌​ The 2025–26 FAFSA® form is now available. Head to fafsa.gov to start your form today.

It's the perfect time to pursue an amazing career with MDHEWD!✨ If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow alongside dedicated colleagues, check out this and other exciting opportunities we have to offer! APPLY: buff.ly/3YrKa5L

By 2027, 70% of jobs will require education or training beyond high school. That’s why ED, @CommerceGov & @USDOL are reimagining how our nation’s high schools prepare all students to thrive in future careers: cte.ed.gov/unlocking-care… #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2024